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

The journey from Model Town to Lajpat Nagar takes approximately 45 minutes by Delhi Metro, covering 17.73 km across 15 stops.

What is the metro fare from Model Town to Lajpat Nagar?

The token fare from Model Town to Lajpat 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 Model Town for Lajpat Nagar?

At Model Town, board from Platform 2 (elevated station). The train runs Southbound → Millennium City Centre. Look for the electronic board showing "Millennium City Centre".

What is the last train from Model Town to Lajpat Nagar?

The last train from Model Town towards Millennium City Centre departs at 23:18 on weekdays. The last train from Lajpat Nagar back towards Model Town departs at 23:43.

How many stops from Model Town to Lajpat Nagar?

There are 15 stops between Model Town and Lajpat Nagar on the Yellow Line. The stations are: Model Town, GTB Nagar, Vishwavidyalaya, Vidhan Sabha, Civil Lines, Kashmere Gate, Chandni Chowk, Chawri Bazar, New Delhi, Rajiv Chowk, Patel Chowk, Central Secretariat.

Model Town To Lajpat Nagar

ShortestShortest Route

Model Town

Platform 2·elevated·Yellow LineTowards Millennium City Centre

First train: 06:07Last train: 23:18Doors open: right

GTB Nagar

+3.21 min

3.21 min · 1.49 km

Vishwavidyalaya

+5.15 min

1.94 min · 0.79 km

Rajiv Chowk

blue interchange

+22.18 min

2.57 min · 1.14 km

Patel Chowk

+24.93 min

2.75 min · 1.24 km

Central Secretariat

violet interchange

Arrive Platform 2·underground11.85 km

First train: 06:30Last train: 23:43

interchange Central Secretariat — 5 min

Platform 2 · Violet Line ·Platform 4 Towards Raja Nahar Singh

+5 min

Central Secretariat

yellow interchange

Platform 4·underground·Violet LineTowards Raja Nahar Singh

First train: 06:08Last train: 23:22Doors open: right

Khan Market

+4.46 min

4.46 min · 2.18 km

Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium

+7.29 min

2.83 min · 1.28 km

Jangpura

+9.52 min

2.23 min · 0.95 km

Lajpat Nagar

pink interchange

Arrive Platform 2·elevated5.88 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

45 min

Total time

stops

17.73 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Model Town	06:07	23:18	Towards Millennium City Centre
Lajpat Nagar	06:00	23:00	Towards Model Town

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

2.39 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.10 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~71 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹40

Bike

₹116

Auto

₹242

Cab

₹440

Estimates for 17.73 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Kashmere GateNew Delhi

Departure station

Model Town

elevated

Weekdays: 06:05 – 23:18(Sundays from 06:35)

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Model Town Main Road· Model Town Market, GTB Hospital Gate 2♿

Model Town Part II· Model Town Part II residential, Delhi Police line♿

Hudson Lane direction· Hudson Lane eating joints

Gate 1 north side is closest to Model Town Market. GTB Hospital is a 10-min auto ride from this station.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Lajpat Nagar

elevated

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

Zone 1 · 5 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsATMParkingDrinking water