📍 Quick Answer:
Central Secretariat se Alpha 1 tak Delhi Metro mein
approximately 100 minutes lagte hain,
36 stations se guzarte hue.
Fare: ₹93 (Token) /
₹84 (Smart Card).
2 interchanges hain is route par.
📍 Route Overview
The Delhi Metro route from Central Secretariat to Alpha 1 covers approximately 43.6 km with a travel time of around 100 minutes. The journey passes through 36 stations and requires 2 interchanges.
This route uses the Violet Line, Blue Line, cross_network:SECTOR 52 NOIDA|SECTOR 51, Aqua Line lines of the Delhi Metro network, connecting these two stations efficiently across Delhi NCR.
सेंट्रल सेक्रेटेरिएट से अल्फा 1 — दिल्ली मेट्रो रूट, किराया और समय की पूरी जानकारी।
⏱ Distance & Travel Time
The total travel time from Central Secretariat to Alpha 1 by Delhi Metro is approximately 100 minutes, covering a distance of 43.6 km.
This route requires 2 interchanges. Please allow an additional 3–5 minutes per interchange for platform change and waiting time. Total estimated journey time including interchange: approximately 108 minutes.
📍 Central Secretariat → Alpha 1 Route Map
🗺️ Central Secretariat → Alpha 1 — Delhi Metro Route Map
💰 Fare Details
The metro fare from Central Secretariat to Alpha 1 is calculated based on the distance of 43.6 km as per the DMRC fare chart (w.e.f. August 2025).
| Ticket Type | Fare | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Token / QR Code | ₹93 | Buy at counter, token machine, or DMRC app |
| Smart Card | ₹84 | 10% discount on token fare |
| Smart Card Off-Peak | ₹67 | 20% off (off-peak hours) |
| Holiday / Sunday | ₹93 | 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 2 interchange stations on this journey:
Sector 52 Noida
— Alight from Blue Line
Platform 2
✓ · Board Aqua Line
Platform 2
✓ · 🚶 ~10 min walk
🚇 Metro Lines & Train Timings
🌅 First Train: 5:30 AM
🌙 Last Train: 11:30 PM
⏱ Frequency: 5–8 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.
📋 Journey Summary
Quick summary — Central Secretariat to Alpha 1: ₹93 fare, ~100 minutes, 36 stations via Violet Line and Blue Line and cross_network:SECTOR 52 NOIDA|SECTOR 51 and Aqua Line, 2 interchanges.
🚇 Related Metro Lines
🗺️ Step-by-Step Station List
Click (+) on any station for details
Mandi House
मंडी हाउस VIO
Platform 3
✓ → Towards KASHMERE GATE
🔄 Change Line: VIO → BLU
🚉 Get Down Here
VIO
Platform 3✓ → Towards Towards KASHMERE GATE
🚶 Walk ~5 min to next platform
🚆 Board Here
BLU
Platform 2✓ → Towards Towards NOIDA ELECTRONIC CITY
Sector 52 Noida
सेक्टर 52 नोएडा BLU
Platform 2
✓ → Towards NOIDA ELECTRONIC CITY
🔄 Change Line: BLU → AQU
🚉 Get Down Here
BLU
Platform 2✓ → Towards Towards NOIDA ELECTRONIC CITY
⛓ Walk ~10 min ·
🚆 Board Here
AQU
Platform 2✓ → Towards Towards DEPOT
📍 Nearby Routes from Central Secretariat
🔍 Interactive Route Finder
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions (25 questions)
The Delhi Metro route from Central Secretariat to Alpha 1 is via the Violet Line, Blue Line, cross_network:SECTOR 52 NOIDA|SECTOR 51 and Aqua Line. The journey covers 36 stations via the Violet Line, Blue Line, cross_network:SECTOR 52 NOIDA|SECTOR 51 and Aqua Line. Use the interactive route finder above to get step-by-step directions.
There are 36 stations between Central Secretariat and Alpha 1 by Delhi Metro (including both the source and destination stations).
The Delhi Metro journey from Central Secretariat to Alpha 1 takes approximately 100 minutes. This estimate does not include waiting time at interchange stations.
The Delhi Metro fare from Central Secretariat to Alpha 1 is ₹93 for a token and ₹84 with a Smart Card (10% discount). The off-peak Smart Card fare is ₹67.
The Delhi Metro route distance from Central Secretariat to Alpha 1 is approximately 43.6 km.
Using a Smart Card for the Central Secretariat to Alpha 1 journey saves ₹9 compared to a token. Smart Card: ₹84 vs Token: ₹93.
The first Delhi Metro train from Central Secretariat towards Alpha 1 departs at approximately 5:30 AM on the Violet Line.
The last Delhi Metro train from Central Secretariat towards Alpha 1 is at approximately 11:30 PM on the Violet Line. Plan your journey accordingly.
No. The Central Secretariat to Alpha 1 route requires 2 interchanges. Follow the colour-coded signboards.
Check the platform board at Central Secretariat for the train going towards Alpha 1. Platform Platform No. 4 heads towards Towards start (4). Platform Platform No. 3 heads towards Towards end (3).
The reverse journey from Alpha 1 to Central Secretariat takes the same time (~100 min) and distance (43.6 km). The fare is also ₹93 (token) / ₹84 (Smart Card).
The Central Secretariat to Alpha 1 route has 2 interchanges. See the step-by-step section above for which stations to change at.
The best time to travel from Central Secretariat to Alpha 1 is before 8:00 AM or after 8:30 PM on weekdays to avoid peak-hour crowds. Off-peak also gives a Smart Card discount.
No. Delhi Metro does not run at midnight. The last train from Central Secretariat towards Alpha 1 is at approximately 11:30 PM. For late-night travel, use pre-booked cabs or Delhi Night Bus.
Yes. Every Delhi Metro train on the Central Secretariat to Alpha 1 route has at least one dedicated women-only coach at the front of the train, marked with a pink colour band.
Stations on the Central Secretariat to Alpha 1 route have lifts, ramps, tactile paths, and wheelchair assistance. Contact the Station Master for dedicated support.
The official DMRC app "Delhi Metro Rail" (Android and iOS) shows real-time schedules, platform numbers, and route maps for the Central Secretariat to Alpha 1 journey.
The off-peak Smart Card fare from Central Secretariat to Alpha 1 is ₹67. Off-peak hours are before 8:00 AM and after 8:00 PM on weekdays, and all day on Sundays and public holidays.
Yes. A Smart Card saves ₹9 on the Central Secretariat to Alpha 1 route (₹84 vs ₹93 token). Smart Cards also skip the token queue and offer off-peak discounts.
Delhi Metro does not currently offer route-specific monthly passes for Central Secretariat to Alpha 1. A Smart Card at ₹84 per trip is the most economical regular commuting option.
By taking Delhi Metro instead of a car, you save approximately 3.9 kg of CO₂ on the Central Secretariat to Alpha 1 journey (43.6 km). Metro emits ~89g CO₂/passenger-km vs ~210g for a private car.
Smart Card passengers save ₹9 (10%) on the Central Secretariat to Alpha 1 route. Token/QR fare is ₹93; Smart Card fare is ₹84. Recharge at any Delhi Metro station or via the DMRC app.
Yes. Buy a QR code ticket via the DMRC Momentum 2.0 app or WhatsApp chatbot for your Central Secretariat to Alpha 1 trip. Scan it at the AFC gate at Central Secretariat to enter, then scan again at Alpha 1 to exit — valid for one journey, usually within 130 minutes.
Yes. On every train between Central Secretariat and Alpha 1, the first coach in the direction of travel is reserved for women, marked with pink signage. Men may travel in it only while accompanying a woman, child, or senior/differently-abled passenger.
Travelling from Central Secretariat to Alpha 1, let passengers exit before boarding, queue on the marked platform lines, stand right on escalators, avoid loud calls or music, and offer priority seats to those who need them — especially useful advice if you're changing lines en route.
💡 Smart Travel Tips — Central Secretariat to Alpha 1
⏰ Best Time to Travel
Avoid 8–10 AM and 5:30–8:30 PM peak hours.
Travel before 8 AM or after 9 PM for a comfortable 100-minute journey.
Sunday mornings are the least crowded.
💳 Smart Card Saves Money
Token fare: ₹93 ·
Smart Card: ₹84 (10% off)
Monthly savings: ₹3696 for daily commuters.
Monthly savings: ₹3696 for daily commuters.
🚇 Platform Tips
Board from the front coaches at interchange stations — closest to exits.
Off-peak Smart Card gives extra 20% discount before 8 AM and after 8 PM.
🌙 Last Train Alert
Last metro from Central Secretariat:
11:30 PM
Miss it? Book Ola/Uber from station exit or use DMRC helpline 155370.
Miss it? Book Ola/Uber from station exit or use DMRC helpline 155370.
🌱 Environmental Impact — Why Take the Metro?
Taking the Delhi Metro from Central Secretariat to Alpha 1 (43.6 km) saves significant carbon emissions compared to road transport.
0.7g
🚇 Metro CO₂
per journey
per journey
5.2g
🚗 Car CO₂
per journey
per journey
4.5g
✅ CO₂ Saved
vs Car
vs Car
₹9
💳 Smart Card
savings/trip
savings/trip
🌍 Metro vs Car: Taking the metro saves 4.5g 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 ₹9 (10% discount) on every trip.
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