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

The journey from Central Secretariat to Lal Quila takes approximately 15 minutes by Delhi Metro, covering 6.83 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from Central Secretariat to Lal Quila?

The token fare from Central Secretariat to Lal Quila is ₹30. With a smart card the fare is ₹27 (save ₹3). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ₹24.

Which platform at Central Secretariat for Lal Quila?

At Central Secretariat, board from Platform 3 (underground station). The train runs North → Kashmere Gate. Look for the electronic board showing "Kashmere Gate".

What is the last train from Central Secretariat to Lal Quila?

The last train from Central Secretariat towards Kashmere Gate departs at 23:15 on weekdays. The last train from Lal Quila back towards Central Secretariat departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Central Secretariat to Lal Quila?

There are 6 stops between Central Secretariat and Lal Quila on the Violet Line. The stations are: Central Secretariat, Janpath, Mandi House, ITO, Delhi Gate, Jama Masjid, Lal Quila.

Central Secretariat To Lal Quila

ShortestShortest Route

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

15 min

Total time

stops

6.83 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Central Secretariat	06:05	23:15	Towards Kashmere Gate
Lal Quila	06:00	23:00	Towards Central Secretariat

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

₹30

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

₹27

Save ₹3 per ride

Off-peak smart card

₹24

Save ₹6 per ride

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

Fare guide

Travel green

0.92 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.42 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~27 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹30

Bike

₹50

Auto

₹112

Cab

₹200

Estimates for 6.83 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Kashmere GateNew Delhi

Departure 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

Arrival station

Lal Quila

underground

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water