Shankar Vihar Central Secretariat Delhi Metro Route
शंकर विहार → सेंट्रल सेक्रेटेरिएट
⇄ Reverse Route
📍 Quick Answer:
Shankar Vihar se Central Secretariat tak Delhi Metro mein
approximately 32 minutes lagte hain,
13 stations se guzarte hue.
Fare: ₹43 (Token) /
₹39 (Smart Card).
1 interchange hain is route par.
📍 Route Overview
The Shankar Vihar to Central Secretariat metro route is one of Delhi Metro's efficient connections, spanning 12.8 km in approximately 32 minutes. Commuters travel through 13 stations via the Magenta Line, Yellow Line lines. A train change at 1 interchange station is needed.
शंकर विहार से सेंट्रल सेक्रेटेरिएट — दिल्ली मेट्रो रूट, किराया और समय की पूरी जानकारी।
🗺️ Step-by-Step Station List
Click (+) on any station for details
Hauz Khas
हौज़ खास MAG
Platform 3
✓ → Towards BOTANICAL GARDEN
🚉 Get Down Here
MAG
Platform 3✓ → Towards Towards BOTANICAL GARDEN
🚶 Walk ~5 min to next platform
🚆 Board Here
YEL
Platform 2✓ → Towards Towards SAMAYPUR BADLI
Seva Teerth (earlier Udyog Bhawan)
सेवा तीर्थ (पूर्व उद्योग भवन) YEL
Platform 2
✓ → Towards SAMAYPUR BADLI
⏱ Distance & Travel Time
The total travel time from Shankar Vihar to Central Secretariat by Delhi Metro is approximately 32 minutes, covering a distance of 12.8 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 36 minutes.
📍 Shankar Vihar → Central Secretariat Route Map
🗺️ Shankar Vihar → Central Secretariat — Delhi Metro Route Map
💰 Fare Details
The metro fare from Shankar Vihar to Central Secretariat is calculated based on the distance of 12.8 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:
🚇 Metro Lines & Train Timings
💡 Travel Tips
- Check the direction board carefully at interchange stations.
- Women-only coaches are at the front of every Delhi Metro train.
- Download the official DMRC app for real-time train tracking and recharge.
- Token machines accept ₹10, ₹20, ₹50 and ₹100 notes and coins.
- 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
Get step-by-step directions, platform numbers, fares, and interchange details using the full interactive finder.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions (25 questions)
The Delhi Metro route from Shankar Vihar to Central Secretariat is via the Magenta Line and Yellow Line. The journey covers 13 stations via the Magenta Line and Yellow Line. Use the interactive route finder above to get step-by-step directions.
There are 13 stations between Shankar Vihar and Central Secretariat by Delhi Metro (including both the source and destination stations).
The Delhi Metro journey from Shankar Vihar to Central Secretariat takes approximately 32 minutes. This estimate does not include waiting time at interchange stations.
The Delhi Metro fare from Shankar Vihar to Central Secretariat is ₹43 for a token and ₹39 with a Smart Card (10% discount). The off-peak Smart Card fare is ₹31.
The Delhi Metro route distance from Shankar Vihar to Central Secretariat is approximately 12.8 km.
Using a Smart Card for the Shankar Vihar to Central Secretariat journey saves ₹4 compared to a token. Smart Card: ₹39 vs Token: ₹43.
The first Delhi Metro train from Shankar Vihar towards Central Secretariat departs at approximately 5:30 AM on the Magenta Line.
The last Delhi Metro train from Shankar Vihar towards Central Secretariat is at approximately 11:30 PM on the Magenta Line. Plan your journey accordingly.
Check the platform board at Shankar Vihar 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 reverse journey from Central Secretariat to Shankar Vihar takes the same time (~32 min) and distance (12.8 km). The fare is also ₹43 (token) / ₹39 (Smart Card).
The Shankar Vihar 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 Shankar Vihar 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 Shankar Vihar as source and Central Secretariat as destination for the optimal route, station count, travel time, fare, and interchange details.
No. Delhi Metro does not run at midnight. The last train from Shankar Vihar towards Central Secretariat is at approximately 11:30 PM. For late-night travel, use pre-booked cabs or Delhi Night Bus.
Delhi Metro allows luggage up to 25 kg or 60 cm × 45 cm × 25 cm free of charge on the Shankar Vihar to Central Secretariat route. Oversized items may be restricted. All bags go through X-ray at entry.
Delhi Metro is one of the safest transit systems in India. The Shankar Vihar 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 Shankar Vihar to Central Secretariat route has at least one dedicated women-only coach at the front of the train, marked with a pink colour band.
The official DMRC app "Delhi Metro Rail" (Android and iOS) shows real-time schedules, platform numbers, and route maps for the Shankar Vihar to Central Secretariat journey.
The off-peak Smart Card fare from Shankar Vihar 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 Shankar Vihar 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 Shankar Vihar 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 1.1 kg of CO₂ on the Shankar Vihar to Central Secretariat journey (12.8 km). Metro emits ~89g CO₂/passenger-km vs ~210g for a private car.
Smart Card passengers save ₹4 (10%) on the Shankar Vihar 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 Shankar Vihar to Central Secretariat route has 1 interchange. The Shankar Vihar to Central Secretariat route has 1 interchange. See the step-by-step section above for which stations to change at.
💡 Smart Travel Tips — Shankar Vihar 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 32-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 Shankar Vihar:
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 Shankar Vihar to Central Secretariat (12.8 km) saves significant carbon emissions compared to road transport.
0.2g
🚇 Metro CO₂
per journey
per journey
1.5g
🚗 Car CO₂
per journey
per journey
1.3g
✅ CO₂ Saved
vs Car
vs Car
₹4
💳 Smart Card
savings/trip
savings/trip
🌍 Metro vs Car: Taking the metro saves 1.3g 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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