Sonia Vihar Lajpat Nagar Delhi Metro Route
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📍 Route Overview
The Sonia Vihar to Lajpat Nagar metro route is one of Delhi Metro's efficient connections, spanning 20.4 km in approximately 44 minutes. Commuters travel through 22 stations via the Pink Line line. No train change is required for this journey.
🗺️ Step-by-Step Station List
⏱ Distance & Travel Time
The total travel time from Sonia Vihar to Lajpat Nagar by Delhi Metro is approximately 44 minutes, covering a distance of 20.4 km.
💰 Fare Details
The metro fare from Sonia Vihar to Lajpat Nagar is calculated based on the distance of 20.4 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 |
🚇 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.
- Download the official DMRC app for real-time train tracking, recharge, and travel updates.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
There are 22 stations between Sonia Vihar and Lajpat Nagar, including both the start and end stations.
The metro fare from Sonia Vihar to Lajpat Nagar 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 Sonia Vihar to Lajpat Nagar takes approximately 44 minutes. If you include interchange wait time, allow 44 minutes total.
No — Sonia Vihar to Lajpat Nagar is a direct route on a single metro line. No train change is required.
The metro route distance from Sonia Vihar to Lajpat Nagar is approximately 20.4 km.
The first metro from Sonia Vihar towards Lajpat Nagar departs at approximately 5:00 AM and the last train is at 11:30 PM. Trains run every 4-6 minutes during peak hours.
🌱 Environmental Impact — Why Take the Metro?
Taking the Delhi Metro from Sonia Vihar to Lajpat Nagar (20.4 km) saves significant carbon emissions compared to road transport.
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