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

The journey from Karkarduma to Rajiv Chowk takes approximately 27 minutes by Delhi Metro, covering 9.44 km across 9 stops.

What is the metro fare from Karkarduma to Rajiv Chowk?

The token fare from Karkarduma to Rajiv Chowk 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 Karkarduma for Rajiv Chowk?

At Karkarduma, board from Platform 1 (elevated station). The train runs towards Yamuna Bank. Look for the electronic board showing "Yamuna Bank".

What is the last train from Karkarduma to Rajiv Chowk?

The last train from Karkarduma towards Yamuna Bank departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Rajiv Chowk back towards Karkarduma departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Karkarduma to Rajiv Chowk?

There are 9 stops between Karkarduma and Rajiv Chowk on the Blue Line — Vaishali Branch. The stations are: Karkarduma, Preet Vihar, Nirman Vihar, Laxmi Nagar, Yamuna Bank.

Karkarduma To Rajiv Chowk

ShortestShortest Route

Karkarduma

pink interchange

Platform 1·elevated·Blue Line — Vaishali BranchTowards Yamuna Bank

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

Preet Vihar

+2.59 min

2.59 min · 1.15 km

Nirman Vihar

+5.13 min

2.54 min · 1.12 km

Laxmi Nagar

+7.36 min

2.23 min · 0.95 km

Yamuna Bank

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 1·elevated4.59 km

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

interchange Yamuna Bank — 5 min

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

+5 min

Yamuna Bank

blue-branch interchange

Platform 1·elevated·Blue LineTowards Dwarka Sector 21

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

Indraprastha

+3.37 min

3.37 min · 1.58 km

Pragati Maidan

+5.36 min

1.99 min · 0.82 km

Mandi House

violet interchange

+7.3 min

1.94 min · 0.79 km

Barakhamba Road

+9.36 min

2.06 min · 0.86 km

Rajiv Chowk

yellow interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground4.85 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

27 min

Total time

stops

9.44 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Karkarduma	06:00	23:00	Towards Yamuna Bank
Rajiv Chowk	05:51	23:30	Towards Karkarduma

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

1.27 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.59 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~38 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹30

Bike

₹66

Auto

₹144

Cab

₹258

Estimates for 9.44 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Karkarduma

elevated

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