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Journey summary

Lal Quila to New Delhi

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Travelling from Lal Quila to New Delhi on the Delhi Metro takes approximately 13 minutes covering 5 stations and 1 interchange. The standard token fare is ₹21 (or ₹19 with a Smart Card).

Return journey

Travel Time

13 min

Standard Fare

₹21

Smart Card

₹19

Interchanges

1

Total Stations

5

Distance

4.7 km

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

Route plan

Start on Violet Line towards Kashmere Gate from Lal Quila. Change 1 time before reaching New Delhi.

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

This route connects the area around Indian War Memorial Museum with the area around New Delhi Railway Station (Ajmeri Gate).

Violet LineBoard for 1 station

Towards Kashmere Gate

Lal Quila to Kashmere Gate

Change to Yellow Line at Kashmere Gate

Yellow LineContinue for 3 stations

Towards Millennium City Centre Gurugram

Kashmere Gate to New Delhi

Route Timeline

Violet LineBoard for 1 stationTowards Kashmere Gate
Lal Quila

Start journey on Violet Line towards Kashmere Gate

Kashmere Gate

Change to Yellow Line

Yellow LineContinue for 3 stationsTowards Millennium City Centre Gurugram

Destination station

New Delhi

Yellow LineAirport Express 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

New Delhi Railway Station, Paharganj, Ajmeri Gate, Connaught Place

Useful exits

  • Gate No. 4: Airport Line and Civic Centre
  • Gate No. 3: Kamla Market
  • Gate No. 2: New Delhi Railway Station

Accessibility information

  • Lift No.2: Towards Paharganj, Kamla Market & Rail Yatri Niwas
  • Main Entrance Ajmeri Gate: Near Vabhuti Marg, Ajmeri 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

2 stations
Kashmere GateNew Delhi

ATM

4 stations
Lal QuilaKashmere GateChandni ChowkNew Delhi

Toilet

5 stations
Lal QuilaKashmere GateChandni ChowkChawri BazarNew Delhi

Journey overview

This calculated journey covers approximately 4.7 km and 4 stops. The planner estimates 13 minutes of travel and a standard estimated fare of ₹21. It uses 2 line sections with 1 interchange.

Route character

This route from Lal Quila to New Delhi 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 Indian War Memorial Museum with the area around New Delhi Railway Station (Ajmeri Gate).

This route's line signature is Violet Line (Lal Quila to Kashmere Gate), Yellow Line (Kashmere Gate to New Delhi). The first stations in travel order are Lal Quila, Kashmere Gate, Chandni Chowk, Chawri Bazar, New Delhi, 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 Lal Quila to Kashmere Gate towards Kashmere Gate. This section covers 1 stops.
  • Ride the Yellow Line from Kashmere Gate to New Delhi towards Millennium City Centre Gurugram. This section covers 3 stops.

Interchange guidance

  • Change lines inside Kashmere Gate. 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 Lal Quila

Lal Quila is metro station on the violet line.

Address / access area
Lal Quila Metro Station; access reference: Between Gate No.1 & 2 of Station; near Lajpat Rai Market
Parking
Not confirmed in the reviewed station data.
Accessibility reference
2 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: Indian War Memorial Museum, Freedom-Struggle Museum, Red Fort, Diwan-e-Aam.

Full Lal Quila station guideSource reviewed 20 August 2026

Destination station

Arriving at New Delhi

New Delhi is underground interchange station.

Address / access area
Bhavbhuti Marg, New Delhi, Delhi 110002
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: 5:35 AM to 11:41 PM.
DMRC First/Last Train Time tool for this station pair and direction.

Nearby: New Delhi Railway Station, Paharganj, Ajmeri Gate, Connaught Place.

Full New Delhi station guideSource reviewed 20 August 2026

Useful gate context

Lal Quila gates

Gate No. 4: Red Fort | Gate No. 3: Netaji Subhash Marg and Yamuna Bazar

New Delhi gates

Gate No. 4: Airport Line and Civic Centre | Gate No. 3: Kamla Market

Stations on this route

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

  1. Lal Quila
  2. Kashmere Gate
  3. Chandni Chowk
  4. Chawri Bazar
  5. New Delhi
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.

Fare Options

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

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Standard fare (QR ticket)

Standard estimated fare

Base

₹21

Smart card / NCMC fare

Estimated smart card fare

₹19

Discounted fare (off-peak / MJQRT)

Estimated fare where eligible

20% off

₹16.8

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the metro route from Lal Quila to New Delhi?

The metro route from Lal Quila to New Delhi has 5 stations, 4.7 km approximate distance and 1 interchange. Follow the station-by-station timeline for the complete route.

How much is the fare from Lal Quila to New Delhi?

The estimated standard fare for this route is ₹21.0. With a smart card or NCMC, the estimate is ₹19.0. The eligible off-peak/MJQRT estimate is ₹16.8. Operator eligibility rules and the final amount shown before payment take priority.

How long does it take from Lal Quila to New Delhi?

The estimated travel time is 13 minutes, including interchange time where applicable.

Which metro line should I board from Lal Quila?

Board the Violet Line from Lal Quila towards Kashmere Gate.

Where do I change metro between Lal Quila and New Delhi?

You need to change metro at Kashmere Gate on this route.

How many stations are there from Lal Quila to New Delhi?

There are 5 stations on the route from Lal Quila to New Delhi, including the starting and destination stations. This means there are 4 metro stops between the two stations.

Which metro lines are used from Lal Quila to New Delhi?

This route uses Violet Line, Yellow Line. Follow the route timeline to see where each line starts and where to change trains.

What are the stations between Lal Quila and New Delhi?

Stations on this route are Lal Quila, Kashmere Gate, Chandni Chowk, Chawri Bazar, New Delhi.

What kind of metro journey is Lal Quila to New Delhi?

Lal Quila to New Delhi 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 Lal Quila?

Lal Quila currently has reported gate references such as Gate No. 4 for Red Fort; Gate No. 3 for Netaji Subhash Marg and Yamuna Bazar. Station signboards and live gate operations should be treated as the final reference on the day of travel.

What is reported near New Delhi after this journey?

Reported nearby places around New Delhi include New Delhi Railway Station, Paharganj, Ajmeri Gate, Connaught Place. Use the station exit and gate boards to match your final destination after arriving.