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

The journey from Lal Quila to Okhla NSIC takes approximately 46 minutes by Delhi Metro, covering 18.13 km across 15 stops.

What is the metro fare from Lal Quila to Okhla NSIC?

The token fare from Lal Quila to Okhla NSIC 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 Okhla NSIC?

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 Okhla NSIC?

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

How many stops from Lal Quila to Okhla NSIC?

There are 15 stops between Lal Quila and Okhla NSIC on the Violet Line. The stations are: Lal Quila, Jama Masjid, Delhi Gate, ITO, Mandi House, Janpath, Central Secretariat, Khan Market, Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Jangpura, Lajpat Nagar, Moolchand, Kailash Colony, Nehru Place, Kalkaji Mandir.

Lal Quila To Okhla NSIC

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

Kailash Colony

+32.96 min

2.77 min · 1.25 km

Nehru Place

+35.41 min

2.45 min · 1.07 km

Kalkaji Mandir

magenta interchange

Arrive Platform 2·elevated16.63 km

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

interchange Kalkaji Mandir — 5 min

Platform 2 · Magenta Line ·Platform 2 Towards Botanical Garden

+5 min

Kalkaji Mandir

violet interchange

Platform 2·elevated·Magenta LineTowards Botanical Garden

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

Okhla NSIC

Arrive Platform 2·elevated1.5 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

46 min

Total time

stops

18.13 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

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

₹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

2.45 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.12 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~73 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹40

Bike

₹118

Auto

₹248

Cab

₹448

Estimates for 18.13 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

Okhla NSIC

elevated

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points