How long does it take from Tughlakabad to R.K. Puram by metro?

The journey from Tughlakabad to R.K. Puram takes approximately 41 minutes by Delhi Metro, covering 16.02 km across 13 stops.

What is the metro fare from Tughlakabad to R.K. Puram?

The token fare from Tughlakabad to R.K. Puram 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 Tughlakabad for R.K. Puram?

At Tughlakabad, 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 Tughlakabad to R.K. Puram?

The last train from Tughlakabad towards Kashmere Gate departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from R.K. Puram back towards Tughlakabad departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Tughlakabad to R.K. Puram?

There are 13 stops between Tughlakabad and R.K. Puram on the Violet Line. The stations are: Tughlakabad, Mohan Estate, Sarita Vihar, Jasola Apollo, Harkesh Nagar Okhla, Govindpuri, Kalkaji Mandir.

Tughlakabad To R.K. Puram

ShortestShortest Route

Tughlakabad

Platform 1·elevated·Violet LineTowards Kashmere Gate

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

Mohan Estate

+2.37 min

2.37 min · 1.03 km

Sarita Vihar

+5.56 min

3.19 min · 1.48 km

Harkesh Nagar Okhla

+10.1 min

1.77 min · 0.7 km

Govindpuri

+13.87 min

3.77 min · 1.8 km

Kalkaji Mandir

magenta interchange

Arrive Platform 1·elevated7.08 km

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

interchange Kalkaji Mandir — 5 min

Platform 1 · Magenta Line ·Platform 1 Towards Krishna Park Extension

+5 min

Kalkaji Mandir

violet interchange

Platform 1·elevated·Magenta LineTowards Krishna Park Extension

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

Nehru Enclave

+1.92 min

1.92 min · 0.78 km

Greater Kailash

+4.77 min

2.85 min · 1.29 km

Hauz Khas

yellow interchange

+12.62 min

2.7 min · 1.21 km

IIT

+15.7 min

3.08 min · 1.42 km

R.K. Puram

Arrive Platform 1·elevated8.94 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

41 min

Total time

stops

16.02 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Tughlakabad	06:00	23:00	Towards Kashmere Gate
R.K. Puram	06:00	23:00	Towards Tughlakabad

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

2.16 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.99 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~64 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹40

Bike

₹106

Auto

₹222

Cab

₹402

Estimates for 16.02 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Kashmere GateNew Delhi

Departure station

Tughlakabad

elevated

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsParkingDrinking water

Arrival station

R.K. Puram

elevated

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points