How long does it take from Sarai to Lal Quila by metro?

The journey from Sarai to Lal Quila takes approximately 59 minutes by Delhi Metro, covering 26.54 km across 22 stops.

What is the metro fare from Sarai to Lal Quila?

The token fare from Sarai to Lal Quila 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 Sarai for Lal Quila?

At Sarai, 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 Sarai to Lal Quila?

The last train from Sarai towards Kashmere Gate departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Lal Quila back towards Sarai departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Sarai to Lal Quila?

There are 22 stops between Sarai and Lal Quila on the Violet Line. The stations are: 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, Janpath, Mandi House, ITO, Delhi Gate, Jama Masjid, Lal Quila.

Sarai To Lal Quila

ShortestShortest Route

Sarai

Platform 1·elevated·Violet LineTowards Kashmere Gate

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

Badarpur Border

+2.37 min

2.37 min · 1.03 km

Tughlakabad

+6.14 min

3.77 min · 1.8 km

Delhi Gate

+54.64 min

2.74 min · 1.23 km

Jama Masjid

+57.34 min

2.7 min · 1.21 km

Lal Quila

Arrive Platform 1·underground26.54 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

59 min

Total time

stops

26.54 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Sarai	06:00	23:00	Towards Kashmere Gate
Lal Quila	06:00	23:00	Towards Sarai

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

3.58 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.65 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~106 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹50

Bike

₹170

Auto

₹348

Cab

₹634

Estimates for 26.54 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Kashmere GateNew Delhi

Departure station

Sarai

elevated

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Lal Quila

underground

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water