Janpath Lal Quila Delhi Metro Route
⇄ Reverse Route
📍 Route Overview
The Delhi Metro route from Janpath to Lal Quila covers approximately 7.8 km with a travel time of around 12 minutes. The journey passes through 6 stations on a single direct line — no interchange needed.
This route uses the Violet Line line 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 Janpath to Lal Quila by Delhi Metro is approximately 12 minutes, covering a distance of 7.8 km.
💰 Fare Details
The metro fare from Janpath to Lal Quila is calculated based on the distance of 7.8 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 |
🚇 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.
- Download the official DMRC app for real-time train tracking, recharge, and travel updates.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
There are 6 stations between Janpath and Lal Quila, including both the start and end stations.
The metro fare from Janpath to Lal Quila 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 Janpath to Lal Quila takes approximately 12 minutes. If you include interchange wait time, allow 12 minutes total.
No — Janpath to Lal Quila is a direct route on a single metro line. No train change is required.
The metro route distance from Janpath to Lal Quila is approximately 7.8 km.
The first metro from Janpath towards Lal Quila 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 Janpath to Lal Quila (7.8 km) saves significant carbon emissions compared to road transport.
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