How long does it take from Bata Chowk to Qutab Minar by metro?

The journey from Bata Chowk to Qutab Minar takes approximately 72 minutes by Delhi Metro, covering 27.78 km across 23 stops.

What is the metro fare from Bata Chowk to Qutab Minar?

The token fare from Bata Chowk to Qutab Minar 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 Bata Chowk for Qutab Minar?

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 Qutab Minar?

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

How many stops from Bata Chowk to Qutab Minar?

There are 23 stops between Bata Chowk and Qutab Minar 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.

Bata Chowk To Qutab Minar

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

Harkesh Nagar Okhla

+34.25 min

1.77 min · 0.7 km

Govindpuri

+38.02 min

3.77 min · 1.8 km

Kalkaji Mandir

magenta interchange

Arrive Platform 1·elevated17.9 km

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

interchange Kalkaji Mandir — 5 min

Platform 1 · Magenta Line ·Platform 1 Towards Krishna Park Extension

+5 min

Kalkaji Mandir

violet interchange

Platform 1·elevated·Magenta LineTowards Krishna Park Extension

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

Nehru Enclave

+1.92 min

1.92 min · 0.78 km

Greater Kailash

+4.77 min

2.85 min · 1.29 km

Chirag Delhi

+7.09 min

2.32 min · 1 km

Panchsheel Park

+9.92 min

2.83 min · 1.28 km

Hauz Khas

yellow interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground5.56 km

First train: 06:00Last train: 23:10

interchange Hauz Khas — 5 min

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

+5 min

Hauz Khas

magenta interchange

Platform 2·underground·Yellow LineTowards Millennium City Centre

First train: 06:20Last train: 23:38Doors open: right

Malviya Nagar

+3.54 min

3.54 min · 1.67 km

Saket

+5.84 min

2.3 min · 0.99 km

Qutab Minar

Arrive Platform 2·elevated4.32 km

First train: 06:13Last train: 23:32

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

72 min

Total time

stops

27.78 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Bata Chowk	06:00	23:00	Towards Kashmere Gate
Qutab Minar	06:13	23:32	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

₹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

3.75 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.72 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~111 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹50

Bike

₹176

Auto

₹364

Cab

₹662

Estimates for 27.78 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

Qutab Minar

elevated

Mehrauli-Badarpur Road, Mehrauli, New Delhi 110030

Weekdays: 06:13 – 23:32(Sundays from 06:43)

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Mehrauli Archaeological Park Road· Qutab Minar UNESCO site (15-min walk), Mehrauli Archaeological Park♿

MB Road / Mehrauli Bus Stand· Mehrauli Village market, Bus stand♿

DDA Flats Mehrauli· Saket periphery

Mehrauli Main Road south side· Gurgaon road junction, Shuttle autos to Qutab Minar site♿

Qutab Minar monument is a 15-min auto ride from Gate 1 (about ₹30). No direct walking path. Auto stand is at Gate 2 exit. Last entry to Qutab Minar is 30 min before sunset.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsATMParkingDrinking water