Journey summary

Botanical Garden to Central Secretariat

Line-by-line directions for this trip

Interchange routeSingle-change journey

Travelling from Botanical Garden to Central Secretariat on the Delhi Metro takes approximately 32 minutes covering 14 stations and 1 interchange. The standard token fare is ₹43 (or ₹39 with a Smart Card).

Return journey

Travel Time

32 min

Standard Fare

₹43

Smart Card

₹39

Interchanges

Total Stations

Distance

15.6 km

First and last train times use reported Botanical Garden timing data. Direction-wise timing can vary by line and destination.

Route plan

Start on Blue Line (Main) towards Dwarka Sector 21 from Botanical Garden. Change 1 time before reaching Central Secretariat.

Useful for comparing a full metro journey across multiple connected lines in the Delhi NCR network.

This route connects the area around Botanic Garden Bus Station with the area around Parliament Museum.

Blue Line (Main)Board for 11 stations

Towards Dwarka Sector 21

Botanical Garden to Mandi House

Change to Violet Line at Mandi House

Violet LineContinue for 2 stations

Towards Raja Nahar Singh (Ballabhgarh)

Mandi House to Central Secretariat

Route at a glance

Calculated network summary

This summary is calculated for Botanical Garden to Central Secretariatfrom the ordered station and line graph used by the planner.

Journey type

Interchange route

Lines used

Blue Line (Main) → Violet Line

Network changes

1 interchange

Interchange sequence: Mandi House.

Line and station naming reference: Delhi Metro Rail Corporation operational network map

Reference reviewed 9 August 2026. Fare and travel time remain planner estimates; check official live notices before travelling.

Route Timeline

Blue Line (Main)Board for 11 stationsTowards Dwarka Sector 21

Botanical Garden

Start journey on Blue Line (Main) towards Dwarka Sector 21

Mayur Vihar Extension

Change to Violet Line

Violet LineContinue for 2 stationsTowards Raja Nahar Singh (Ballabhgarh)

Janpath

Central Secretariat

Destination

Destination station

Central Secretariat

Yellow LineViolet Line

View station details

Parking

Not confirmed in our data

ATM

Recorded as available

Toilet

Recorded as available

Lift

Recorded as available

Escalator

Recorded as available

Nearby places

Parliament Museum, Prime Chowk, National Museum, Western Court Bus Terminus

Useful exits

Gate No. 3: India Gate
Gate No. 5: Rail Bhawan
Gate No. 4: Rashtrapati Bhavan

Accessibility information

Lift No.3: Near Gate No.5 of the Station; towards Rail Bhawan
Lift No.3A: Near Gate No.3 of the Station; towards India Gate

DMRC published reference; verify current gate and lift status on arrival.

Facilities reported along this route

Stations where our current data records selected passenger facilities. Confirm essential facilities before travel.

Parking

9 stations

Botanical Garden Noida Sector 18 Noida Sector 16 Noida Sector 15 New Ashok Nagar Mayur Vihar Phase-1+3 more

ATM

9 stations

Botanical Garden Noida Sector 18 Noida Sector 15 New Ashok Nagar Mayur Vihar Phase-1 Akshardham+3 more

Toilet

14 stations

Botanical Garden Noida Sector 18 Noida Sector 16 Noida Sector 15 New Ashok Nagar Mayur Vihar Extension+8 more

Journey overview

This calculated journey covers approximately 15.6 km and 13 stops. The planner estimates 32 minutes of travel and a standard estimated fare of ₹43. It uses 2 line sections with 1 interchange.

Route character

This route from Botanical Garden to Central Secretariat crosses 2 line sections. It is most useful when you follow the interchange order below and check the terminal direction shown for each onward train before boarding.

Single-change journey: Useful for comparing a full metro journey across multiple connected lines in the Delhi NCR network.

This route connects the area around Botanic Garden Bus Station with the area around Parliament Museum.

This route's line signature is Blue Line (Main) (Botanical Garden to Mandi House), Violet Line (Mandi House to Central Secretariat). The first stations in travel order are Botanical Garden, Noida Sector 18, Noida Sector 16, Noida Sector 15, New Ashok Nagar, Mayur Vihar Extension, and more, which helps make this station pair distinct from other journeys using some of the same interchange hubs.

Line-by-line summary

Ride the Blue Line (Main) from Botanical Garden to Mandi House towards Dwarka Sector 21. This section covers 11 stops.
Ride the Violet Line from Mandi House to Central Secretariat towards Raja Nahar Singh (Ballabhgarh). This section covers 2 stops.

Interchange guidance

Change lines inside Mandi House. Follow signs for the next line and its displayed terminal direction; interchange walking time varies by platform.

Origin and destination station details

Origin station

Leaving Botanical Garden

Botanical Garden is interchange station in noida metro network.

Address / access area: Botanical Garden Metro Station; access reference: Captain Vijayant Thapar Marg
Parking: Listed as available; confirm live access and vehicle rules.
Accessibility reference: 4 published accessible entry or gate references; verify live lift and gate status.
Station hours / first and last train: DMRC First/Last Train Time tool for this station pair and direction.

Nearby: Botanic Garden Bus Station, Noida Botanical Garden, Shaheed Smarak Smriti Park.

Full Botanical Garden station guide Source reviewed 20 August 2026

Destination station

Arriving at Central Secretariat

Central Secretariat is interchange station serving yellow line and violet line.

Address / access area: Central Secretariat Metro Station; access reference: Near Gate No.5 of the Station; towards Rail Bhawan
Parking: Not confirmed in the reviewed station data.
Accessibility reference: 3 published accessible entry or gate references; verify live lift and gate status.
Station hours / first and last train: Published station hours: 5:34 AM to 11:52 PM.; DMRC First/Last Train Time tool for this station pair and direction.

Nearby: Parliament Museum, Prime Chowk, National Museum, Western Court Bus Terminus.

Full Central Secretariat station guide Source reviewed 20 August 2026

Useful gate context

Botanical Garden gates

Gate No. 1: Captain Vijayant Thapar Marg | Gate No. 4: Multilevel parking

Central Secretariat gates

Gate No. 3: India Gate | Gate No. 5: Rail Bhawan

Stations on this route

These stations are listed in travel order using the same network data as the route calculation.

Fare and journey time are planning estimates. Platform numbers, live disruptions and gate availability can change, so confirm the line name and terminal direction on station displays before boarding.

Related routes

Open related route pages from the same origin, destination and interchange network to compare alternate Delhi Metro journeys.

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Fare Options

Estimated fare by payment type. Eligibility, operator rules and the final amount shown before payment take priority.

Calculate another Delhi Metro fare

Standard fare (QR ticket)

Standard estimated fare

Base

₹43

Smart card / NCMC fare

Estimated smart card fare

₹39

Discounted fare (off-peak / MJQRT)

Estimated fare where eligible

20% off

₹34.4

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the metro route from Botanical Garden to Central Secretariat?

The metro route from Botanical Garden to Central Secretariat has 14 stations, 15.6 km approximate distance and 1 interchange. Follow the station-by-station timeline for the complete route.

How much is the fare from Botanical Garden to Central Secretariat?

The estimated standard fare for this route is ₹43.0. With a smart card or NCMC, the estimate is ₹39.0. The eligible off-peak/MJQRT estimate is ₹34.4. Operator eligibility rules and the final amount shown before payment take priority.

How long does it take from Botanical Garden to Central Secretariat?

The estimated travel time is 32 minutes, including interchange time where applicable.

Which metro line should I board from Botanical Garden?

Board the Blue Line (Main) from Botanical Garden towards Dwarka Sector 21.

Where do I change metro between Botanical Garden and Central Secretariat?

You need to change metro at Mandi House on this route.

How many stations are there from Botanical Garden to Central Secretariat?

There are 14 stations on the route from Botanical Garden to Central Secretariat, including the starting and destination stations. This means there are 13 metro stops between the two stations.

Which metro lines are used from Botanical Garden to Central Secretariat?

This route uses Blue Line (Main), Violet Line. Follow the route timeline to see where each line starts and where to change trains.

What are the stations between Botanical Garden and Central Secretariat?

Stations on this route are Botanical Garden, Noida Sector 18, Noida Sector 16, Noida Sector 15, New Ashok Nagar, Mayur Vihar Extension, Mayur Vihar Phase-1, Akshardham, Yamuna Bank, Indraprastha, Supreme Court, Mandi House, Janpath, Central Secretariat.

What kind of metro journey is Botanical Garden to Central Secretariat?

Botanical Garden to Central Secretariat is best described here as a single-change journey. Useful for comparing a full metro journey across multiple connected lines in the Delhi NCR network.

Which gate can help when starting from Botanical Garden?

Botanical Garden currently has reported gate references such as Gate No. 1 for Captain Vijayant Thapar Marg; Gate No. 4 for Multilevel parking. Station signboards and live gate operations should be treated as the final reference on the day of travel.

What is reported near Central Secretariat after this journey?

Reported nearby places around Central Secretariat include Parliament Museum, Prime Chowk, National Museum, Western Court Bus Terminus. Use the station exit and gate boards to match your final destination after arriving.