📍 Quick Answer:
Lajpat Nagar se South Extension tak Delhi Metro mein
approximately 5 minutes lagte hain,
2 stations se guzarte hue.
Fare: ₹11 (Token) /
₹10 (Smart Card).
📍 Route Overview
The Delhi Metro route from Lajpat Nagar to South Extension covers approximately 1 km with a travel time of around 5 minutes. The journey passes through 2 stations on a single direct line — no interchange needed.
This route uses the Pink Line line of the Delhi Metro network, connecting these two stations efficiently across Delhi NCR.
लाजपत नगर से साउथ एक्सटेंशन — दिल्ली मेट्रो रूट, किराया और समय की पूरी जानकारी।
⏱ Distance & Travel Time
The total travel time from Lajpat Nagar to South Extension by Delhi Metro is approximately 5 minutes, covering a distance of 1 km.
📍 Lajpat Nagar → South Extension Route Map
🗺️ Lajpat Nagar → South Extension — Delhi Metro Route Map
💰 Fare Details
The metro fare from Lajpat Nagar to South Extension is calculated based on the distance of 1 km as per the DMRC fare chart (w.e.f. August 2025).
| Ticket Type | Fare | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Token / QR Code | ₹11 | Buy at counter, token machine, or DMRC app |
| Smart Card | ₹10 | 10% discount on token fare |
| Smart Card Off-Peak | ₹8 | 20% off (off-peak hours) |
| Holiday / Sunday | ₹11 | 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
- 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.
- Download the official DMRC app for real-time train tracking, recharge, and travel updates.
📋 Journey Summary
Quick summary — Lajpat Nagar to South Extension: ₹11 fare, ~5 minutes, 2 stations via Pink Line, a direct journey with no interchange.
🚇 Related Metro Lines
🗺️ Step-by-Step Station List
🎉 Direct Route — No Interchange Required!
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Lajpat Nagar
लाजपत नगर PNK
Platform 4
✓ ℹ️ Towards the next station - SOUTH EXTENSION ( + )
→ Towards MAJLIS PARK
South Extension
साउथ एक्सटेंशन PNK
Platform 2
✓ ℹ️ Towards the next station - DILLI HAAT INA ( + )
→ Towards MAJLIS PARK
📍 Nearby Routes from Lajpat Nagar
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions (25 questions)
There are 2 stations between Lajpat Nagar and South Extension by Delhi Metro (including both the source and destination stations).
The Delhi Metro journey from Lajpat Nagar to South Extension takes approximately 5 minutes. This estimate does not include waiting time at interchange stations.
The Delhi Metro fare from Lajpat Nagar to South Extension is ₹11 for a token and ₹10 with a Smart Card (10% discount). The off-peak Smart Card fare is ₹8.
No — this is a direct route on the Pink Line. No train change required.
The Delhi Metro route distance from Lajpat Nagar to South Extension is approximately 1 km.
Using a Smart Card for the Lajpat Nagar to South Extension journey saves ₹1 compared to a token. Smart Card: ₹10 vs Token: ₹11.
The first Delhi Metro train from Lajpat Nagar towards South Extension departs at approximately 5:00 AM on the Pink Line.
The last Delhi Metro train from Lajpat Nagar towards South Extension is at approximately 11:30 PM on the Pink Line. Plan your journey accordingly.
Yes. The Lajpat Nagar to South Extension route is direct — no interchange needed. You stay on the Pink Line throughout.
Check the platform board at Lajpat Nagar for the train going towards South Extension. Platform Platform No. 4 heads towards Towards start (4). Platform Platform No. 3 heads towards Towards end (3).
The reverse journey from South Extension to Lajpat Nagar takes the same time (~5 min) and distance (1 km). The fare is also ₹11 (token) / ₹10 (Smart Card).
The Lajpat Nagar to South Extension route has no interchanges. It is a single-line journey on the Pink Line.
The best time to travel from Lajpat Nagar to South Extension is before 8:00 AM or after 8:30 PM on weekdays to avoid peak-hour crowds. Off-peak also gives a Smart Card discount.
Use the Delhi Metro Route Finder on this page: enter Lajpat Nagar as source and South Extension as destination for the optimal route, station count, travel time, fare, and interchange details.
No. Delhi Metro does not run at midnight. The last train from Lajpat Nagar towards South Extension is at approximately 11:30 PM. For late-night travel, use pre-booked cabs or Delhi Night Bus.
Delhi Metro allows luggage up to 25 kg or 60 cm × 45 cm × 25 cm free of charge on the Lajpat Nagar to South Extension route. Oversized items may be restricted. All bags go through X-ray at entry.
Delhi Metro is one of the safest transit systems in India. The Lajpat Nagar to South Extension route is covered by CISF security, CCTV at all stations, and dedicated women-only coaches on every train.
Yes. Every Delhi Metro train on the Lajpat Nagar to South Extension route has at least one dedicated women-only coach at the front of the train, marked with a pink colour band.
Stations on the Lajpat Nagar to South Extension route have lifts, ramps, tactile paths, and wheelchair assistance. Contact the Station Master for dedicated support.
The off-peak Smart Card fare from Lajpat Nagar to South Extension is ₹8. Off-peak hours are before 8:00 AM and after 8:00 PM on weekdays, and all day on Sundays and public holidays.
Yes. A Smart Card saves ₹1 on the Lajpat Nagar to South Extension route (₹10 vs ₹11 token). Smart Cards also skip the token queue and offer off-peak discounts.
Bicycles are permitted on select routes during off-peak hours (before 8 AM and after 8 PM on weekdays, all day weekends) at no extra charge, subject to space availability.
Delhi Metro does not currently offer route-specific monthly passes for Lajpat Nagar to South Extension. A Smart Card at ₹10 per trip is the most economical regular commuting option.
By taking Delhi Metro instead of a car, you save approximately 0.1 kg of CO₂ on the Lajpat Nagar to South Extension journey (1 km). Metro emits ~89g CO₂/passenger-km vs ~210g for a private car.
Smart Card passengers save ₹1 (10%) on the Lajpat Nagar to South Extension route. Token/QR fare is ₹11; Smart Card fare is ₹10. Recharge at any Delhi Metro station or via the DMRC app.
💡 Smart Travel Tips — Lajpat Nagar to South Extension
⏰ Best Time to Travel
Avoid 8–10 AM and 5:30–8:30 PM peak hours.
Travel before 8 AM or after 9 PM for a comfortable 5-minute journey.
Sunday mornings are the least crowded.
💳 Smart Card Saves Money
Token fare: ₹11 ·
Smart Card: ₹10 (10% off)
Monthly savings: ₹440 for daily commuters.
Monthly savings: ₹440 for daily commuters.
🚇 Platform Tips
Board from the front coaches at interchange stations — closest to exits.
Off-peak Smart Card gives extra 20% discount before 8 AM and after 8 PM.
🌙 Last Train Alert
Last metro from Lajpat Nagar:
11:30 PM
Miss it? Book Ola/Uber from station exit or use DMRC helpline 155370.
Miss it? Book Ola/Uber from station exit or use DMRC helpline 155370.
🌱 Environmental Impact — Why Take the Metro?
Taking the Delhi Metro from Lajpat Nagar to South Extension (1 km) saves significant carbon emissions compared to road transport.
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🌍 Metro vs Car: Taking the metro saves 0.1g CO₂ on this journey.
Delhi Metro's electric fleet runs on ~30% renewable energy, making it one of India's greenest transit systems.
· 💳 Use a Smart Card to save an additional ₹1 (10% discount) on every trip.
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Lajpat Nagar Metro Station (लाजपत नगर मेट्रो स्टेशन) South Extension Metro Station (साउथ एक्सटेंशन मेट्रो स्टेशन)