How long does it take from NHPC Chowk to Civil Lines by metro?

The journey from NHPC Chowk to Civil Lines takes approximately 69 minutes by Delhi Metro, covering 28.35 km across 24 stops.

What is the metro fare from NHPC Chowk to Civil Lines?

The token fare from NHPC Chowk to Civil Lines is ₹50. With a smart card the fare is ₹45 (save ₹5). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ₹40.

Which platform at NHPC Chowk for Civil Lines?

At NHPC Chowk, board from Platform 1 (elevated station). The train runs towards Kashmere Gate. Look for the electronic board showing "Kashmere Gate".

What is the last train from NHPC Chowk to Civil Lines?

The last train from NHPC Chowk towards Kashmere Gate departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Civil Lines back towards NHPC Chowk departs at 23:15.

How many stops from NHPC Chowk to Civil Lines?

There are 24 stops between NHPC Chowk and Civil Lines on the Violet Line. The stations are: NHPC Chowk, Sarai, Badarpur Border, Tughlakabad, Mohan Estate, Sarita Vihar, Jasola Apollo, Harkesh Nagar Okhla, Govindpuri, Kalkaji Mandir, Nehru Place, Kailash Colony, Moolchand, Lajpat Nagar, Jangpura, Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Khan Market, Central Secretariat.

NHPC Chowk To Civil Lines

ShortestShortest Route

NHPC Chowk

Platform 1·elevated·Violet LineTowards Kashmere Gate

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

Sarai

+2.86 min

2.86 min · 1.3 km

Badarpur Border

+5.23 min

2.37 min · 1.03 km

Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium

+39.39 min

2.23 min · 0.95 km

Khan Market

+42.22 min

2.83 min · 1.28 km

Central Secretariat

yellow interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground21.01 km

First train: 06:05Last train: 23:15

interchange Central Secretariat — 5 min

Platform 3 · Yellow Line ·Platform 1 Towards Samaypur Badli

+5 min

Central Secretariat

violet interchange

Platform 1·underground·Yellow LineTowards Samaypur Badli

First train: 06:32Last train: 23:36Doors open: right

Patel Chowk

+2.12 min

2.12 min · 0.89 km

Rajiv Chowk

blue interchange

+4.87 min

2.75 min · 1.24 km

Chandni Chowk

+11.82 min

2.37 min · 1.03 km

Kashmere Gate

red interchangeviolet interchange

+14.27 min

2.45 min · 1.07 km

Civil Lines

Arrive Platform 1·underground7.34 km

First train: 06:14Last train: 23:20

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

69 min

Total time

stops

28.35 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
NHPC Chowk	06:00	23:00	Towards Kashmere Gate
Civil Lines	06:14	23:20	Towards NHPC Chowk

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

₹50

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

₹45

Save ₹5 per ride

Off-peak smart card

₹40

Save ₹10 per ride

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

Fare guide

Travel green

3.83 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.76 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~113 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹50

Bike

₹180

Auto

₹370

Cab

₹674

Estimates for 28.35 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Kashmere GateNew Delhi

Departure station

NHPC Chowk

elevated

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Civil Lines

underground

Weekdays: 06:14 – 23:27(Sundays from 06:44)

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Rajpur Road· Civil Lines residences, Delhi High Court (back entrance)♿

Alipur Road / Under Bridge Road· Kamla Nagar direction, Old Secretariat direction♿

Ludlow Castle School Road· Ludlow Castle

Delhi Police HQ area· Delhi Police Headquarters

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsATMDrinking water