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

The journey from New Delhi to Lal Quila takes approximately 16 minutes by Delhi Metro, covering 4.71 km across 4 stops.

What is the metro fare from New Delhi to Lal Quila?

The token fare from New Delhi to Lal Quila is ₹20. With a smart card the fare is ₹18 (save ₹2). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ₹16.

Which platform at New Delhi for Lal Quila?

At New Delhi, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs Northbound → Samaypur Badli. Look for the electronic board showing "Samaypur Badli".

What is the last train from New Delhi to Lal Quila?

The last train from New Delhi towards Samaypur Badli departs at 23:33 on weekdays. The last train from Lal Quila back towards New Delhi departs at 23:25.

How many stops from New Delhi to Lal Quila?

There are 4 stops between New Delhi and Lal Quila on the Yellow Line. The stations are: New Delhi, Chawri Bazar, Chandni Chowk, Kashmere Gate.

New Delhi To Lal Quila

ShortestShortest Route

New Delhi

airport interchange

Platform 1·underground·Yellow LineTowards Samaypur Badli

First train: 06:25Last train: 23:33Doors open: right

Chawri Bazar

+2.01 min

2.01 min · 0.83 km

Chandni Chowk

+4.38 min

2.37 min · 1.03 km

Kashmere Gate

red interchangeviolet interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground2.93 km

First train: 06:16Last train: 23:25

interchange Kashmere Gate — 5 min

Platform 1 · Violet Line ·Platform 5 Towards Raja Nahar Singh

+5 min

Kashmere Gate

red interchangeyellow interchange

Platform 5·underground·Violet LineTowards Raja Nahar Singh

First train: 06:00Last train: 23:15Doors open: right

Lal Quila

Arrive Platform 2·underground1.78 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

16 min

Total time

stops

4.71 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
New Delhi	06:25	23:33	Towards Samaypur Badli
Lal Quila	06:00	23:00	Towards New Delhi

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

₹20

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

₹18

Save ₹2 per ride

Off-peak smart card

₹16

Save ₹4 per ride

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

Fare guide

Travel green

0.64 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.29 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~19 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹20

Bike

₹38

Auto

₹86

Cab

₹154

Estimates for 4.71 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Kashmere GateNew Delhi

Departure station

New Delhi

underground

Bhavbhuti Marg, New Delhi, Delhi 110002

Weekdays: 05:00 – 23:40(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 5 entry points

Key exits

New Delhi Railway Station — Paharganj side (Entrance Gate 1 of station)· NDLS Gate 1 Paharganj, Paharganj Main Bazaar♿

New Delhi Railway Station — Main Entrance / Chelmsford Road· NDLS main entrance, Chelmsford Road♿

Bhavbhuti Marg / Ajmeri Gate· Ajmeri Gate historic gate, Ajmeri Gate market♿

Paharganj junction / Arakashan Road· Paharganj backpacker area, budget hotels strip♿

Gate 1 is fastest to New Delhi Railway Station (Paharganj side). Gate 2 for the main station entrance. Airport Express runs every 10–15 min and reaches T-3 in ~18 min.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsATMCustomer careDrinking water

Arrival station

Lal Quila

underground

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water