Botanical Garden Lal Quila Delhi Metro Route

⇄ Reverse Route
📍 Quick Answer: Botanical Garden se Lal Quila tak Delhi Metro mein approximately 38 minutes lagte hain, 16 stations se guzarte hue. Fare: ₹43 (Token) / ₹39 (Smart Card). 1 interchange hain is route par.
💰 ₹43 Token
💳 ₹39 Smart Card
⏱ 38 min
🚉 16 stations
📍 17 km
🔄 1 interchange
🌅 First: 5:30 AM
🌙 Last: 11:30 PM

📍 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

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Botanical Garden BLU Platform 1 → Towards DWARKA SECTOR 21
Noida Sector 18 BLU Platform 1 → Towards DWARKA SECTOR 21
Noida Sector 16 BLU Platform 1 → Towards DWARKA SECTOR 21
Noida Sector 15 BLU Platform 1 → Towards DWARKA SECTOR 21
New Ashok Nagar BLU Platform 1 → Towards DWARKA SECTOR 21
Mayur Vihar Extension BLU Platform 1 → Towards DWARKA SECTOR 21
Mayur Vihar-i BLU Platform 1 → Towards DWARKA SECTOR 21
Akshardham BLU Platform 2 → Towards DWARKA SECTOR 21
Yamuna Bank BLU Platform 2 → Towards DWARKA SECTOR 21
Indraprastha BLU Platform 1 → Towards DWARKA SECTOR 21
Supreme Court BLU Platform 1 → Towards DWARKA SECTOR 21
Mandi House BLU Platform 1 → Towards DWARKA SECTOR 21
🔄 Change: Blue LineViolet Line · Walk ~5 min
Ito VIO Platform 2 → Towards KASHMERE GATE
Delhi Gate VIO Platform 2 → Towards KASHMERE GATE
Jama Masjid VIO Platform 2 → Towards KASHMERE GATE
Lal Quila VIO Platform 2 → Towards KASHMERE GATE

⏱ 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 TypeFareNotes
Token / QR Code₹43Buy at counter, token machine, or DMRC app
Smart Card₹3910% discount on token fare
Smart Card Off-Peak₹3120% off (off-peak hours)
Holiday / Sunday₹43Same as token fare
Tourist Card (1 Day)₹200Unlimited rides — valid from first trip
Tourist Card (3 Days)₹500Unlimited rides for 3 consecutive days
Children (under 3 yrs)FreeMust be accompanied by adult
⚠️ Ticketless Penalty₹250Always carry a valid ticket

🔄 Interchange Stations

You will need to change metro lines at the following interchange station on this journey:

Mandi House — Alight from Blue Line Platform 1 · Board Violet Line Platform 3 · 🚶 ~5 min walk

🚇 Metro Lines & Train Timings

🌅 First Train: 5:30 AM
🌙 Last Train: 11:30 PM
⏱ Frequency: 3-6 minutes
🌅 First Train: 5:30 AM
🌙 Last Train: 11:30 PM
⏱ Frequency: 4-7 minutes

💡 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.

0.3g
🚇 Metro CO₂
per journey
2g
🚗 Car CO₂
per journey
1.7g
✅ CO₂ Saved
vs Car
₹4
💳 Smart Card
savings/trip
🌍 Metro vs Car: Taking the metro saves 1.7g CO₂ on this journey. Delhi Metro's electric fleet runs on ~30% renewable energy, making it one of India's greenest transit systems.  · 💳 Use a Smart Card to save an additional ₹4 (10% discount) on every trip.

Botanical Garden Metro Station Lal Quila Metro Station