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

The journey from Lal Quila to Malviya Nagar takes approximately 43 minutes by Delhi Metro, covering 16.78 km across 14 stops.

What is the metro fare from Lal Quila to Malviya Nagar?

The token fare from Lal Quila to Malviya 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 Lal Quila for Malviya Nagar?

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 Malviya Nagar?

The last train from Lal Quila towards Raja Nahar Singh departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Malviya Nagar back towards Lal Quila departs at 23:22.

How many stops from Lal Quila to Malviya Nagar?

There are 14 stops between Lal Quila and Malviya Nagar on the Violet Line. The stations are: Lal Quila, Jama Masjid, Delhi Gate, ITO, Mandi House, Janpath, Central Secretariat.

Lal Quila To Malviya Nagar

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

Mandi House

blue interchange

+9.22 min

1.88 min · 0.76 km

Janpath

+12.47 min

3.25 min · 1.51 km

Central Secretariat

yellow interchange

Arrive Platform 4·underground6.83 km

First train: 06:08Last train: 23:22

interchange Central Secretariat — 5 min

Platform 4 · Yellow Line ·Platform 2 Towards Millennium City Centre

+5 min

Central Secretariat

violet interchange

Platform 2·underground·Yellow LineTowards Millennium City Centre

First train: 06:30Last train: 23:43Doors open: right

Udyog Bhawan

+1.32 min

1.32 min · 0.45 km

Lok Kalyan Marg

+4.4 min

3.08 min · 1.42 km

Green Park

+14.74 min

2.26 min · 0.97 km

Hauz Khas

magenta interchange

+18.55 min

3.81 min · 1.82 km

Malviya Nagar

Arrive Platform 2·underground9.95 km

First train: 06:19Last train: 23:32

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

43 min

Total time

stops

16.78 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Lal Quila	06:00	23:00	Towards Raja Nahar Singh
Malviya Nagar	06:19	23:32	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

₹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

2.27 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.04 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~67 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹40

Bike

₹110

Auto

₹232

Cab

₹420

Estimates for 16.78 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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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

Malviya Nagar

underground

Weekdays: 06:17 – 23:32(Sundays from 06:47)

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Malviya Nagar Market Road· Malviya Nagar Market, Shivalik Colony♿

Press Enclave Marg· IGNOU direction, Pushp Vihar♿

D-block Malviya Nagar· D-block residential area

Standard Yellow Line station. Both platforms visible from the concourse level — check the electronic destination board.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water