Lajpat Nagar Akshardham Delhi Metro Route
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📍 Route Overview
The Lajpat Nagar to Akshardham metro route is one of Delhi Metro's efficient connections, spanning 4.9 km in approximately 16 minutes. Commuters travel through 6 stations via the Pink Line, Blue Line lines. A train change at 1 interchange station is needed.
🗺️ Step-by-Step Station List
⏱ Distance & Travel Time
The total travel time from Lajpat Nagar to Akshardham by Delhi Metro is approximately 16 minutes, covering a distance of 4.9 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 20 minutes.
💰 Fare Details
The metro fare from Lajpat Nagar to Akshardham is calculated based on the distance of 4.9 km as per the DMRC fare chart (w.e.f. August 2025).
| Ticket Type | Fare | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Token / QR Code | ₹21 | Buy at counter, token machine, or DMRC app |
| Smart Card | ₹19 | 10% discount on token fare |
| Smart Card Off-Peak | ₹15 | 20% off (off-peak hours) |
| Holiday / Sunday | ₹21 | 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 6 stations between Lajpat Nagar and Akshardham, including both the start and end stations.
The metro fare from Lajpat Nagar to Akshardham is ₹21 for a Token/QR Code ticket and ₹19 with a Smart Card (10% discount). Off-peak Smart Card fare is ₹15.
The metro journey from Lajpat Nagar to Akshardham takes approximately 16 minutes. If you include interchange wait time, allow 20 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 Lajpat Nagar to Akshardham is approximately 4.9 km.
The first metro from Lajpat Nagar towards Akshardham departs at approximately 5:00 AM and the last train is at 11:30 PM. Trains run every 4-6 minutes during peak hours.
🌱 Environmental Impact — Why Take the Metro?
Taking the Delhi Metro from Lajpat Nagar to Akshardham (4.9 km) saves significant carbon emissions compared to road transport.
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