Journey type
Interchange route
Journey summary
Welcome to Lajpat Nagar
Line-by-line directions for this trip
Interchange routeMulti-line journey
Travelling from Welcome to Lajpat Nagar on the Delhi Metro takes approximately 40 minutes covering 14 stations and 2 interchanges. The standard token fare is ₹43 (or ₹39 with a Smart Card).
Travel Time
40 min
Standard Fare
₹43
Smart Card
₹39
Interchanges
2
Total Stations
14
Distance
17.2 km
First and last train times use reported Welcome timing data. Direction-wise timing can vary by line and destination.
Route plan
Start on Red Line towards Rithala from Welcome. Change 2 times before reaching Lajpat Nagar.
Useful for comparing a full metro journey across multiple connected lines in the Delhi NCR network.
This route connects the area around Jheel Park with the area around Babu Park.
Red LineBoard for 3 stations
Towards Rithala
Welcome to Kashmere Gate
Change to Yellow Line at Kashmere Gate
Yellow LineContinue for 6 stations
Towards Millennium City Centre Gurugram
Kashmere Gate to Central Secretariat
Change to Violet Line at Central Secretariat
Violet LineContinue for 4 stations
Towards Raja Nahar Singh (Ballabhgarh)
Central Secretariat to Lajpat Nagar
Route at a glance
Calculated network summary
This summary is calculated for Welcome to Lajpat Nagarfrom the ordered station and line graph used by the planner.
Lines used
Red Line → Yellow Line → Violet Line
Network changes
2 interchanges
Interchange sequence: Kashmere Gate → Central Secretariat.
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
Red LineBoard for 3 stationsTowards Rithala
Welcome
Start journey on Red Line towards Rithala
Kashmere Gate
Change to Yellow Line
Yellow LineContinue for 6 stationsTowards Millennium City Centre Gurugram
Violet LineContinue for 4 stationsTowards Raja Nahar Singh (Ballabhgarh)
Destination station
Lajpat Nagar
Violet LinePink Line
Parking
Recorded as available
ATM
Recorded as available
Toilet
Recorded as available
Lift
Recorded as available
Escalator
Recorded as available
Nearby places
Babu Park, Lajpat Nagar Colony Hospital, Shri Keemti Lal Ji Park, Central Market
Useful exits
- Gate No. 5 (Pink Line): Block 1, Lajpat Nagar III
- Gate No. 3: Defence Colony
- Gate No. 2: Lajpat Nagar Market
Accessibility information
- Lift No.3: Near Gate No.1 of the Station; towards Lajpat Nagar-2 (A-Block)
- Lift No.4: Near Gate No.3 of the Station; towards Defence Colony
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
8 stationsATM
13 stationsToilet
14 stationsJourney overview
This calculated journey covers approximately 17.2 km and 13 stops. The planner estimates 40 minutes of travel and a standard estimated fare of ₹43. It uses 3 line sections with 2 interchanges.
Route character
This route from Welcome to Lajpat Nagar crosses 3 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.
Multi-line journey: Useful for comparing a full metro journey across multiple connected lines in the Delhi NCR network.
This route connects the area around Jheel Park with the area around Babu Park.
This route's line signature is Red Line (Welcome to Kashmere Gate), Yellow Line (Kashmere Gate to Central Secretariat), Violet Line (Central Secretariat to Lajpat Nagar). The first stations in travel order are Welcome, Seelampur, Shastri Park, Kashmere Gate, Chandni Chowk, Chawri Bazar, 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 Red Line from Welcome to Kashmere Gate towards Rithala. This section covers 3 stops.
- Ride the Yellow Line from Kashmere Gate to Central Secretariat towards Millennium City Centre Gurugram. This section covers 6 stops.
- Ride the Violet Line from Central Secretariat to Lajpat Nagar towards Raja Nahar Singh (Ballabhgarh). This section covers 4 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.
- Change lines inside Central Secretariat. 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 Welcome
Welcome is interchange station serving red line and pink line.
- Address / access area
- Welcome Metro Station; access reference: From GT Road side towards Delhi
- Parking
- Listed as available; confirm live access and vehicle rules.
- Accessibility reference
- 2 published accessible entry or gate references; verify live lift and gate status.
- Station hours / first and last train
- Published station hours: 5:45 AM to 11:59 PM.
- DMRC First/Last Train Time tool for this station pair and direction.
Nearby: Jheel Park, Shahdara Terminal, kardampuri, Vikas Mall.
Destination station
Arriving at Lajpat Nagar
Lajpat Nagar is interchange station serving violet line and pink line.
- Address / access area
- Lajpat Nagar Metro Station; access reference: Near Gate No.1 of the Station; towards Lajpat Nagar-2 (A-Block)
- 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
- DMRC First/Last Train Time tool for this station pair and direction.
Nearby: Babu Park, Lajpat Nagar Colony Hospital, Shri Keemti Lal Ji Park, Central Market.
Useful gate context
Welcome gates
Gate No. 1: Towards GT Road | Gate No. 2 (Pink Line): Towards GT Road
Lajpat Nagar gates
Gate No. 5 (Pink Line): Block 1, Lajpat Nagar III | Gate No. 3: Defence Colony
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
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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 fareStandard fare (QR ticket)
Standard estimated fare
₹43
Smart card / NCMC fare
Estimated smart card fare
₹39
Discounted fare (off-peak / MJQRT)
Estimated fare where eligible
₹34.4
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the metro route from Welcome to Lajpat Nagar?
The metro route from Welcome to Lajpat Nagar has 14 stations, 17.2 km approximate distance and 2 interchanges. Follow the station-by-station timeline for the complete route.
How much is the fare from Welcome to Lajpat Nagar?
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 Welcome to Lajpat Nagar?
The estimated travel time is 40 minutes, including interchange time where applicable.
Which metro line should I board from Welcome?
Board the Red Line from Welcome towards Rithala.
Where do I change metro between Welcome and Lajpat Nagar?
You need to change metro at Kashmere Gate, Central Secretariat on this route.
How many stations are there from Welcome to Lajpat Nagar?
There are 14 stations on the route from Welcome to Lajpat Nagar, including the starting and destination stations. This means there are 13 metro stops between the two stations.
Which metro lines are used from Welcome to Lajpat Nagar?
This route uses Red Line, Yellow Line, Violet Line. Follow the route timeline to see where each line starts and where to change trains.
What are the stations between Welcome and Lajpat Nagar?
Stations on this route are Welcome, Seelampur, Shastri Park, Kashmere Gate, Chandni Chowk, Chawri Bazar, New Delhi, Rajiv Chowk, Patel Chowk, Central Secretariat, Khan Market, Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Jangpura, Lajpat Nagar.
What kind of metro journey is Welcome to Lajpat Nagar?
Welcome to Lajpat Nagar is best described here as a multi-line journey. Useful for comparing a full metro journey across multiple connected lines in the Delhi NCR network.
Which gate can help when starting from Welcome?
Welcome currently has reported gate references such as Gate No. 1 for Towards GT Road; Gate No. 2 (Pink Line) for Towards GT Road. Station signboards and live gate operations should be treated as the final reference on the day of travel.
What is reported near Lajpat Nagar after this journey?
Reported nearby places around Lajpat Nagar include Babu Park, Lajpat Nagar Colony Hospital, Shri Keemti Lal Ji Park, Central Market. Use the station exit and gate boards to match your final destination after arriving.