How long does it take from Pratap Nagar to Qutab Minar by metro?

The journey from Pratap Nagar to Qutab Minar takes approximately 55 minutes by Delhi Metro, covering 22.25 km across 19 stops.

What is the metro fare from Pratap Nagar to Qutab Minar?

The token fare from Pratap Nagar to Qutab Minar 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 Pratap Nagar for Qutab Minar?

At Pratap Nagar, board from Platform 1 (elevated station). The train runs towards Shaheed Sthal. Look for the electronic board showing "Shaheed Sthal".

What is the last train from Pratap Nagar to Qutab Minar?

The last train from Pratap Nagar towards Shaheed Sthal departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Qutab Minar back towards Pratap Nagar departs at 23:20.

How many stops from Pratap Nagar to Qutab Minar?

There are 19 stops between Pratap Nagar and Qutab Minar on the Red Line. The stations are: Pratap Nagar, Pulbangash, Tis Hazari, Kashmere Gate.

Pratap Nagar To Qutab Minar

ShortestShortest Route

Pratap Nagar

Platform 1·elevated·Red LineTowards Shaheed Sthal

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

Pulbangash

+2.26 min

2.26 min · 0.97 km

Tis Hazari

+5.12 min

2.86 min · 1.3 km

Kashmere Gate

violet interchangeyellow interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground3.45 km

First train: 05:55Last train: 23:20

interchange Kashmere Gate — 5 min

Platform 3 · Yellow Line ·Platform 2 Towards Millennium City Centre

+5 min

Kashmere Gate

red interchangeviolet interchange

Platform 2·underground·Yellow LineTowards Millennium City Centre

First train: 06:16Last train: 23:35Doors open: right

Chandni Chowk

+2.45 min

2.45 min · 1.07 km

Chawri Bazar

+4.82 min

2.37 min · 1.03 km

Malviya Nagar

+36.36 min

3.54 min · 1.67 km

Saket

+38.66 min

2.3 min · 0.99 km

Qutab Minar

Arrive Platform 2·elevated18.8 km

First train: 06:13Last train: 23:32

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

55 min

Total time

stops

22.25 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Pratap Nagar	06:00	23:00	Towards Shaheed Sthal
Qutab Minar	06:13	23:32	Towards Pratap Nagar

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

3.00 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.38 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~89 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹50

Bike

₹144

Auto

₹298

Cab

₹540

Estimates for 22.25 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Kashmere GateNew Delhi

Departure station

Pratap Nagar

elevated

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Qutab Minar

elevated

Mehrauli-Badarpur Road, Mehrauli, New Delhi 110030

Weekdays: 06:13 – 23:32(Sundays from 06:43)

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Mehrauli Archaeological Park Road· Qutab Minar UNESCO site (15-min walk), Mehrauli Archaeological Park♿

MB Road / Mehrauli Bus Stand· Mehrauli Village market, Bus stand♿

DDA Flats Mehrauli· Saket periphery

Mehrauli Main Road south side· Gurgaon road junction, Shuttle autos to Qutab Minar site♿

Qutab Minar monument is a 15-min auto ride from Gate 1 (about ₹30). No direct walking path. Auto stand is at Gate 2 exit. Last entry to Qutab Minar is 30 min before sunset.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsATMParkingDrinking water