Journey summary

Central Secretariat to Janakpuri West

Line-by-line directions for this trip

Interchange routeWalking transfer journey

Travelling from Central Secretariat to Janakpuri West on the Delhi Metro takes approximately 69 minutes covering 16 stations and 3 interchanges. The standard token fare is ₹54 (or ₹49 with a Smart Card).

Return journey

Travel Time

69 min

Standard Fare

₹54

Smart Card

₹49

Interchanges

Total Stations

Distance

25.1 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 Yellow Line towards Samaypur Badli from Central Secretariat. Change 3 times before reaching Janakpuri West.

Useful for travellers willing to use an out-of-station transfer when it shortens the overall journey.

This route connects the area around Parliament Museum with the area around Maharishi Dayanand Saraswati Park.

Yellow LineBoard for 3 stations

Towards Samaypur Badli

Central Secretariat to New Delhi

Change to Airport Express Line at New Delhi

Airport Express LineContinue for 2 stations

Towards Yashobhoomi Dwarka Sector 25

New Delhi to Dhaula Kuan

Walk 1200 m to Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus (15 min), then board Pink Line

Pink LineBoard for 4 stations

Towards Majlis Park

Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus to Rajouri Garden

Change to Blue Line (Main) at Rajouri Garden

Blue Line (Main)Continue for 5 stations

Towards Dwarka Sector 21

Rajouri Garden to Janakpuri West

Route at a glance

Calculated network summary

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

Journey type

Interchange route

Lines used

Yellow Line → Airport Express Line → Pink Line → Blue Line (Main)

Network changes

3 interchanges

Interchange sequence: New Delhi → Dhaula Kuan → Rajouri Garden.

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

Yellow LineBoard for 3 stationsTowards Samaypur Badli

Central Secretariat

Start journey on Yellow Line towards Samaypur Badli

Patel Chowk

Rajiv Chowk

New Delhi

Change to Airport Express Line

Airport Express LineContinue for 2 stationsTowards Yashobhoomi Dwarka Sector 25

Shivaji Stadium

Dhaula Kuan

Walk 1200 m to Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus (15 min), then board Pink Line

Pink LineBoard for 4 stationsTowards Majlis Park

Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus

Change to Blue Line (Main)

Blue Line (Main)Continue for 5 stationsTowards Dwarka Sector 21

Destination

Destination station

Janakpuri West

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

Maharishi Dayanand Saraswati Park, WEST MALL, Unity One Mall, Indira Gandhi Institute of Physical Education & Sports Sciences

Useful exits

Gate No. 3: District Centre and Auto Licensing Office
Gate No. 2: Shivaji Marg and Najafgarh Road
Gate No. 1: Vikaspuri

Accessibility information

Lift No.4: Near Gate No.1 of the Station; towards Vikas Puri
Gate No.2: Towards Unity One Mall

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

10 stations

Patel Chowk New Delhi Dhaula Kuan Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus Delhi Cantt.Rajouri Garden+4 more

ATM

11 stations

Central Secretariat Patel Chowk Rajiv Chowk New Delhi Shivaji Stadium Dhaula Kuan+5 more

Toilet

16 stations

Central Secretariat Patel Chowk Rajiv Chowk New Delhi Shivaji Stadium Dhaula Kuan+10 more

Journey overview

This calculated journey covers approximately 25.1 km and 14 stops. The planner estimates 69 minutes of travel and a standard estimated fare of ₹54. It uses 4 line sections with 3 interchanges.

Route character

This route from Central Secretariat to Janakpuri West crosses 4 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.

Walking transfer journey: Useful for travellers willing to use an out-of-station transfer when it shortens the overall journey.

This route connects the area around Parliament Museum with the area around Maharishi Dayanand Saraswati Park.

This route's line signature is Yellow Line (Central Secretariat to New Delhi), Airport Express Line (New Delhi to Dhaula Kuan), Pink Line (Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus to Rajouri Garden), Blue Line (Main) (Rajouri Garden to Janakpuri West). The first stations in travel order are Central Secretariat, Patel Chowk, Rajiv Chowk, New Delhi, Shivaji Stadium, Dhaula Kuan, 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 Yellow Line from Central Secretariat to New Delhi towards Samaypur Badli. This section covers 3 stops.
Ride the Airport Express Line from New Delhi to Dhaula Kuan towards Yashobhoomi Dwarka Sector 25. This section covers 2 stops.
Ride the Pink Line from Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus to Rajouri Garden towards Majlis Park. This section covers 4 stops.
Ride the Blue Line (Main) from Rajouri Garden to Janakpuri West towards Dwarka Sector 21. This section covers 5 stops.

Interchange guidance

Change lines inside New Delhi. Follow signs for the next line and its displayed terminal direction; interchange walking time varies by platform.
Walk 1200 m from Dhaula Kuan to Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus; allow approximately 15 minutes for this out-of-station connection.
Change lines inside Rajouri Garden. 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 Janakpuri West

Janakpuri West is interchange station serving blue line (main) and magenta line.

Address / access area: Janakpuri West Metro Station; access reference: Near Gate No.1 of the Station; towards Vikas Puri
Parking: Listed as available; confirm live access and vehicle rules.
Accessibility reference: 3 published accessible entry or gate references; verify live lift and gate status.
Station hours / first and last train: Published station hours: 5:28 AM to 12:06 AM.; DMRC First/Last Train Time tool for this station pair and direction.

Nearby: Maharishi Dayanand Saraswati Park, WEST MALL, Unity One Mall, Indira Gandhi Institute of Physical Education & Sports Sciences.

Full Janakpuri West station guide Source reviewed 20 August 2026

Useful gate context

Central Secretariat gates

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

Janakpuri West gates

Gate No. 3: District Centre and Auto Licensing Office | Gate No. 2: Shivaji Marg and Najafgarh Road

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 Janakpuri West 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

₹54

Smart card / NCMC fare

Estimated smart card fare

₹49

Discounted fare (off-peak / MJQRT)

Estimated fare where eligible

20% off

₹43.2

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the metro route from Central Secretariat to Janakpuri West?

The metro route from Central Secretariat to Janakpuri West has 16 stations, 25.1 km approximate distance and 3 interchanges. Follow the station-by-station timeline for the complete route.

How much is the fare from Central Secretariat to Janakpuri West?

The estimated standard fare for this route is ₹54.0. With a smart card or NCMC, the estimate is ₹49.0. The eligible off-peak/MJQRT estimate is ₹43.2. Operator eligibility rules and the final amount shown before payment take priority.

How long does it take from Central Secretariat to Janakpuri West?

The estimated travel time is 69 minutes, including interchange time where applicable.

Which metro line should I board from Central Secretariat?

Board the Yellow Line from Central Secretariat towards Samaypur Badli.

Where do I change metro between Central Secretariat and Janakpuri West?

You need to change metro at New Delhi, Dhaula Kuan to Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus by walking, Rajouri Garden on this route.

How many stations are there from Central Secretariat to Janakpuri West?

There are 16 stations on the route from Central Secretariat to Janakpuri West, including the starting and destination stations. This means there are 14 metro stops between the two stations.

Which metro lines are used from Central Secretariat to Janakpuri West?

This route uses Yellow Line, Airport Express Line, Pink 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 Janakpuri West?

Stations on this route are Central Secretariat, Patel Chowk, Rajiv Chowk, New Delhi, Shivaji Stadium, Dhaula Kuan, Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus, Delhi Cantt., Naraina Vihar, Maya Puri, Rajouri Garden, Tagore Garden, Subhash Nagar, Tilak Nagar, Janakpuri East, Janakpuri West.

What kind of metro journey is Central Secretariat to Janakpuri West?

Central Secretariat to Janakpuri West is best described here as a walking transfer journey. Useful for travellers willing to use an out-of-station transfer when it shortens the overall journey.

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 Janakpuri West after this journey?

Reported nearby places around Janakpuri West include Maharishi Dayanand Saraswati Park, WEST MALL, Unity One Mall, Indira Gandhi Institute of Physical Education & Sports Sciences. Use the station exit and gate boards to match your final destination after arriving.