Okhla Bird Sanctuary Central Secretariat Delhi Metro Route
ओखला पक्षी अभयारण्य → सेंट्रल सेक्रेटेरिएट
⇄ Reverse Route
📍 Quick Answer:
Okhla Bird Sanctuary se Central Secretariat tak Delhi Metro mein
approximately 41 minutes lagte hain,
16 stations se guzarte hue.
Fare: ₹43 (Token) /
₹39 (Smart Card).
1 interchange hain is route par.
📍 Route Overview
Travelling from Okhla Bird Sanctuary to Central Secretariat by Delhi Metro takes approximately 41 minutes covering 20.8 km across 16 stations. The route involves 1 interchange — details are shown in the step-by-step guide below.
ओखला पक्षी अभयारण्य से सेंट्रल सेक्रेटेरिएट — दिल्ली मेट्रो रूट, किराया और समय की पूरी जानकारी।
⏱ Distance & Travel Time
The total travel time from Okhla Bird Sanctuary to Central Secretariat by Delhi Metro is approximately 41 minutes, covering a distance of 20.8 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 45 minutes.
📍 Okhla Bird Sanctuary → Central Secretariat Route Map
🗺️ Okhla Bird Sanctuary → Central Secretariat — Delhi Metro Route Map
💰 Fare Details
The metro fare from Okhla Bird Sanctuary to Central Secretariat is calculated based on the distance of 20.8 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:
Kalkaji Mandir
— Alight from Magenta Line
Platform 4
✓ · Board Violet Line
Platform 2
✓ · 🚶 ~5 min walk
🚇 Metro Lines & Train Timings
💡 Travel Tips
- Avoid peak hours (8–10 AM and 5–8 PM) for a more comfortable commute.
- Recharge your Smart Card to get 10% discount on every trip.
- Stand to the right on escalators so others can walk past on the left.
- Keep your metro token or card ready before reaching the exit gates.
- 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.
📋 Journey Summary
Quick summary — Okhla Bird Sanctuary to Central Secretariat: ₹43 fare, ~41 minutes, 16 stations via Magenta Line and Violet Line, 1 interchange.
🚇 Related Metro Lines
🗺️ Step-by-Step Station List
Click (+) on any station for details
Kalkaji Mandir
कालकाजी मंदिर MAG
Platform 4
✓ → Towards MAJLIS PARK
🔄 Change Line: MAG → VIO
🚉 Get Down Here
MAG
Platform 4✓ → Towards Towards MAJLIS PARK
🚶 Walk ~5 min to next platform
🚆 Board Here
VIO
Platform 2✓ → Towards Towards KASHMERE GATE
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🔍 Interactive Route Finder
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions (25 questions)
The Delhi Metro route from Okhla Bird Sanctuary to Central Secretariat is via the Magenta Line and Violet Line. The journey covers 16 stations via the Magenta Line and Violet Line. Use the interactive route finder above to get step-by-step directions.
There are 16 stations between Okhla Bird Sanctuary and Central Secretariat by Delhi Metro (including both the source and destination stations).
The Delhi Metro fare from Okhla Bird Sanctuary to Central Secretariat is ₹43 for a token and ₹39 with a Smart Card (10% discount). The off-peak Smart Card fare is ₹31.
Yes — you need to change trains at 1 interchange station. See the step-by-step route above.
Using a Smart Card for the Okhla Bird Sanctuary to Central Secretariat journey saves ₹4 compared to a token. Smart Card: ₹39 vs Token: ₹43.
The last Delhi Metro train from Okhla Bird Sanctuary towards Central Secretariat is at approximately 11:30 PM on the Magenta Line. Plan your journey accordingly.
No. The Okhla Bird Sanctuary to Central Secretariat route requires 1 interchange. Follow the colour-coded signboards.
Check the platform board at Okhla Bird Sanctuary for the train going towards Central Secretariat. Platform Platform No. 2 heads towards Towards start (2). Platform Platform No. 1 heads towards Towards end (1).
The Okhla Bird Sanctuary to Central Secretariat route has 1 interchange. See the step-by-step section above for which stations to change at.
The best time to travel from Okhla Bird Sanctuary to Central Secretariat 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 Okhla Bird Sanctuary as source and Central Secretariat as destination for the optimal route, station count, travel time, fare, and interchange details.
Delhi Metro is one of the safest transit systems in India. The Okhla Bird Sanctuary to Central Secretariat 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 Okhla Bird Sanctuary to Central Secretariat route has at least one dedicated women-only coach at the front of the train, marked with a pink colour band.
Stations on the Okhla Bird Sanctuary to Central Secretariat route have lifts, ramps, tactile paths, and wheelchair assistance. Contact the Station Master for dedicated support.
The official DMRC app "Delhi Metro Rail" (Android and iOS) shows real-time schedules, platform numbers, and route maps for the Okhla Bird Sanctuary to Central Secretariat journey.
The off-peak Smart Card fare from Okhla Bird Sanctuary to Central Secretariat is ₹31. 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 ₹4 on the Okhla Bird Sanctuary to Central Secretariat route (₹39 vs ₹43 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 Okhla Bird Sanctuary to Central Secretariat. A Smart Card at ₹39 per trip is the most economical regular commuting option.
By taking Delhi Metro instead of a car, you save approximately 1.9 kg of CO₂ on the Okhla Bird Sanctuary to Central Secretariat journey (20.8 km). Metro emits ~89g CO₂/passenger-km vs ~210g for a private car.
Smart Card passengers save ₹4 (10%) on the Okhla Bird Sanctuary to Central Secretariat route. Token/QR fare is ₹43; Smart Card fare is ₹39. Recharge at any Delhi Metro station or via the DMRC app.
The Okhla Bird Sanctuary to Central Secretariat route has 1 interchange. The Okhla Bird Sanctuary to Central Secretariat route has 1 interchange. See the step-by-step section above for which stations to change at.
Yes. Buy a QR code ticket via the DMRC Momentum 2.0 app or WhatsApp chatbot for your Okhla Bird Sanctuary to Central Secretariat trip. Scan it at the AFC gate at Okhla Bird Sanctuary to enter, then scan again at Central Secretariat to exit — valid for one journey, usually within 130 minutes.
Yes. On every train between Okhla Bird Sanctuary and Central Secretariat, the first coach in the direction of travel is reserved for women, marked with pink signage. Men may travel in it only while accompanying a woman, child, or senior/differently-abled passenger.
Travelling from Okhla Bird Sanctuary to Central Secretariat, let passengers exit before boarding, queue on the marked platform lines, stand right on escalators, avoid loud calls or music, and offer priority seats to those who need them — especially useful advice if you're changing lines en route.
💡 Smart Travel Tips — Okhla Bird Sanctuary to Central Secretariat
⏰ 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 41-minute journey.
Sunday mornings are the least crowded.
💳 Smart Card Saves Money
Token fare: ₹43 ·
Smart Card: ₹39 (10% off)
Monthly savings: ₹1716 for daily commuters.
Monthly savings: ₹1716 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 Okhla Bird Sanctuary:
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 Okhla Bird Sanctuary to Central Secretariat (20.8 km) saves significant carbon emissions compared to road transport.
0.4g
🚇 Metro CO₂
per journey
per journey
2.5g
🚗 Car CO₂
per journey
per journey
2.1g
✅ CO₂ Saved
vs Car
vs Car
₹4
💳 Smart Card
savings/trip
savings/trip
🌍 Metro vs Car: Taking the metro saves 2.1g 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 ₹4 (10% discount) on every trip.
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