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

The journey from Lal Quila to Kashmere Gate takes approximately 4 minutes by Delhi Metro, covering 1.78 km across 1 stop.

What is the metro fare from Lal Quila to Kashmere Gate?

The token fare from Lal Quila to Kashmere Gate is ₹10. With a smart card the fare is ₹9 (save ₹1). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ₹8.

Which platform at Lal Quila for Kashmere Gate?

At Lal Quila, 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 Lal Quila to Kashmere Gate?

The last train from Lal Quila towards Kashmere Gate departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Kashmere Gate back towards Lal Quila departs at 23:15.

How many stops from Lal Quila to Kashmere Gate?

There are 1 stop between Lal Quila and Kashmere Gate on the Violet Line. The stations are: Lal Quila, Kashmere Gate.

Lal Quila To Kashmere Gate

ShortestShortest Route

Lal Quila

Platform 1·underground·Violet LineTowards Kashmere Gate

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

Kashmere Gate

red interchangeyellow interchange

Arrive Platform 6·underground1.78 km

First train: 06:00Last train: 23:15

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

4 min

Total time

stops

1.78 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Lal Quila	06:00	23:00	Towards Kashmere Gate
Kashmere Gate	06:00	23:15	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

₹10

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

₹9

Save ₹1 per ride

Off-peak smart card

₹8

Save ₹2 per ride

Use your Delhi Metro smart card or QR ticketwhere supported by the operator, app, or station counter.

Fare guide

Travel green

0.24 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.11 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~7 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹10

Bike

₹20

Auto

₹52

Cab

₹90

Estimates for 1.78 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Kashmere GateNew Delhi

Departure station

Lal Quila

underground

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Kashmere Gate

underground

Lothian Road, Kashmere Gate, Old Delhi, Delhi 110006

Weekdays: 05:51 – 23:35(Sundays from 06:16)

Zone 1 · 6 entry points

Key exits

ISBT Kashmere Gate (Bus Terminal entrance)· Inter-State Bus Terminal, DTC bus depot♿

Lothian Road· St. James Church, Lothian Cemetery♿

Chaman Lal Marg underpass· Old Delhi Ring Road, Rajghat direction♿

Kashmere Gate Chowk· Kashmere Gate Market, Bhagirath Place electronics market♿

Largest and busiest interchange on the network. Avoid 9–10 AM and 5:30–7 PM rush. Gate 1 → ISBT for intercity buses. Platform 5 → Violet Line if heading to Lajpat Nagar, Nehru Place or Faridabad.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsATMFood courtFirst aidParkingDrinking water