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

The journey from NHPC Chowk to Rajiv Chowk takes approximately 57 minutes by Delhi Metro, covering 23.14 km across 19 stops.

What is the metro fare from NHPC Chowk to Rajiv Chowk?

The token fare from NHPC Chowk to Rajiv Chowk 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 Rajiv Chowk?

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 Rajiv Chowk?

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

How many stops from NHPC Chowk to Rajiv Chowk?

There are 19 stops between NHPC Chowk and Rajiv Chowk 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 Rajiv Chowk

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

Arrive Platform 1·underground2.13 km

First train: 06:28Last train: 23:38

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

57 min

Total time

stops

23.14 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
NHPC Chowk	06:00	23:00	Towards Kashmere Gate
Rajiv Chowk	06:28	23:38	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

3.12 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.43 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~93 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹50

Bike

₹148

Auto

₹308

Cab

₹560

Estimates for 23.14 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

Rajiv Chowk

underground

Connaught Place, New Delhi 110001

Weekdays: 05:51 – 23:45(Sundays from 06:16)

Zone 1 · 7 entry points

Key exits

Connaught Place Inner Circle — Block F/G· Block F shops, Block G restaurants♿

Connaught Place Middle Circle — Radial Road 1· Central Park, Rajiv Chowk circle♿

Palika Bazar underground market / Janpath Road· Palika Bazar, Janpath market♿

Connaught Place Inner Circle — Block A/B· Block A offices, Nirula's♿

Busiest station in the network. On weekday evenings (5:30–8 PM) security queues form outside — arrive with extra time. Gate 3 for Palika Bazar and Janpath shopping. Gate 5 for Hanuman Mandir. Blue Line check destination board carefully at Platform 4.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsATMFood courtShopsCustomer careDrinking water