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

The journey from Bata Chowk to Lal Quila takes approximately 77 minutes by Delhi Metro, covering 34.53 km across 29 stops.

What is the metro fare from Bata Chowk to Lal Quila?

The token fare from Bata Chowk to Lal Quila is ₹60. With a smart card the fare is ₹54 (save ₹6). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ₹48.

Which platform at Bata Chowk for Lal Quila?

At Bata Chowk, board from Platform 1 (elevated station). The train runs towards Kashmere Gate. Look for the electronic board showing "Kashmere Gate".

What is the last train from Bata Chowk to Lal Quila?

The last train from Bata Chowk towards Kashmere Gate departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Lal Quila back towards Bata Chowk departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Bata Chowk to Lal Quila?

There are 29 stops between Bata Chowk and Lal Quila on the Violet Line. The stations are: Bata Chowk, Neelam Chowk Ajronda, Old Faridabad, Bad Kal Mor, Sector 28 Faridabad, Mewla Maharajpur, NHPC Chowk, Sarai, Badarpur Border, Tughlakabad, Mohan Estate, Sarita Vihar, Jasola Apollo, Harkesh Nagar Okhla, Govindpuri, Kalkaji Mandir, Nehru Place, Kailash Colony, Moolchand, Lajpat Nagar, Jangpura, Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Khan Market, Central Secretariat, Janpath, Mandi House, ITO, Delhi Gate, Jama Masjid, Lal Quila.

Bata Chowk To Lal Quila

ShortestShortest Route

Bata Chowk

Platform 1·elevated·Violet LineTowards Kashmere Gate

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

Neelam Chowk Ajronda

+1.46 min

1.46 min · 0.53 km

Old Faridabad

+4.89 min

3.43 min · 1.61 km

Delhi Gate

+72.65 min

2.74 min · 1.23 km

Jama Masjid

+75.35 min

2.7 min · 1.21 km

Lal Quila

Arrive Platform 1·underground34.53 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

77 min

Total time

stops

34.53 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Bata Chowk	06:00	23:00	Towards Kashmere Gate
Lal Quila	06:00	23:00	Towards Bata Chowk

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

₹60

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

₹54

Save ₹6 per ride

Off-peak smart card

₹48

Save ₹12 per ride

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

Fare guide

Travel green

4.66 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

2.14 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~138 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹60

Bike

₹218

Auto

₹444

Cab

₹810

Estimates for 34.53 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Kashmere GateNew Delhi

Departure station

Bata Chowk

elevated

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Arrival station

Lal Quila

underground

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water