How long does it take from Lal Quila to Akshardham by metro?

The journey from Lal Quila to Akshardham takes approximately 24 minutes by Delhi Metro, covering 8.46 km across 8 stops.

What is the metro fare from Lal Quila to Akshardham?

The token fare from Lal Quila to Akshardham 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 Lal Quila for Akshardham?

At Lal Quila, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Raja Nahar Singh. Look for the electronic board showing "Raja Nahar Singh".

What is the last train from Lal Quila to Akshardham?

The last train from Lal Quila towards Raja Nahar Singh departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Akshardham back towards Lal Quila departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Lal Quila to Akshardham?

There are 8 stops between Lal Quila and Akshardham on the Violet Line. The stations are: Lal Quila, Jama Masjid, Delhi Gate, ITO, Mandi House.

Lal Quila To Akshardham

ShortestShortest Route

Lal Quila

Platform 2·underground·Violet LineTowards Raja Nahar Singh

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

Jama Masjid

+1.9 min

1.9 min · 0.77 km

Delhi Gate

+4.6 min

2.7 min · 1.21 km

ITO

+7.34 min

2.74 min · 1.23 km

Mandi House

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 2·underground3.97 km

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

interchange Mandi House — 5 min

Platform 2 · Blue Line ·Platform 2 Towards Noida Electronic City

+5 min

Mandi House

violet interchange

Platform 2·underground·Blue LineTowards Noida Electronic City

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

Pragati Maidan

+1.94 min

1.94 min · 0.79 km

Indraprastha

+3.93 min

1.99 min · 0.82 km

Yamuna Bank

blue-branch interchange

+7.3 min

3.37 min · 1.58 km

Akshardham

Arrive Platform 2·elevated4.49 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

8.46 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Lal Quila	06:00	23:00	Towards Raja Nahar Singh
Akshardham	06:00	23:00	Towards Lal Quila

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

1.14 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.52 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~34 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹30

Bike

₹60

Auto

₹132

Cab

₹236

Estimates for 8.46 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Lal Quila

underground

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Akshardham

elevated

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

Zone 1 · 5 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsATMParkingDrinking water