How long does it take from AIIMS to Lal Quila by metro?

The journey from AIIMS to Lal Quila takes approximately 33 minutes by Delhi Metro, covering 12.32 km across 11 stops.

What is the metro fare from AIIMS to Lal Quila?

The token fare from AIIMS to Lal Quila is ₹40. With a smart card the fare is ₹36 (save ₹4). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ₹32.

Which platform at AIIMS for Lal Quila?

At AIIMS, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs Northbound → Samaypur Badli. Look for the electronic board showing "Samaypur Badli".

What is the last train from AIIMS to Lal Quila?

The last train from AIIMS towards Samaypur Badli departs at 23:31 on weekdays. The last train from Lal Quila back towards AIIMS departs at 23:36.

How many stops from AIIMS to Lal Quila?

There are 11 stops between AIIMS and Lal Quila on the Yellow Line. The stations are: AIIMS, INA, Jor Bagh, Lok Kalyan Marg, Udyog Bhawan, Central Secretariat.

AIIMS To Lal Quila

ShortestShortest Route

AIIMS

Platform 1·underground·Yellow LineTowards Samaypur Badli

First train: 06:24Last train: 23:31Doors open: right

INA

pink interchange

+1.92 min

1.92 min · 0.78 km

Jor Bagh

+5 min

3.08 min · 1.42 km

Lok Kalyan Marg

+8.08 min

3.08 min · 1.42 km

Udyog Bhawan

+11.16 min

3.08 min · 1.42 km

Central Secretariat

violet interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground5.49 km

First train: 06:32Last train: 23:36

interchange Central Secretariat — 5 min

Platform 1 · Violet Line ·Platform 3 Towards Kashmere Gate

+5 min

Central Secretariat

yellow interchange

Platform 3·underground·Violet LineTowards Kashmere Gate

First train: 06:05Last train: 23:15Doors open: right

Janpath

+2.95 min

2.95 min · 1.35 km

Mandi House

blue interchange

+6.2 min

3.25 min · 1.51 km

Delhi Gate

+10.82 min

2.74 min · 1.23 km

Jama Masjid

+13.52 min

2.7 min · 1.21 km

Lal Quila

Arrive Platform 1·underground6.83 km

First train: 06:00Last train: 23:00

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

33 min

Total time

stops

12.32 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
AIIMS	06:24	23:31	Towards Samaypur Badli
Lal Quila	06:00	23:00	Towards AIIMS

Weekday timings. On Sundays & public holidays, first trains run ~30 min later. Frequency: every 2-4 min (peak), 5-8 min (off-peak).

Fares & smart card

Token fare

₹40

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

₹36

Save ₹4 per ride

Off-peak smart card

₹32

Save ₹8 per ride

Use your Delhi Metro smart card or QR ticketwhere supported by the operator, app, or station counter.

Fare guide

Travel green

1.66 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.76 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~49 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹40

Bike

₹84

Auto

₹178

Cab

₹322

Estimates for 12.32 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Kashmere GateNew Delhi

Departure station

AIIMS

underground

Weekdays: 06:24 – 23:38(Sundays from 06:54)

Zone 1 · 5 entry points

Key exits

AIIMS Main Gate / Aurobindo Marg· AIIMS Hospital Gate 1, Safdarjung Hospital direction♿

AIIMS Trauma Centre / Ring Road· AIIMS Trauma Centre, Sri Aurobindo Marg south side♿

Ansari Nagar· AIIMS faculty quarters, Ansari Nagar market

AIIMS campus west gate· AIIMS PG hostel area, AIIMS Nursing College♿

Gate 1 is the primary exit for AIIMS OPD. Very crowded during daytime. Gate 2 for Trauma Centre emergencies.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsATMDrinking water

Arrival station

Lal Quila

underground

Weekdays: 06:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 06:00)

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water