Prashant Vihar Rajiv Chowk Delhi Metro Route
⇄ Reverse Route📍 Route Overview
The Prashant Vihar to Rajiv Chowk metro route is one of Delhi Metro's efficient connections, spanning 18.6 km in approximately 39 minutes. Commuters travel through 17 stations via the Magenta Line Branch, 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 Prashant Vihar to Rajiv Chowk by Delhi Metro is approximately 39 minutes, covering a distance of 18.6 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 43 minutes.
💰 Fare Details
The metro fare from Prashant Vihar to Rajiv Chowk is calculated based on the distance of 18.6 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
- 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.
🔍 Interactive Route Finder
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
There are 17 stations between Prashant Vihar and Rajiv Chowk, including both the start and end stations.
The metro fare from Prashant Vihar to Rajiv Chowk 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 Prashant Vihar to Rajiv Chowk takes approximately 39 minutes. If you include interchange wait time, allow 43 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 Prashant Vihar to Rajiv Chowk is approximately 18.6 km.
The first metro from Prashant Vihar towards Rajiv Chowk departs at approximately 6:00 AM and the last train is at 11:00 PM. Trains run every 5-8 minutes during peak hours.