Greater Kailash Lajpat Nagar Delhi Metro Route
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📍 Route Overview
The Greater Kailash to Lajpat Nagar metro route is one of Delhi Metro's efficient connections, spanning 8.6 km in approximately 19 minutes. Commuters travel through 7 stations via the Magenta Line, Violet Line lines. A train change at 1 interchange station is needed.
🗺️ Step-by-Step Station List
⏱ Distance & Travel Time
The total travel time from Greater Kailash to Lajpat Nagar by Delhi Metro is approximately 19 minutes, covering a distance of 8.6 km.
This route requires 1 interchange. Please allow an additional 3–5 minutes per interchange for platform change and waiting time. Total estimated journey time including interchange: approximately 23 minutes.
💰 Fare Details
The metro fare from Greater Kailash to Lajpat Nagar is calculated based on the distance of 8.6 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 interchange station 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 Greater Kailash and Lajpat Nagar, including both the start and end stations.
The metro fare from Greater Kailash to Lajpat Nagar 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 Greater Kailash to Lajpat Nagar takes approximately 19 minutes. If you include interchange wait time, allow 23 minutes total.
Yes — you need to change trains 1 time on this route. The step-by-step route above shows exactly where to change.
The metro route distance from Greater Kailash to Lajpat Nagar is approximately 8.6 km.
The first metro from Greater Kailash towards Lajpat Nagar 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 Greater Kailash to Lajpat Nagar (8.6 km) saves significant carbon emissions compared to road transport.
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