🚆 Delhi Metro: Tughlakabad to Patel Chowk

The Delhi Metro journey from Tughlakabad to Patel Chowk involves an interchange at Central Secretariat — from the Purple Line to the Yellow Line. Total distance is 18 km with an estimated travel time of 35 minutes across 16 stations.

🛤️ Route Overview

This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Purple Line, with an interchange to the Yellow Line at Central Secretariat. Tughlakabad station has been operational since 2010. Patel Chowk station opened in 2005.

⏰ Operating Hours

🚇 First Train: 6:00 AM
🌙 Last Train: 11:00 PM
⏱️ Frequency: Every 5-15 minutes
⏳ Journey Time: ~35 minutes

💰 Fare Information

💵 Standard: INR 43
🎟️ Discounted: INR 39
💳 Smart Card: 10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.

🚉 Station-by-Station Guide

1

Tughlakabad

Purple Line
→ Next: mohan_estate (3 min)
2

Mohan Estate

Purple Line
→ Next: sarita_vihar (2 min)
3

Sarita Vihar

Purple Line
→ Next: jasola_apollo (2 min)
4

Jasola Apollo

Purple Line
→ Next: harkesh_nagar_okhla (1 min)
5

Harkesh Nagar Okhla

Purple Line
→ Next: govind_puri (2 min)
6

Govind Puri

Purple Line
→ Next: kalkaji_mandir (1 min)
7

Kalkaji Mandir

Magenta Line
→ Next: nehru_place (1 min)
8

Nehru Place

Purple Line
→ Next: kailash_colony (2 min)
9

Kailash Colony

Purple Line
→ Next: moolchand (2 min)
10

Moolchand

Purple Line
→ Next: lajpat_nagar (1 min)
11

Lajpat Nagar

Purple Line
→ Next: jangpura (2 min)
12

Jangpura

Purple Line
→ Next: jawaharlal_nehru_stadium (1 min)
13

Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium

Purple Line
→ Next: khan_market (2 min)
14

Khan Market

Purple Line
→ Next: central_secretariat (4 min)
15

Central Secretariat

Purple Line
🏁 Terminal Station
16

Central Secretariat

Yellow Line
→ Next: patel_chowk (1 min)
17

Patel Chowk

Yellow Line
🏁 Terminal Station

📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown

1

Tughlakabad → Mohan Estate

📏 Distance: 1.94 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
2

Mohan Estate → Sarita Vihar

📏 Distance: 1.20 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
3

Sarita Vihar → Jasola Apollo

📏 Distance: 1.15 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
4

Jasola Apollo → Harkesh Nagar Okhla

📏 Distance: 0.97 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
5

Harkesh Nagar Okhla → Govind Puri

📏 Distance: 1.06 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
6

Govind Puri → Kalkaji Mandir

📏 Distance: 0.75 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
7

Kalkaji Mandir → Nehru Place

📏 Distance: 0.76 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
8

Nehru Place → Kailash Colony

📏 Distance: 1.05 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
9

Kailash Colony → Moolchand

📏 Distance: 1.22 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
10

Moolchand → Lajpat Nagar

📏 Distance: 0.75 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
11

Lajpat Nagar → Jangpura

📏 Distance: 1.47 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
12

Jangpura → Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium

📏 Distance: 0.78 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
13

Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium → Khan Market

📏 Distance: 1.50 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
14

Khan Market → Central Secretariat

📏 Distance: 2.19 km
⏱️ Time: 4 min
16

Central Secretariat → Patel Chowk

📏 Distance: 0.94 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
🔄 Transfer: Yellow Line

🏢 Station Facilities

🚉

Tughlakabad

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Mohan Estate

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Sarita Vihar

Available facilities:
Parking ATMs
🚉

Jasola Apollo

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Harkesh Nagar Okhla

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Govind Puri

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Kalkaji Mandir

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Nehru Place

Available facilities:
Toilets ATMs
🚉

Kailash Colony

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Moolchand

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Lajpat Nagar

Available facilities:
Toilets ATMs
🚉

Jangpura

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium

Available facilities:
Toilets ATMs
🚉

Khan Market

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Central Secretariat

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Central Secretariat

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Patel Chowk

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 Tughlakabad to Patel Chowk on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 16 stations on this route, covering 18 km. You need to change trains at Central Secretariat.

Q: What is the first and last Delhi Metro from Tughlakabad?
A: The first metro from Tughlakabad 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 Tughlakabad to Patel Chowk by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 35 minutes under normal conditions, covering 18 km across 16 stations.

Fare & Tickets

Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from Tughlakabad to Patel Chowk?
A: The standard token fare is INR 43. With a smart card, you pay INR 39 (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 Tughlakabad to Patel Chowk drops from INR 43 to INR 39.

Station Facilities

Q: What facilities are available at Tughlakabad metro station?
A: Tughlakabad is equipped with: Parking. The station has been operational since 2010.

Q: What facilities are available at Patel Chowk metro station?
A: Patel Chowk offers: Toilets. It has been operational since 2005.

🏁 Conclusion

The Delhi Metro route from Tughlakabad to Patel Chowk is a 18 km, 35-minute journey with one interchange at Central Secretariat. At INR 43 (or INR 39 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Delhi.

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