How long does it take from Lajpat Nagar to Delhi Gate by metro?

The journey from Lajpat Nagar to Delhi Gate takes approximately 24 minutes by Delhi Metro, covering 10.73 km across 8 stops.

What is the metro fare from Lajpat Nagar to Delhi Gate?

The token fare from Lajpat Nagar to Delhi Gate 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 Lajpat Nagar for Delhi Gate?

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

What is the last train from Lajpat Nagar to Delhi Gate?

The last train from Lajpat Nagar towards Kashmere Gate departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Delhi Gate back towards Lajpat Nagar departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Lajpat Nagar to Delhi Gate?

There are 8 stops between Lajpat Nagar and Delhi Gate on the Violet Line. The stations are: Lajpat Nagar, Jangpura, Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Khan Market, Central Secretariat, Janpath, Mandi House, ITO, Delhi Gate.

Lajpat Nagar To Delhi Gate

ShortestShortest Route

Lajpat Nagar

pink interchange

Platform 1·elevated·Violet LineTowards Kashmere Gate

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

Jangpura

+3.17 min

3.17 min · 1.47 km

Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium

+5.4 min

2.23 min · 0.95 km

Mandi House

blue interchange

+18.89 min

3.25 min · 1.51 km

ITO

+20.77 min

1.88 min · 0.76 km

Delhi Gate

Arrive Platform 1·underground10.73 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

24 min

Total time

stops

10.73 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Lajpat Nagar	06:00	23:00	Towards Kashmere Gate
Delhi Gate	06:00	23:00	Towards Lajpat Nagar

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

1.45 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.67 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~43 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹30

Bike

₹74

Auto

₹158

Cab

₹286

Estimates for 10.73 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Kashmere GateNew Delhi

Departure station

Lajpat Nagar

elevated

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

Zone 1 · 5 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsATMParkingDrinking water

Arrival station

Delhi Gate

underground

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water