How long does it take from South Extension to Nehru Place by metro?

The journey from South Extension to Nehru Place takes approximately 15 minutes by Delhi Metro, covering 4.51 km across 4 stops.

What is the metro fare from South Extension to Nehru Place?

The token fare from South Extension to Nehru Place 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 South Extension for Nehru Place?

At South Extension, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Shiv Vihar. Look for the electronic board showing "Shiv Vihar".

What is the last train from South Extension to Nehru Place?

The last train from South Extension towards Shiv Vihar departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Nehru Place back towards South Extension departs at 23:00.

How many stops from South Extension to Nehru Place?

There are 4 stops between South Extension and Nehru Place on the Pink Line. The stations are: South Extension, Lajpat Nagar.

South Extension To Nehru Place

ShortestShortest Route

South Extension

Platform 2·underground·Pink LineTowards Shiv Vihar

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

Lajpat Nagar

violet interchange

Arrive Platform 2·elevated1.32 km

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

interchange Lajpat Nagar — 5 min

Platform 2 · Violet Line ·Platform 2 Towards Raja Nahar Singh

+5 min

Lajpat Nagar

pink interchange

Platform 2·elevated·Violet LineTowards Raja Nahar Singh

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

Moolchand

+2.08 min

2.08 min · 0.87 km

Kailash Colony

+4.85 min

2.77 min · 1.25 km

Nehru Place

Arrive Platform 2·elevated3.19 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

15 min

Total time

stops

4.51 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
South Extension	06:00	23:00	Towards Shiv Vihar
Nehru Place	06:00	23:00	Towards South Extension

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

0.61 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.28 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~18 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹20

Bike

₹38

Auto

₹84

Cab

₹150

Estimates for 4.51 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

South Extension

underground

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Nehru Place

elevated

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

Zone 1 · 5 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsATMParkingDrinking water