Rajiv Chowk → Kailash Colony Metro Route
⇄ Reverse Route📍 Route Overview
The Delhi Metro route from Rajiv Chowk to Kailash Colony covers approximately 11.2 km with a travel time of approximately 23 minutes. The journey passes through 9 stations and requires 1 interchange.
🚇 Metro Lines Used
💰 Fare Information
| Ticket Type | Fare | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Token / QR Code | ₹32 | Buy at counter or token machine |
| Smart Card | ₹29 | 10% discount on token fare |
| Smart Card Off-Peak | ₹23 | 20% discount (off-peak hours) |
| Holiday / Sunday | ₹32 | 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
- Buy a Smart Card to save 10% on every journey.
- Keep your Smart Card balance above ₹50 to avoid rejection at the gate.
- Download the Delhi Metro Rail app for real-time updates.
- Avoid peak hours (8–10 AM and 5–8 PM) for a comfortable journey.
- At interchange stations, follow the signboards carefully — they are colour-coded by metro line.
🔍 Interactive Route Finder
Get step-by-step directions, platform numbers and fares using the full interactive finder.
Find Route from Rajiv Chowk to Kailash ColonyOpens in a new tab · Full metro map, platform numbers & interchange guide
🔗 Related Metro Routes
🗺️ Complete Journey Guide: Rajiv Chowk to Kailash Colony
Travelling from Rajiv Chowk to Kailash Colony by Delhi Metro covers 11.2 km across 9 stations in approximately 23 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 ₹32 and Smart Card fare is ₹29 (10% discount). Rajiv Chowk is an underground station. Kailash Colony is an elevated station. The first train on this route departs around 5:15 AM and the last train runs till approximately 11:45 PM.
Interchange guide: At Central Secretariat, alight from the Yellow Line (Platform 1) and board the Violet Line (Platform 3).
💡 Passenger Tips for This Route
Save ₹3 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 — 9 stations, 11.2 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 Rajiv Chowk to Kailash Colony?
There are 9 stations between Rajiv Chowk and Kailash Colony, covering a distance of 11.2 km.
What is the metro fare from Rajiv Chowk to Kailash Colony?
Token/QR fare: ₹32. Smart Card fare: ₹29 (10% discount). Off-peak Smart Card: ₹23 (20% discount). Tourist Card: ₹200/day unlimited or ₹500 for 3 days.
How long does the metro take from Rajiv Chowk to Kailash Colony?
The journey takes approximately 23 minutes covering 11.2 km across 9 stations with 1 interchange.
Is there a direct metro from Rajiv Chowk to Kailash Colony?
No direct route — this journey requires 1 interchange. Change trains at Central Secretariat.
What is the first and last metro from Rajiv Chowk to Kailash Colony?
Yellow Line: First train 5:15 AM, last train 11:45 PM, every 3-5 minutes. Violet Line: First train 5:30 AM, last train 11:30 PM, every 4-7 minutes.
Which metro line goes from Rajiv Chowk to Kailash Colony?
This route uses the Yellow Line and Violet Line. You need to change trains at Central Secretariat.
Learn more about Rajiv Chowk Metro Station and Kailash Colony Metro Station .