How long does it take from Arthala to Central Secretariat by metro?

The journey from Arthala to Central Secretariat takes approximately 55 minutes by Delhi Metro, covering 21.99 km across 19 stops.

What is the metro fare from Arthala to Central Secretariat?

The token fare from Arthala to Central Secretariat is ₹50. With a smart card the fare is ₹45 (save ₹5). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ₹40.

Which platform at Arthala for Central Secretariat?

At Arthala, board from Platform 2 (elevated station). The train runs towards Rithala. Look for the electronic board showing "Rithala".

What is the last train from Arthala to Central Secretariat?

The last train from Arthala towards Rithala departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Central Secretariat back towards Arthala departs at 23:20.

How many stops from Arthala to Central Secretariat?

There are 19 stops between Arthala and Central Secretariat on the Red Line. The stations are: Arthala, Mohan Nagar, Shyam Park, Major Mohit Sharma Raj. Nagar, Raj Bagh, Shaheed Nagar, Dilshad Garden, Jhilmil, Mansarovar Park, Shahdara, Welcome, Seelampur, Shastri Park, Kashmere Gate.

Arthala To Central Secretariat

ShortestShortest Route

Arthala

Platform 2·elevated·Red LineTowards Rithala

First train: 06:00Last train: 23:00Doors open: right

Mohan Nagar

+2.63 min

2.63 min · 1.17 km

Shyam Park

+5.26 min

2.63 min · 1.17 km

Seelampur

+27.46 min

2.63 min · 1.17 km

Shastri Park

+30.49 min

3.03 min · 1.39 km

Kashmere Gate

violet interchangeyellow interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground15.79 km

First train: 05:55Last train: 23:20

interchange Kashmere Gate — 5 min

Platform 3 · Yellow Line ·Platform 2 Towards Millennium City Centre

+5 min

Kashmere Gate

red interchangeviolet interchange

Platform 2·underground·Yellow LineTowards Millennium City Centre

First train: 06:16Last train: 23:35Doors open: right

Chandni Chowk

+2.45 min

2.45 min · 1.07 km

Chawri Bazar

+4.82 min

2.37 min · 1.03 km

Rajiv Chowk

blue interchange

+9.4 min

2.57 min · 1.14 km

Patel Chowk

+12.15 min

2.75 min · 1.24 km

Central Secretariat

violet interchange

Arrive Platform 2·underground6.2 km

First train: 06:30Last train: 23:43

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

55 min

Total time

stops

21.99 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Arthala	06:00	23:00	Towards Rithala
Central Secretariat	06:30	23:43	Towards Arthala

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

₹50

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

₹45

Save ₹5 per ride

Off-peak smart card

₹40

Save ₹10 per ride

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

Fare guide

Travel green

2.97 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.36 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~88 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹50

Bike

₹142

Auto

₹294

Cab

₹534

Estimates for 21.99 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Kashmere GateNew Delhi

Departure station

Arthala

elevated

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Arrival station

Central Secretariat

underground

Rafi Marg, Central Secretariat, New Delhi 110011

Weekdays: 05:51 – 23:43(Sundays from 06:16)

Zone 1 · 5 entry points

Key exits

Rafi Marg / Parliament Street· Sansad Marg, Rail Bhawan♿

South Block / Vijay Chowk· South Block PMO, Vijay Chowk♿

Shastri Bhawan / Dr. Rajendra Prasad Road· Shastri Bhawan, Ministry of Education♿

Rajpath (Kartavya Path)· India Gate, National War Memorial♿

Gate 4 (Rajpath/Kartavya Path) is the closest metro exit to India Gate — 10-min walk east along the path. Gate 2 for South Block and Vijay Chowk. Violet Line here connects you to Lajpat Nagar, Nehru Place and Faridabad.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsATMDrinking water