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

The journey from Central Secretariat to NHPC Chowk takes approximately 47 minutes by Delhi Metro, covering 21.01 km across 17 stops.

What is the metro fare from Central Secretariat to NHPC Chowk?

The token fare from Central Secretariat to NHPC Chowk 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 Central Secretariat for NHPC Chowk?

At Central Secretariat, board from Platform 4 (underground station). The train runs South → Raja Nahar Singh (Ballabhgarh). Look for the electronic board showing "Raja Nahar Singh".

What is the last train from Central Secretariat to NHPC Chowk?

The last train from Central Secretariat towards Raja Nahar Singh departs at 23:22 on weekdays. The last train from NHPC Chowk back towards Central Secretariat departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Central Secretariat to NHPC Chowk?

There are 17 stops between Central Secretariat and NHPC Chowk on the Violet Line. The stations are: Central Secretariat, Khan Market, Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Jangpura, Lajpat Nagar, Moolchand, Kailash Colony, Nehru Place, Kalkaji Mandir, Govindpuri, Harkesh Nagar Okhla, Jasola Apollo, Sarita Vihar, Mohan Estate, Tughlakabad, Badarpur Border, Sarai, NHPC Chowk.

Central Secretariat To NHPC Chowk

ShortestShortest Route

Central Secretariat

yellow interchange

Platform 4·underground·Violet LineTowards Raja Nahar Singh

First train: 06:08Last train: 23:22Doors open: right

Khan Market

+4.46 min

4.46 min · 2.18 km

Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium

+7.29 min

2.83 min · 1.28 km

Badarpur Border

+41.45 min

3.77 min · 1.8 km

Sarai

+43.82 min

2.37 min · 1.03 km

NHPC Chowk

Arrive Platform 2·elevated21.01 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

47 min

Total time

stops

21.01 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Central Secretariat	06:08	23:22	Towards Raja Nahar Singh
NHPC Chowk	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

₹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

2.84 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.30 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~84 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹50

Bike

₹136

Auto

₹282

Cab

₹512

Estimates for 21.01 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

NHPC Chowk

elevated

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water