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

The journey from Janpath to Rajiv Chowk takes approximately 12 minutes by Delhi Metro, covering 3.17 km across 3 stops.

What is the metro fare from Janpath to Rajiv Chowk?

The token fare from Janpath 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 Janpath for Rajiv Chowk?

At Janpath, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Kashmere Gate. Look for the electronic board showing "Kashmere Gate".

What is the last train from Janpath to Rajiv Chowk?

The last train from Janpath towards Kashmere Gate departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Rajiv Chowk back towards Janpath departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Janpath to Rajiv Chowk?

There are 3 stops between Janpath and Rajiv Chowk on the Violet Line. The stations are: Janpath, Mandi House.

Janpath To Rajiv Chowk

ShortestShortest Route

Janpath

Platform 1·underground·Violet LineTowards Kashmere Gate

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

Mandi House

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground1.51 km

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

interchange Mandi House — 5 min

Platform 1 · Blue Line ·Platform 1 Towards Dwarka Sector 21

+5 min

Mandi House

violet interchange

Platform 1·underground·Blue LineTowards Dwarka Sector 21

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

Barakhamba Road

+2.06 min

2.06 min · 0.86 km

Rajiv Chowk

yellow interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground1.66 km

First train: 05:51Last train: 23:30

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

12 min

Total time

stops

3.17 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Janpath	06:00	23:00	Towards Kashmere Gate
Rajiv Chowk	05:51	23:30	Towards Janpath

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

0.43 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.20 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~13 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹20

Bike

₹30

Auto

₹68

Cab

₹120

Estimates for 3.17 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Kashmere GateNew Delhi

Departure station

Janpath

underground

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking 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