Chirag Delhi South Extension Delhi Metro Route
⇄ Reverse Route
📍 Route Overview
The Delhi Metro route from Chirag Delhi to South Extension covers approximately 6.3 km with a travel time of around 23 minutes. The journey passes through 7 stations and requires 2 interchanges.
This route uses the Magenta Line, Yellow Line, Pink Line lines of the Delhi Metro network, connecting these two stations efficiently across Delhi NCR.
🗺️ Step-by-Step Station List
⏱ Distance & Travel Time
The total travel time from Chirag Delhi to South Extension by Delhi Metro is approximately 23 minutes, covering a distance of 6.3 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 31 minutes.
💰 Fare Details
The metro fare from Chirag Delhi to South Extension is calculated based on the distance of 6.3 km as per the DMRC fare chart (w.e.f. August 2025).
| Ticket Type | Fare | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Token / QR Code | ₹32 | Buy at counter, token machine, or DMRC app |
| Smart Card | ₹29 | 10% discount on token fare |
| Smart Card Off-Peak | ₹23 | 20% off (off-peak hours) |
| Holiday / Sunday | ₹32 | 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:
🚇 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.
- 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 7 stations between Chirag Delhi and South Extension, including both the start and end stations.
The metro fare from Chirag Delhi to South Extension is ₹32 for a Token/QR Code ticket and ₹29 with a Smart Card (10% discount). Off-peak Smart Card fare is ₹23.
The metro journey from Chirag Delhi to South Extension takes approximately 23 minutes. If you include interchange wait time, allow 31 minutes total.
Yes — you need to change trains 2 times on this route. The step-by-step route above shows exactly where to change.
The metro route distance from Chirag Delhi to South Extension is approximately 6.3 km.
The first metro from Chirag Delhi towards South Extension departs at approximately 5:30 AM and the last train is at 11:30 PM. Trains run every 4-7 minutes during peak hours.
🌱 Environmental Impact — Why Take the Metro?
Taking the Delhi Metro from Chirag Delhi to South Extension (6.3 km) saves significant carbon emissions compared to road transport.
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