Journey summary

Botanical Garden to Rajiv Chowk

Line-by-line directions for this trip

Business DistrictDirect long journey

Travelling from Botanical Garden to Rajiv Chowk on the Delhi Metro takes approximately 26 minutes covering 14 stations and 0 interchanges (direct). The standard token fare is ₹43 (or ₹39 with a Smart Card).

Return journey

Travel Time

26 min

Standard Fare

₹43

Smart Card

₹39

Interchanges

Direct (0)

Total Stations

Distance

14.6 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. Stay on the same metro line until Rajiv Chowk.

Useful for commuters heading into major office corridors where interchange speed and station exits affect total travel time.

This route connects the area around Botanic Garden Bus Station with the area around Rajiv Chowk Central Park.

Blue Line (Main)Board for 13 stations

Towards Dwarka Sector 21

Botanical Garden to Rajiv Chowk

Route at a glance

Calculated network summary

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

Journey type

Business District

Lines used

Blue Line (Main)

Network changes

Direct journey

Practical planning note: Peak-period crowding can increase interchange and station-exit time, so keep a buffer for time-sensitive arrivals.

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 13 stationsTowards Dwarka Sector 21

Botanical Garden

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

Mayur Vihar Extension

Destination

Destination station

Rajiv Chowk

Yellow LineBlue Line (Main)

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

Connaught Place, Central Park, Janpath, Palika Bazar, PVR Plaza

Useful exits

Gate No. 8: Radial Road-3, Panchkuian Road, A Block
Gate No. 7: Radial Road-2, Baba Kharak Singh Marg, A Block
Gate No. 6: Radial Road-1, Janpath Road, Palika Bazar

Accessibility information

Lift No.5: Near Gate No.1&2 of the Station; near Block B

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

10 stations

Botanical Garden Noida Sector 18 Noida Sector 15 New Ashok Nagar Mayur Vihar Phase-1 Akshardham+4 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 14.6 km and 13 stops. The planner estimates 26 minutes of travel and a standard estimated fare of ₹43. It uses 1 line section without a line change.

Route character

This is a direct metro journey from Botanical Garden to Rajiv Chowk on Blue Line (Main), which usually makes it easier to follow station signage and stay on one platform direction throughout the trip.

Direct long journey: Useful for commuters heading into major office corridors where interchange speed and station exits affect total travel time.

This route connects the area around Botanic Garden Bus Station with the area around Rajiv Chowk Central Park.

This route's line signature is Blue Line (Main) (Botanical Garden to Rajiv Chowk). 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 Rajiv Chowk towards Dwarka Sector 21. This section covers 13 stops.

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 Rajiv Chowk

Rajiv Chowk is underground interchange station.

Address / access area: Connaught Place, New Delhi 110001
Parking: Listed as available; confirm live access and vehicle rules.
Accessibility reference: 1 published accessible entry or gate reference; verify live lift and gate status.
Station hours / first and last train: Published station hours: 5:29 AM to 11:47 PM.; DMRC First/Last Train Time tool for this station pair and direction.

Nearby: Connaught Place, Central Park, Janpath, Palika Bazar.

Full Rajiv Chowk 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

Rajiv Chowk gates

Gate No. 8: Radial Road-3, Panchkuian Road, A Block | Gate No. 7: Radial Road-2, Baba Kharak Singh Marg, A Block

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.

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Botanical Garden station guide Rajiv Chowk station guide

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 Rajiv Chowk?

The metro route from Botanical Garden to Rajiv Chowk has 14 stations, 14.6 km approximate distance and 0 interchanges. Follow the station-by-station timeline for the complete route.

How much is the fare from Botanical Garden to Rajiv Chowk?

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 Rajiv Chowk?

The estimated travel time is 26 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 Rajiv Chowk?

No interchange is required on this route. You can stay on the same metro line until Rajiv Chowk.

How many stations are there from Botanical Garden to Rajiv Chowk?

There are 14 stations on the route from Botanical Garden to Rajiv Chowk, 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 Rajiv Chowk?

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

What are the stations between Botanical Garden and Rajiv Chowk?

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, Barakhamba Road, Rajiv Chowk.

What kind of metro journey is Botanical Garden to Rajiv Chowk?

Botanical Garden to Rajiv Chowk is best described here as a direct long journey. Useful for commuters heading into major office corridors where interchange speed and station exits affect total travel time.

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 Rajiv Chowk after this journey?

Reported nearby places around Rajiv Chowk include Connaught Place, Central Park, Janpath, Palika Bazar. Use the station exit and gate boards to match your final destination after arriving.