Kalkaji Mandir Rajiv Chowk Delhi Metro Route
⇄ Reverse Route
📍 Route Overview
The Delhi Metro route from Kalkaji Mandir to Rajiv Chowk covers approximately 14.3 km with a travel time of around 28 minutes. The journey passes through 11 stations and requires 1 interchange.
This route uses the Violet Line, Yellow 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 Kalkaji Mandir to Rajiv Chowk by Delhi Metro is approximately 28 minutes, covering a distance of 14.3 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 32 minutes.
💰 Fare Details
The metro fare from Kalkaji Mandir to Rajiv Chowk is calculated based on the distance of 14.3 km as per the DMRC fare chart (w.e.f. August 2025).
| Ticket Type | Fare | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Token / QR Code | ₹43 | Buy at counter, token machine, or DMRC app |
| Smart Card | ₹39 | 10% discount on token fare |
| Smart Card Off-Peak | ₹31 | 20% off (off-peak hours) |
| Holiday / Sunday | ₹43 | 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
- Check the direction board carefully at interchange stations.
- Women-only coaches are at the front of every Delhi Metro train.
- Download the official DMRC app for real-time train tracking and recharge.
- Token machines accept ₹10, ₹20, ₹50 and ₹100 notes and coins.
- 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 11 stations between Kalkaji Mandir and Rajiv Chowk, including both the start and end stations.
The metro fare from Kalkaji Mandir to Rajiv Chowk is ₹43 for a Token/QR Code ticket and ₹39 with a Smart Card (10% discount). Off-peak Smart Card fare is ₹31.
The metro journey from Kalkaji Mandir to Rajiv Chowk takes approximately 28 minutes. If you include interchange wait time, allow 32 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 Kalkaji Mandir to Rajiv Chowk is approximately 14.3 km.
The first metro from Kalkaji Mandir towards Rajiv Chowk 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 Kalkaji Mandir to Rajiv Chowk (14.3 km) saves significant carbon emissions compared to road transport.
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