How long does it take from Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus to Lal Quila by metro?

The journey from Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus to Lal Quila takes approximately 49 minutes by Delhi Metro, covering 17.39 km across 14 stops.

What is the metro fare from Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus to Lal Quila?

The token fare from Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus to Lal Quila is ₹40. With a smart card the fare is ₹36 (save ₹4). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ₹32.

Which platform at Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus for Lal Quila?

At Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus, board from Platform 2 (elevated station). The train runs towards Shiv Vihar. Look for the electronic board showing "Shiv Vihar".

What is the last train from Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus to Lal Quila?

The last train from Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus towards Shiv Vihar departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Lal Quila back towards Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus departs at 23:20.

How many stops from Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus to Lal Quila?

There are 14 stops between Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus and Lal Quila on the Pink Line. The stations are: Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus, Sir M. Visveshwaraiah Moti Bagh, Bhikaji Cama Place, Sarojini Nagar, INA.

Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus To Lal Quila

ShortestShortest Route

Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus

Platform 2·elevated·Pink LineTowards Shiv Vihar

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

Sir M. Visveshwaraiah Moti Bagh

+2.54 min

2.54 min · 1.12 km

Bhikaji Cama Place

+7.57 min

5.03 min · 2.49 km

Sarojini Nagar

+10.18 min

2.61 min · 1.16 km

INA

yellow interchange

Arrive Platform 4·underground5.85 km

First train: 05:53Last train: 23:20

interchange INA — 5 min

Platform 4 · Yellow Line ·Platform 1 Towards Samaypur Badli

+5 min

INA

pink interchange

Platform 1·underground·Yellow LineTowards Samaypur Badli

First train: 06:29Last train: 23:33Doors open: right

Jor Bagh

+3.08 min

3.08 min · 1.42 km

Lok Kalyan Marg

+6.16 min

3.08 min · 1.42 km

Udyog Bhawan

+9.24 min

3.08 min · 1.42 km

Central Secretariat

violet interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground4.71 km

First train: 06:32Last train: 23:36

interchange Central Secretariat — 5 min

Platform 1 · Violet Line ·Platform 3 Towards Kashmere Gate

+5 min

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

49 min

Total time

stops

17.39 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus	06:00	23:00	Towards Shiv Vihar
Lal Quila	06:00	23:00	Towards Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus

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

₹40

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

₹36

Save ₹4 per ride

Off-peak smart card

₹32

Save ₹8 per ride

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

Fare guide

Travel green

2.35 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.08 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~70 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹40

Bike

₹114

Auto

₹238

Cab

₹432

Estimates for 17.39 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Kashmere GateNew Delhi

Departure station

Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus

elevated

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Lal Quila

underground

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water