Lal Quila South Extension Delhi Metro Route
⇄ Reverse Route
📍 Route Overview
Travelling from Lal Quila to South Extension by Delhi Metro takes approximately 30 minutes covering 16.5 km across 12 stations. The route involves 1 interchange — details are shown in the step-by-step guide below.
🗺️ Step-by-Step Station List
⏱ Distance & Travel Time
The total travel time from Lal Quila to South Extension by Delhi Metro is approximately 30 minutes, covering a distance of 16.5 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 34 minutes.
💰 Fare Details
The metro fare from Lal Quila to South Extension is calculated based on the distance of 16.5 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
- 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 12 stations between Lal Quila and South Extension, including both the start and end stations.
The metro fare from Lal Quila to South Extension 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 Lal Quila to South Extension takes approximately 30 minutes. If you include interchange wait time, allow 34 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 South Extension is approximately 16.5 km.
The first metro from Lal Quila towards South Extension 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 South Extension (16.5 km) saves significant carbon emissions compared to road transport.
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