Botanical Garden Lal Quila Delhi Metro Route
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📍 Route Overview
The Botanical Garden to Lal Quila metro route is one of Delhi Metro's efficient connections, spanning 17 km in approximately 38 minutes. Commuters travel through 16 stations via the Blue Line, Violet Line lines. A train change at 1 interchange station is needed.
🗺️ Step-by-Step Station List
⏱ Distance & Travel Time
The total travel time from Botanical Garden to Lal Quila by Delhi Metro is approximately 38 minutes, covering a distance of 17 km.
This route requires 1 interchange. Please allow an additional 3–5 minutes per interchange for platform change and waiting time. Total estimated journey time including interchange: approximately 42 minutes.
💰 Fare Details
The metro fare from Botanical Garden to Lal Quila is calculated based on the distance of 17 km as per the DMRC fare chart (w.e.f. August 2025).
| Ticket Type | Fare | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Token / QR Code | ₹43 | Buy at counter, token machine, or DMRC app |
| Smart Card | ₹39 | 10% discount on token fare |
| Smart Card Off-Peak | ₹31 | 20% off (off-peak hours) |
| Holiday / Sunday | ₹43 | Same as token fare |
| Tourist Card (1 Day) | ₹200 | Unlimited rides — valid from first trip |
| Tourist Card (3 Days) | ₹500 | Unlimited rides for 3 consecutive days |
| Children (under 3 yrs) | Free | Must be accompanied by adult |
| ⚠️ Ticketless Penalty | ₹250 | Always carry a valid ticket |
🔄 Interchange Stations
You will need to change metro lines at the following interchange station on this journey:
🚇 Metro Lines & Train Timings
💡 Travel Tips
- Smart Card balance can be checked at any yellow card reader inside the station.
- Eating and drinking inside metro premises is strictly prohibited.
- Disabled-friendly lifts and ramps are available at all interchange stations.
- Use the last coach to exit near the escalator at most stations.
- At interchange stations, follow colour-coded signboards to find your next platform quickly.
- Download the official DMRC app for real-time train tracking, recharge, and travel updates.
🔍 Interactive Route Finder
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
There are 16 stations between Botanical Garden and Lal Quila, including both the start and end stations.
The metro fare from Botanical Garden to Lal Quila is ₹43 for a Token/QR Code ticket and ₹39 with a Smart Card (10% discount). Off-peak Smart Card fare is ₹31.
The metro journey from Botanical Garden to Lal Quila takes approximately 38 minutes. If you include interchange wait time, allow 42 minutes total.
Yes — you need to change trains 1 time on this route. The step-by-step route above shows exactly where to change.
The metro route distance from Botanical Garden to Lal Quila is approximately 17 km.
The first metro from Botanical Garden towards Lal Quila departs at approximately 5:30 AM and the last train is at 11:30 PM. Trains run every 3-6 minutes during peak hours.
🌱 Environmental Impact — Why Take the Metro?
Taking the Delhi Metro from Botanical Garden to Lal Quila (17 km) saves significant carbon emissions compared to road transport.
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