🚆 Delhi Metro: Tikri Border to Lal Qila
The Delhi Metro journey from Tikri Border to Lal Qila involves an interchange at Inderlok — from the Green Line to the Red Line. Total distance is 218 km with an estimated travel time of 436 minutes across 24 stations.
🛤️ Route Overview
This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Green Line, with an interchange to the Red Line at Inderlok. Tikri Border station has been operational since 2018. Lal Qila station opened in 2017.
⏰ Operating Hours
🚇
First Train:
6:00 AM
🌙
Last Train:
11:00 PM
⏱️
Frequency:
Every 5-15 minutes
⏳
Journey Time:
~436 minutes
💰 Fare Information
💵
Standard:
INR 64
🎟️
Discounted:
INR 58
💳
Smart Card:
10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.
🚉 Station-by-Station Guide
1
Tikri Border
Green Line
→
Next:
tikri_kalan
(197 min)
2
Tikri Kalan
Green Line
→
Next:
ghevra
(3 min)
3
Ghevra
Green Line
→
Next:
mundka_industrial_area
(190 min)
4
Mundka Industrial Area
Green Line
→
Next:
mundka
(2 min)
5
Mundka
Green Line
→
Next:
rajdhani_park
(2 min)
6
Rajdhani Park
Green Line
→
Next:
nangloi_railway_station
(2 min)
7
Nangloi Railway Station
Green Line
→
Next:
nangloi
(1 min)
8
Nangloi
Green Line
→
Next:
surajmal_stadium
(1 min)
9
Surajmal Stadium
Green Line
→
Next:
udyog_nagar
(1 min)
10
Udyog Nagar
Green Line
→
Next:
peera_gharhi
(2 min)
11
Peera Garhi
Green Line
→
Next:
paschim_vihar_west
(1 min)
12
Paschim Vihar (West)
Green Line
→
Next:
paschim_vihar_east
(1 min)
13
Paschim Vihar (East)
Green Line
→
Next:
madipur
(1 min)
14
Madipur
Green Line
→
Next:
shivaji_park
(2 min)
15
Shivaji Park
Green Line
→
Next:
punjabi_bagh_west
(1 min)
16
Punjabi Bagh West
Pink Line
→
Next:
ashok_park_main
(3 min)
17
Ashok Park Main
Green Line
→
Next:
inderlok
(2 min)
18
Inderlok
Green Line
🏁
Terminal Station
19
Inderlok
Red Line
→
Next:
shastri_nagar
(2 min)
20
Shastri Nagar
Red Line
→
Next:
pratap_nagar
(3 min)
21
Pratap Nagar
Red Line
→
Next:
pulbangash
(1 min)
22
Pulbangash
Red Line
→
Next:
tis_hazari
(1 min)
23
Tis Hazari
Red Line
→
Next:
kashmere_gate
(2 min)
24
Kashmere Gate
Red Line
🏁
Terminal Station
25
Kashmere Gate
Purple Line
→
Next:
lal_qila
(2 min)
26
Lal Qila
Purple Line
🏁
Terminal Station
📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown
📏
Distance:
98.83 km
⏱️
Time:
197 min
📏
Distance:
1.85 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
95.49 km
⏱️
Time:
190 min
📏
Distance:
1.29 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.33 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.19 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.84 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
0.89 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
0.68 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.17 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.94 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.00 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
0.72 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.07 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.87 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.57 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
1.48 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.20 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
🔄
Transfer:
Red Line
📏
Distance:
1.71 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
0.83 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
0.91 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.13 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.45 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
🔄
Transfer:
Purple Line
🏢 Station Facilities
Available facilities:
ATMs
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
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ATMs
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Parking
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Toilets
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Parking
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Toilets
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ATMs
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Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
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Parking
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ATMs
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Toilets
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Parking
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Toilets
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Toilets
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Parking
ATMs
Toilets
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Parking
ATMs
Toilets
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Parking
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Parking
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Parking
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Parking
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Parking
ATMs
Toilets
Elevators
Escalators
Security Check
Customer Care
Available facilities:
Parking
ATMs
Toilets
Elevators
Escalators
Security Check
Customer Care
Available facilities:
Toilets
💡 Travel Tips
- Arrive at least 5 minutes before the scheduled departure time
- Check for any service advisories before traveling
- Consider purchasing a smart card for faster boarding and discounts
- During peak hours (8-10 AM and 5-7 PM), trains may be more crowded
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Route & Timing
Q: How many stops are there from Tikri Border to Lal Qila on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 24 stations on this route, covering 218 km. You need to change trains at Inderlok.
Q: What is the first and last Delhi Metro from Tikri Border?
A: The first metro from Tikri Border departs at 6:00 AM and the last train is at 11:00 PM. Timings may vary — check the official metro app.
Q: How long does it take from Tikri Border to Lal Qila by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 436 minutes under normal conditions, covering 218 km across 24 stations.
Fare & Tickets
Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from Tikri Border to Lal Qila?
A: The standard token fare is INR 64. With a smart card, you pay INR 58 (10% discount applied automatically).
Q: Is there a discount on Delhi Metro tickets?
A: Yes. Smart card holders get a flat 10% discount on all fares. The fare from Tikri Border to Lal Qila drops from INR 64 to INR 58.
Station Facilities
Q: What facilities are available at Tikri Border metro station?
A: Tikri Border is equipped with: ATMs. The station has been operational since 2018.
Q: What facilities are available at Lal Qila metro station?
A: Lal Qila offers: Toilets. It has been operational since 2017.
🏁 Conclusion
The Delhi Metro route from Tikri Border to Lal Qila is a 218 km, 436-minute journey with one interchange at Inderlok. At INR 64 (or INR 58 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Delhi.