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

The journey from Rajiv Chowk to Central Secretariat takes approximately 5 minutes by Delhi Metro, covering 2.13 km across 2 stops.

What is the metro fare from Rajiv Chowk to Central Secretariat?

The token fare from Rajiv Chowk to Central Secretariat 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 Rajiv Chowk for Central Secretariat?

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

What is the last train from Rajiv Chowk to Central Secretariat?

The last train from Rajiv Chowk towards Millennium City Centre departs at 23:45 on weekdays. The last train from Central Secretariat back towards Rajiv Chowk departs at 23:43.

How many stops from Rajiv Chowk to Central Secretariat?

There are 2 stops between Rajiv Chowk and Central Secretariat on the Yellow Line. The stations are: Rajiv Chowk, Patel Chowk, Central Secretariat.

Rajiv Chowk To Central Secretariat

ShortestShortest Route

Rajiv Chowk

blue interchange

Platform 2·underground·Yellow LineTowards Millennium City Centre

First train: 06:26Last train: 23:45Doors open: right

Patel Chowk

+2.75 min

2.75 min · 1.24 km

Central Secretariat

violet interchange

Arrive Platform 2·underground2.13 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

5 min

Total time

stops

2.13 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Rajiv Chowk	06:26	23:45	Towards Millennium City Centre
Central Secretariat	06:30	23:43	Towards Rajiv 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

₹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

0.29 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.13 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~9 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹20

Bike

₹22

Auto

₹56

Cab

₹96

Estimates for 2.13 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Kashmere GateNew Delhi

Departure 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

Arrival station

Central Secretariat

underground

Rafi Marg, Central Secretariat, New Delhi 110011

Weekdays: 05:51 – 23:43(Sundays from 06:16)

Zone 1 · 5 entry points

Key exits

Rafi Marg / Parliament Street· Sansad Marg, Rail Bhawan♿

South Block / Vijay Chowk· South Block PMO, Vijay Chowk♿

Shastri Bhawan / Dr. Rajendra Prasad Road· Shastri Bhawan, Ministry of Education♿

Rajpath (Kartavya Path)· India Gate, National War Memorial♿

Gate 4 (Rajpath/Kartavya Path) is the closest metro exit to India Gate — 10-min walk east along the path. Gate 2 for South Block and Vijay Chowk. Violet Line here connects you to Lajpat Nagar, Nehru Place and Faridabad.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsATMDrinking water