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

The journey from Central Secretariat to Rajiv Chowk takes approximately 5 minutes by Delhi Metro, covering 2.13 km across 2 stops.

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

The token fare from Central Secretariat to Rajiv Chowk is ₹20. With a smart card the fare is ₹18 (save ₹2). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ₹16.

Which platform at Central Secretariat for Rajiv Chowk?

At Central Secretariat, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs Northbound → Samaypur Badli. Look for the electronic board showing "Samaypur Badli".

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

The last train from Central Secretariat towards Samaypur Badli departs at 23:36 on weekdays. The last train from Rajiv Chowk back towards Central Secretariat departs at 23:38.

How many stops from Central Secretariat to Rajiv Chowk?

There are 2 stops between Central Secretariat and Rajiv Chowk on the Yellow Line. The stations are: Central Secretariat, Patel Chowk, Rajiv Chowk.

Central Secretariat To Rajiv Chowk

ShortestShortest Route

Central Secretariat

violet interchange

Platform 1·underground·Yellow LineTowards Samaypur Badli

First train: 06:32Last train: 23:36Doors open: right

Patel Chowk

+2.12 min

2.12 min · 0.89 km

Rajiv Chowk

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground2.13 km

First train: 06:28Last train: 23:38

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

5 min

Total time

stops

2.13 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Central Secretariat	06:32	23:36	Towards Samaypur Badli
Rajiv Chowk	06:28	23:38	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

₹20

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

₹18

Save ₹2 per ride

Off-peak smart card

₹16

Save ₹4 per ride

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

Fare guide

Travel green

0.29 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.13 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~9 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹20

Bike

₹22

Auto

₹56

Cab

₹96

Estimates for 2.13 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

Rajiv Chowk

underground

Connaught Place, New Delhi 110001

Weekdays: 05:51 – 23:45(Sundays from 06:16)

Zone 1 · 7 entry points

Key exits

Connaught Place Inner Circle — Block F/G· Block F shops, Block G restaurants♿

Connaught Place Middle Circle — Radial Road 1· Central Park, Rajiv Chowk circle♿

Palika Bazar underground market / Janpath Road· Palika Bazar, Janpath market♿

Connaught Place Inner Circle — Block A/B· Block A offices, Nirula's♿

Busiest station in the network. On weekday evenings (5:30–8 PM) security queues form outside — arrive with extra time. Gate 3 for Palika Bazar and Janpath shopping. Gate 5 for Hanuman Mandir. Blue Line check destination board carefully at Platform 4.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsATMFood courtShopsCustomer careDrinking water