Dwarka sector 21 Lal Quila Metro Route

⇄ Reverse Route
💰 ₹54 Token
💳 ₹49 Smart Card
⏱ 51 min
🚉 10 stations
📍 25.5 km
🔄 2 interchanges

📍 Route Overview

The Delhi Metro route from Dwarka sector 21 to Lal Quila covers approximately 25.5 km with a travel time of approximately 51 minutes. The journey passes through 10 stations and requires 2 interchanges.

🚇 Metro Lines Used

Orange Line
🌅 First Train: 4:45 AM
🌙 Last Train: 11:30 PM
⏱ Frequency: 10-20 minutes
Yellow Line
🌅 First Train: 5:15 AM
🌙 Last Train: 11:45 PM
⏱ Frequency: 3-5 minutes
Violet Line
🌅 First Train: 5:30 AM
🌙 Last Train: 11:30 PM
⏱ Frequency: 4-7 minutes

💰 Fare Information

Ticket TypeFareNotes
Token / QR Code₹54Buy at counter or token machine
Smart Card₹4910% discount on token fare
Smart Card Off-Peak₹3920% discount (off-peak hours)
Holiday / Sunday₹54Same as token fare
Tourist Card (1 Day)₹200Unlimited travel for 1 day
Tourist Card (3 Days)₹500Unlimited travel for 3 days

🗺️ Step-by-Step Route — Station List

Dwarka sector 21 ORG Platform 2 → Towards NEW DELHI
Airport T3 ORG Platform 3 → Towards NEW DELHI
Delhi Aerocity ORG Platform 2 → Towards NEW DELHI
Dhaula Kuan ORG Platform 2 → Towards NEW DELHI
Shivaji Stadium ORG Platform 2 → Towards NEW DELHI
New Delhi ORG Platform 1 → Towards NEW DELHI
Chawri Bazar YEL Platform 2 → Towards SAMAYPUR BADLI
Chandni Chowk YEL Platform 2 → Towards SAMAYPUR BADLI
Kashmere Gate YEL Platform 2 → Towards SAMAYPUR BADLI
Lal Quila VIO Platform 1 → Towards RAJA NAHAR SINGH

🔄 Interchange Stations

New Delhi — Change from Orange Line to Yellow Line
Kashmere Gate — Change from Yellow Line to Violet Line

💡 Travel Tips

  • Buy a Smart Card to save 10% on every journey.
  • Keep your Smart Card balance above ₹50 to avoid rejection at the gate.
  • Download the Delhi Metro Rail app for real-time updates.
  • Avoid peak hours (8–10 AM and 5–8 PM) for a comfortable journey.
  • At interchange stations, follow the signboards carefully — they are colour-coded by metro line.

🔍 Interactive Route Finder

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🗺️ Complete Journey Guide: Dwarka sector 21 to Lal Quila

Travelling from Dwarka sector 21 to Lal Quila by Delhi Metro covers 25.5 km across 10 stations in approximately 51 minutes. This journey requires 2 interchanges. Follow the colour-coded signboards inside the station to reach the correct platform for your connecting train.

The token fare is ₹54 and Smart Card fare is ₹49 (10% discount). Dwarka sector 21 is an elevated station. Lal Quila is an underground station. The first train on this route departs around 4:45 AM and the last train runs till approximately 11:30 PM.

Interchange guide: At New Delhi, alight from the Orange Line (Platform 1) and board the Yellow Line (Platform 2). At Kashmere Gate, alight from the Yellow Line (Platform 2) and board the Violet Line (Platform 5).

💡 Passenger Tips for This Route

💳 Use Smart Card
Save ₹5 on this trip. Load ₹500+ for best value.
⏰ Off-Peak Travel
Travel before 8 AM or after 9 PM for 20% extra Smart Card discount.
🚉 Board Correctly
Check platform direction before boarding — 10 stations, 25.5 km journey.
🔄 Interchange
Follow colour-coded signs. Allow 3–5 min for platform change at interchange.
📱 DMRC App
Download official DMRC app for real-time train tracking and Smart Card recharge.
🎫 Tourist Card
Visiting Delhi? ₹200/day or ₹500/3-day unlimited travel card available.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many stations are there from Dwarka sector 21 to Lal Quila?

There are 10 stations between Dwarka sector 21 and Lal Quila, covering a distance of 25.5 km.

What is the metro fare from Dwarka sector 21 to Lal Quila?

Token/QR fare: ₹54. Smart Card fare: ₹49 (10% discount). Off-peak Smart Card: ₹39 (20% discount). Tourist Card: ₹200/day unlimited or ₹500 for 3 days.

How long does the metro take from Dwarka sector 21 to Lal Quila?

The journey takes approximately 51 minutes covering 25.5 km across 10 stations with 2 interchanges.

Is there a direct metro from Dwarka sector 21 to Lal Quila?

No direct route — this journey requires 2 interchanges. Change trains at New Delhi, Kashmere Gate.

What is the first and last metro from Dwarka sector 21 to Lal Quila?

Orange Line: First train 4:45 AM, last train 11:30 PM, every 10-20 minutes. Yellow Line: First train 5:15 AM, last train 11:45 PM, every 3-5 minutes. Violet Line: First train 5:30 AM, last train 11:30 PM, every 4-7 minutes.

Which metro line goes from Dwarka sector 21 to Lal Quila?

This route uses the Orange Line and Yellow Line and Violet Line. You need to change trains at New Delhi, Kashmere Gate.