Botanical Garden Rajiv Chowk Delhi Metro Route
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📍 Route Overview
The Botanical Garden to Rajiv Chowk metro route is one of Delhi Metro's efficient connections, spanning 12.7 km in approximately 29 minutes. Commuters travel through 14 stations via the Blue Line line. No train change is required for this journey.
🗺️ Step-by-Step Station List
⏱ Distance & Travel Time
The total travel time from Botanical Garden to Rajiv Chowk by Delhi Metro is approximately 29 minutes, covering a distance of 12.7 km.
💰 Fare Details
The metro fare from Botanical Garden to Rajiv Chowk is calculated based on the distance of 12.7 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 |
🚇 Metro Lines & Train Timings
💡 Travel Tips
- Trains run every 2–4 minutes during peak hours on major lines.
- DMRC prepaid auto counters inside stations offer fair, fixed-rate rides.
- Keep luggage to carry-on size — bags over 60 cm are chargeable.
- Lost property can be reported at the nearest station master office.
- Download the official DMRC app for real-time train tracking, recharge, and travel updates.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
There are 14 stations between Botanical Garden and Rajiv Chowk, including both the start and end stations.
The metro fare from Botanical Garden to Rajiv Chowk 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 Rajiv Chowk takes approximately 29 minutes. If you include interchange wait time, allow 29 minutes total.
No — Botanical Garden to Rajiv Chowk is a direct route on a single metro line. No train change is required.
The metro route distance from Botanical Garden to Rajiv Chowk is approximately 12.7 km.
The first metro from Botanical Garden towards Rajiv Chowk 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 Rajiv Chowk (12.7 km) saves significant carbon emissions compared to road transport.
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