Lal Quila Patel Chowk Delhi Metro Route
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📍 Route Overview
The Lal Quila to Patel Chowk metro route is one of Delhi Metro's efficient connections, spanning 6.4 km in approximately 18 minutes. Commuters travel through 7 stations via the Violet Line, Yellow Line lines. A train change at 1 interchange station is needed.
🗺️ Step-by-Step Station List
⏱ Distance & Travel Time
The total travel time from Lal Quila to Patel Chowk by Delhi Metro is approximately 18 minutes, covering a distance of 6.4 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 22 minutes.
💰 Fare Details
The metro fare from Lal Quila to Patel Chowk is calculated based on the distance of 6.4 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 |
🔄 Interchange Stations
You will need to change metro lines at the following interchange station on this journey:
🚇 Metro Lines & Train Timings
💡 Travel Tips
- Smart Card balance can be checked at any yellow card reader inside the station.
- Eating and drinking inside metro premises is strictly prohibited.
- Disabled-friendly lifts and ramps are available at all interchange stations.
- Use the last coach to exit near the escalator at most stations.
- 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 7 stations between Lal Quila and Patel Chowk, including both the start and end stations.
The metro fare from Lal Quila to Patel Chowk 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 Lal Quila to Patel Chowk takes approximately 18 minutes. If you include interchange wait time, allow 22 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 Lal Quila to Patel Chowk is approximately 6.4 km.
The first metro from Lal Quila towards Patel 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 Lal Quila to Patel Chowk (6.4 km) saves significant carbon emissions compared to road transport.
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