Lal Quila → Janakpuri West Metro Route
⇄ Reverse Route📍 Route Overview
The Delhi Metro route from Lal Quila to Janakpuri West covers approximately 22.9 km with a travel time of approximately 52 minutes. The journey passes through 22 stations and requires 1 interchange.
🚇 Metro Lines Used
💰 Fare Information
| Ticket Type | Fare | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Token / QR Code | ₹54 | Buy at counter or token machine |
| Smart Card | ₹49 | 10% discount on token fare |
| Smart Card Off-Peak | ₹43 | 20% discount (off-peak hours) |
| Holiday / Sunday | ₹43 | Same as token fare |
| Tourist Card (1 Day) | ₹200 | Unlimited travel for 1 day |
| Tourist Card (3 Days) | ₹500 | Unlimited travel for 3 days |
🗺️ Step-by-Step Route — Station List
🔄 Interchange Stations
💡 Travel Tips
- Use the pink coaches reserved for women near the front of each train.
- Keep your token/card ready at entry and exit gates.
- Announce your destination to the auto-fare machine for a correct token.
- Off-peak Smart Card discount applies before 8 AM and after 8 PM.
- At interchange stations, follow the signboards carefully — they are colour-coded by metro line.
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🗺️ Complete Journey Guide: Lal Quila to Janakpuri West
Travelling from Lal Quila to Janakpuri West by Delhi Metro covers 22.9 km across 22 stations in approximately 52 minutes. This journey requires 1 interchange. Follow the colour-coded signboards inside the station to reach the correct platform for your connecting train.
The token fare is ₹54 and Smart Card fare is ₹49 (10% discount). Lal Quila is an underground station. Janakpuri West is an underground station. The first train on this route departs around 5:30 AM and the last train runs till approximately 11:30 PM.
Interchange guide: At Mandi House, alight from the Violet Line (Platform 4) and board the Blue Line (Platform 1).
💡 Passenger Tips for This Route
Save ₹5 on this trip. Load ₹500+ for best value.
Travel before 8 AM or after 9 PM for 20% extra Smart Card discount.
Check platform direction before boarding — 22 stations, 22.9 km journey.
Follow colour-coded signs. Allow 3–5 min for platform change at interchange.
Download official DMRC app for real-time train tracking and Smart Card recharge.
Visiting Delhi? ₹200/day or ₹500/3-day unlimited travel card available.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many stations are there from Lal Quila to Janakpuri West?
There are 22 stations between Lal Quila and Janakpuri West, covering a distance of 22.9 km.
What is the metro fare from Lal Quila to Janakpuri West?
Token/QR fare: ₹54. Smart Card fare: ₹49 (10% discount). Off-peak Smart Card: ₹43 (20% discount). Tourist Card: ₹200/day unlimited or ₹500 for 3 days.
How long does the metro take from Lal Quila to Janakpuri West?
The journey takes approximately 52 minutes covering 22.9 km across 22 stations with 1 interchange.
Is there a direct metro from Lal Quila to Janakpuri West?
No direct route — this journey requires 1 interchange. Change trains at Mandi House.
What is the first and last metro from Lal Quila to Janakpuri West?
Violet Line: First train 5:30 AM, last train 11:30 PM, every 4-7 minutes. Blue Line: First train 5:30 AM, last train 11:30 PM, every 3-6 minutes.
Which metro line goes from Lal Quila to Janakpuri West?
This route uses the Violet Line and Blue Line. You need to change trains at Mandi House.
Learn more about Lal Quila Metro Station and Janakpuri West Metro Station .