How long does it take from Rithala to Karol Bagh by metro?

The journey from Rithala to Karol Bagh takes approximately 48 minutes by Delhi Metro, covering 16.97 km across 14 stops.

What is the metro fare from Rithala to Karol Bagh?

The token fare from Rithala to Karol Bagh is ₹40. With a smart card the fare is ₹36 (save ₹4). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ₹32.

Which platform at Rithala for Karol Bagh?

At Rithala, 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 Rithala to Karol Bagh?

The last train from Rithala towards Shaheed Sthal departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Karol Bagh back towards Rithala departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Rithala to Karol Bagh?

There are 14 stops between Rithala and Karol Bagh on the Red Line. The stations are: Rithala, Rohini West, Rohini East, Pitampura, Kohat Enclave, Netaji Subhash Place, Keshav Puram, Kanhaiya Nagar, Inderlok.

Rithala To Karol Bagh

ShortestShortest Route

Rithala

Platform 1·elevated·Red LineTowards Shaheed Sthal

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

Rohini West

+2.95 min

2.95 min · 1.35 km

Rohini East

+5.38 min

2.43 min · 1.06 km

Keshav Puram

+14.95 min

2.66 min · 1.19 km

Kanhaiya Nagar

+17.14 min

2.19 min · 0.93 km

Inderlok

green interchange

Arrive Platform 1·elevated8.68 km

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

interchange Inderlok — 5 min

Platform 1 · Green Line ·Platform 1 Towards Kirti Nagar

+5 min

Inderlok

red interchange

Platform 1·elevated·Green LineTowards Kirti Nagar

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

Satguru Ram Singh Marg

+6.46 min

6.46 min · 3.28 km

Kirti Nagar

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 1·elevated4.06 km

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

interchange Kirti Nagar — 5 min

Platform 1 · Blue Line ·Platform 2 Towards Noida Electronic City

+5 min

Kirti Nagar

green interchange

Platform 2·elevated·Blue LineTowards Noida Electronic City

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

Shadipur

+1.95 min

1.95 min · 0.8 km

Patel Nagar

+4.8 min

2.85 min · 1.29 km

Rajendra Place

+7.12 min

2.32 min · 1 km

Karol Bagh

Arrive Platform 2·underground4.23 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

48 min

Total time

stops

16.97 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Rithala	06:00	23:00	Towards Shaheed Sthal
Karol Bagh	06:00	23:00	Towards Rithala

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

₹40

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

₹36

Save ₹4 per ride

Off-peak smart card

₹32

Save ₹8 per ride

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

Fare guide

Travel green

2.29 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.05 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~68 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹40

Bike

₹112

Auto

₹234

Cab

₹424

Estimates for 16.97 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Rithala

elevated

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsParkingDrinking water

Arrival station

Karol Bagh

underground

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

Zone 1 · 5 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsATMDrinking water