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

The journey from Lajpat Nagar to GTB Nagar takes approximately 42 minutes by Delhi Metro, covering 16.24 km across 14 stops.

What is the metro fare from Lajpat Nagar to GTB Nagar?

The token fare from Lajpat Nagar to GTB Nagar 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 Lajpat Nagar for GTB Nagar?

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 GTB Nagar?

The last train from Lajpat Nagar towards Kashmere Gate departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from GTB Nagar back towards Lajpat Nagar departs at 23:15.

How many stops from Lajpat Nagar to GTB Nagar?

There are 14 stops between Lajpat Nagar and GTB Nagar on the Violet Line. The stations are: Lajpat Nagar, Jangpura, Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Khan Market, Central Secretariat.

Lajpat Nagar To GTB Nagar

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

Khan Market

+8.23 min

2.83 min · 1.28 km

Central Secretariat

yellow interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground5.88 km

First train: 06:05Last train: 23:15

interchange Central Secretariat — 5 min

Platform 3 · Yellow Line ·Platform 1 Towards Samaypur Badli

+5 min

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

+4.87 min

2.75 min · 1.24 km

Vidhan Sabha

+19.25 min

2.41 min · 1.05 km

Vishwavidyalaya

+21.9 min

2.65 min · 1.18 km

GTB Nagar

Arrive Platform 1·elevated10.36 km

First train: 06:07Last train: 23:13

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

42 min

Total time

stops

16.24 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Lajpat Nagar	06:00	23:00	Towards Kashmere Gate
GTB Nagar	06:07	23:13	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

₹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

2.19 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.01 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~65 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹40

Bike

₹108

Auto

₹224

Cab

₹408

Estimates for 16.24 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

GTB Nagar

elevated

Weekdays: 06:07 – 23:20(Sundays from 06:37)

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

GTB Nagar Main Road / DU North Campus· Delhi University colleges, Khalsa College♿

Mall Road· GTB Hospital entrance, Mall Road♿

GTB Nagar Market· GTB Nagar Bazaar, local eating joints

Gate 1 is the closest Yellow Line exit to Delhi University North Campus colleges. 5-min walk to the college strip.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water