Journey summary

Central Secretariat to Botanical Garden

Line-by-line directions for this trip

Interchange routeSingle-change journey

Travelling from Central Secretariat to Botanical Garden 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 Central Secretariat timing data. Direction-wise timing can vary by line and destination.

Route plan

Start on Violet Line towards Kashmere Gate from Central Secretariat. Change 1 time before reaching Botanical Garden.

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

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

Violet LineBoard for 2 stations

Towards Kashmere Gate

Central Secretariat to Mandi House

Change to Blue Line (Main) at Mandi House

Blue Line (Main)Continue for 11 stations

Towards Noida Electronic City

Mandi House to Botanical Garden

Route at a glance

Calculated network summary

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

Journey type

Interchange route

Lines used

Violet Line → Blue Line (Main)

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

Violet LineBoard for 2 stationsTowards Kashmere Gate

Central Secretariat

Start journey on Violet Line towards Kashmere Gate

Janpath

Mandi House

Change to Blue Line (Main)

Blue Line (Main)Continue for 11 stationsTowards Noida Electronic City

Mayur Vihar Extension

Destination

Destination station

Botanical Garden

Blue Line (Main)Magenta Line

View station details

Parking

Recorded as available

ATM

Recorded as available

Toilet

Recorded as available

Lift

Recorded as available

Escalator

Recorded as available

Nearby places

Botanic Garden Bus Station, Noida Botanical Garden, Shaheed Smarak Smriti Park

Useful exits

Gate No. 1: Captain Vijayant Thapar Marg
Gate No. 4: Multilevel parking
Gate No. 3: Captain Vijayant Thapar Marg

Accessibility information

Lift No.3: Near Gate No.1 of the Station; towards DHL
Lift No.4A: Near Gate No.3 of Station; towards Botanical Garden Republic

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

Indraprastha Yamuna Bank Akshardham Mayur Vihar Phase-1 New Ashok Nagar Noida Sector 15+3 more

ATM

9 stations

Central Secretariat Mandi House Supreme Court Akshardham Mayur Vihar Phase-1 New Ashok Nagar+3 more

Toilet

14 stations

Central Secretariat Janpath Mandi House Supreme Court Indraprastha Yamuna Bank+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 Central Secretariat to Botanical Garden 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 Parliament Museum with the area around Botanic Garden Bus Station.

This route's line signature is Violet Line (Central Secretariat to Mandi House), Blue Line (Main) (Mandi House to Botanical Garden). The first stations in travel order are Central Secretariat, Janpath, Mandi House, Supreme Court, Indraprastha, Yamuna Bank, 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 Violet Line from Central Secretariat to Mandi House towards Kashmere Gate. This section covers 2 stops.
Ride the Blue Line (Main) from Mandi House to Botanical Garden towards Noida Electronic City. This section covers 11 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 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

Destination station

Arriving at 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

Useful gate context

Central Secretariat gates

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

Botanical Garden gates

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

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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Central Secretariat station guide Botanical Garden 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 Central Secretariat to Botanical Garden?

The metro route from Central Secretariat to Botanical Garden 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 Central Secretariat to Botanical Garden?

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 Central Secretariat to Botanical Garden?

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

Which metro line should I board from Central Secretariat?

Board the Violet Line from Central Secretariat towards Kashmere Gate.

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

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

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

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

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

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

What are the stations between Central Secretariat and Botanical Garden?

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

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

Central Secretariat to Botanical Garden 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 Central Secretariat?

Central Secretariat currently has reported gate references such as Gate No. 3 for India Gate; Gate No. 5 for Rail Bhawan. Station signboards and live gate operations should be treated as the final reference on the day of travel.

What is reported near Botanical Garden after this journey?

Reported nearby places around Botanical Garden include Botanic Garden Bus Station, Noida Botanical Garden, Shaheed Smarak Smriti Park. Use the station exit and gate boards to match your final destination after arriving.