Central Secretariat Kalkaji Mandir Delhi Metro Route
⇄ Reverse Route📍 Route Overview
The Central Secretariat to Kalkaji Mandir metro route is one of Delhi Metro's efficient connections, spanning 12.4 km in approximately 18 minutes. Commuters travel through 9 stations via the Violet Line line. No train change is required for this journey.
🗺️ Step-by-Step Station List
⏱ Distance & Travel Time
The total travel time from Central Secretariat to Kalkaji Mandir by Delhi Metro is approximately 18 minutes, covering a distance of 12.4 km.
💰 Fare Details
The metro fare from Central Secretariat to Kalkaji Mandir is calculated based on the distance of 12.4 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
- Avoid peak hours (8–10 AM and 5–8 PM) for a more comfortable commute.
- Recharge your Smart Card to get 10% discount on every trip.
- Stand to the right on escalators so others can walk past on the left.
- Keep your metro token or card ready before reaching the exit gates.
- Download the official DMRC app for real-time train tracking, recharge, and travel updates.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
There are 9 stations between Central Secretariat and Kalkaji Mandir, including both the start and end stations.
The metro fare from Central Secretariat to Kalkaji Mandir 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 Central Secretariat to Kalkaji Mandir takes approximately 18 minutes. If you include interchange wait time, allow 18 minutes total.
No — Central Secretariat to Kalkaji Mandir is a direct route on a single metro line. No train change is required.
The metro route distance from Central Secretariat to Kalkaji Mandir is approximately 12.4 km.
The first metro from Central Secretariat towards Kalkaji Mandir departs at approximately 5:30 AM and the last train is at 11:30 PM. Trains run every 4-7 minutes during peak hours.
🔗 Related Metro Routes
Central Secretariat Metro Station Kalkaji Mandir Metro Station