📍 Quick Answer:
Delhi Aerocity se Lajpat Nagar tak Delhi Metro mein
approximately 45 minutes lagte hain,
11 stations se guzarte hue.
Fare: ₹86 (Token) /
₹78 (Smart Card).
2 interchanges hain is route par.
📍 Route Overview
The Delhi Aerocity to Lajpat Nagar metro route is one of Delhi Metro's efficient connections, spanning 21.7 km in approximately 45 minutes. Commuters travel through 11 stations via the Orange Line, Yellow Line, Violet Line lines. A train change at 2 interchange stations is needed.
दिल्ली एयरोसिटी से लाजपत नगर — दिल्ली मेट्रो रूट, किराया और समय की पूरी जानकारी।
⏱ Distance & Travel Time
The total travel time from Delhi Aerocity to Lajpat Nagar by Delhi Metro is approximately 45 minutes, covering a distance of 21.7 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 53 minutes.
📍 Delhi Aerocity → Lajpat Nagar Route Map
🗺️ Delhi Aerocity → Lajpat Nagar — Delhi Metro Route Map
💰 Fare Details
The metro fare from Delhi Aerocity to Lajpat Nagar is calculated based on the distance of 21.7 km as per the DMRC fare chart (w.e.f. August 2025).
| Ticket Type | Fare | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Token / QR Code | ₹86 | Buy at counter, token machine, or DMRC app |
| Smart Card | ₹78 | 10% discount on token fare |
| Smart Card Off-Peak | ₹62 | 20% off (off-peak hours) |
| Holiday / Sunday | ₹86 | 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:
Central Secretariat
— Alight from Yellow Line
Platform 1
✓ · Board Violet Line
Platform 3
✓ · 🚶 ~5 min walk
🚇 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.
📋 Journey Summary
The Delhi Aerocity–Lajpat Nagar journey covers 11 stations on Orange Line and Yellow Line and Violet Line in about 45 minutes (2 interchanges), fare ₹86.
🚇 Related Metro Lines
🗺️ Step-by-Step Station List
Click (+) on any station for details
New Delhi
नई दिल्ली ORG
Platform 1
✓ → Towards NEW DELHI
🔄 Change Line: ORG → YEL
🚉 Get Down Here
ORG
Platform 1✓ → Towards Towards NEW DELHI
🚶 Walk ~5 min to next platform
🚆 Board Here
YEL
Platform 1✓ → Towards Towards HUDA CITY CENTRE
Central Secretariat
सेंट्रल सेक्रेटेरिएट YEL
Platform 1
✓ → Towards HUDA CITY CENTRE
🔄 Change Line: YEL → VIO
🚉 Get Down Here
YEL
Platform 1✓ → Towards Towards HUDA CITY CENTRE
🚶 Walk ~5 min to next platform
🚆 Board Here
VIO
Platform 3✓ → Towards Towards RAJA NAHAR SINGH
📍 Nearby Routes from Delhi Aerocity
🔍 Interactive Route Finder
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions (25 questions)
The Delhi Metro route from Delhi Aerocity to Lajpat Nagar is via the Orange Line, Yellow Line and Violet Line. The journey covers 11 stations via the Orange Line, Yellow Line and Violet Line. Use the interactive route finder above to get step-by-step directions.
There are 11 stations between Delhi Aerocity and Lajpat Nagar by Delhi Metro (including both the source and destination stations).
The Delhi Metro journey from Delhi Aerocity to Lajpat Nagar takes approximately 45 minutes. This estimate does not include waiting time at interchange stations.
The Delhi Metro fare from Delhi Aerocity to Lajpat Nagar is ₹86 for a token and ₹78 with a Smart Card (10% discount). The off-peak Smart Card fare is ₹62.
Yes — you need to change trains at 2 interchange stations. See the step-by-step route above.
The Delhi Metro route distance from Delhi Aerocity to Lajpat Nagar is approximately 21.7 km.
Using a Smart Card for the Delhi Aerocity to Lajpat Nagar journey saves ₹8 compared to a token. Smart Card: ₹78 vs Token: ₹86.
The first Delhi Metro train from Delhi Aerocity towards Lajpat Nagar departs at approximately 4:45 AM on the Orange Line.
No. The Delhi Aerocity to Lajpat Nagar route requires 2 interchanges. Follow the colour-coded signboards.
The reverse journey from Lajpat Nagar to Delhi Aerocity takes the same time (~45 min) and distance (21.7 km). The fare is also ₹86 (token) / ₹78 (Smart Card).
The best time to travel from Delhi Aerocity to Lajpat Nagar 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.
Use the Delhi Metro Route Finder on this page: enter Delhi Aerocity as source and Lajpat Nagar as destination for the optimal route, station count, travel time, fare, and interchange details.
No. Delhi Metro does not run at midnight. The last train from Delhi Aerocity towards Lajpat Nagar is at approximately 11:30 PM. For late-night travel, use pre-booked cabs or Delhi Night Bus.
Delhi Metro allows luggage up to 25 kg or 60 cm × 45 cm × 25 cm free of charge on the Delhi Aerocity to Lajpat Nagar route. Oversized items may be restricted. All bags go through X-ray at entry.
Delhi Metro is one of the safest transit systems in India. The Delhi Aerocity to Lajpat Nagar route is covered by CISF security, CCTV at all stations, and dedicated women-only coaches on every train.
Yes. Every Delhi Metro train on the Delhi Aerocity to Lajpat Nagar route has at least one dedicated women-only coach at the front of the train, marked with a pink colour band.
Stations on the Delhi Aerocity to Lajpat Nagar route have lifts, ramps, tactile paths, and wheelchair assistance. Contact the Station Master for dedicated support.
The off-peak Smart Card fare from Delhi Aerocity to Lajpat Nagar is ₹62. 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 ₹8 on the Delhi Aerocity to Lajpat Nagar route (₹78 vs ₹86 token). Smart Cards also skip the token queue and offer off-peak discounts.
Bicycles are permitted on select routes during off-peak hours (before 8 AM and after 8 PM on weekdays, all day weekends) at no extra charge, subject to space availability.
Delhi Metro does not currently offer route-specific monthly passes for Delhi Aerocity to Lajpat Nagar. A Smart Card at ₹78 per trip is the most economical regular commuting option.
By taking Delhi Metro instead of a car, you save approximately 1.9 kg of CO₂ on the Delhi Aerocity to Lajpat Nagar journey (21.7 km). Metro emits ~89g CO₂/passenger-km vs ~210g for a private car.
Smart Card passengers save ₹8 (10%) on the Delhi Aerocity to Lajpat Nagar route. Token/QR fare is ₹86; Smart Card fare is ₹78. 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 Delhi Aerocity to Lajpat Nagar trip. Scan it at the AFC gate at Delhi Aerocity to enter, then scan again at Lajpat Nagar to exit — valid for one journey, usually within 130 minutes.
Travelling from Delhi Aerocity to Lajpat Nagar, 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 — Delhi Aerocity to Lajpat Nagar
⏰ 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 45-minute journey.
Sunday mornings are the least crowded.
💳 Smart Card Saves Money
Token fare: ₹86 ·
Smart Card: ₹78 (10% off)
Monthly savings: ₹3432 for daily commuters.
Monthly savings: ₹3432 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 Delhi Aerocity:
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 Delhi Aerocity to Lajpat Nagar (21.7 km) saves significant carbon emissions compared to road transport.
0.4g
🚇 Metro CO₂
per journey
per journey
2.6g
🚗 Car CO₂
per journey
per journey
2.2g
✅ CO₂ Saved
vs Car
vs Car
₹8
💳 Smart Card
savings/trip
savings/trip
🌍 Metro vs Car: Taking the metro saves 2.2g 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 ₹8 (10% discount) on every trip.
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