How long does it take from Shaheed Sthal to Qutab Minar by metro?

The journey from Shaheed Sthal to Qutab Minar takes approximately 86 minutes by Delhi Metro, covering 36.08 km across 31 stops.

What is the metro fare from Shaheed Sthal to Qutab Minar?

The token fare from Shaheed Sthal to Qutab Minar is ₹60. With a smart card the fare is ₹54 (save ₹6). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ₹48.

Which platform at Shaheed Sthal for Qutab Minar?

At Shaheed Sthal, board from Platform 2 (elevated station). The train runs towards Rithala. Look for the electronic board showing "Rithala".

What is the last train from Shaheed Sthal to Qutab Minar?

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

How many stops from Shaheed Sthal to Qutab Minar?

There are 31 stops between Shaheed Sthal and Qutab Minar on the Red Line. The stations are: Shaheed Sthal, Hindon River, Arthala, Mohan Nagar, Shyam Park, Major Mohit Sharma Raj. Nagar, Raj Bagh, Shaheed Nagar, Dilshad Garden, Jhilmil, Mansarovar Park, Shahdara, Welcome, Seelampur, Shastri Park, Kashmere Gate.

Shaheed Sthal To Qutab Minar

ShortestShortest Route

Shaheed Sthal

Platform 2·elevated·Red LineTowards Rithala

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

Hindon River

+2.32 min

2.32 min · 1 km

Arthala

+3.71 min

1.39 min · 0.49 km

Seelampur

+31.17 min

2.63 min · 1.17 km

Shastri Park

+34.2 min

3.03 min · 1.39 km

Kashmere Gate

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Arrive Platform 3·underground17.28 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

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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

86 min

Total time

stops

36.08 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

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

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

₹60

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

₹54

Save ₹6 per ride

Off-peak smart card

₹48

Save ₹12 per ride

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

Fare guide

Travel green

4.87 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

2.24 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~144 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹60

Bike

₹226

Auto

₹462

Cab

₹844

Estimates for 36.08 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Kashmere GateNew Delhi

Departure station

Shaheed Sthal

elevated

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

Zone 1 · 6 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsATMParkingBus terminusDrinking 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