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Botanical Garden Metro Station
— Interchange Station on the Blue Line & Magenta Line.
Layout: Elevated.
First train: 5:30 AM,
Last train: 11:30 PM.
Station Score: 35/100 (Basic).
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ℹ️ About Botanical Garden Metro Station
Botanical Garden Metro Station is a station on the Delhi Metro network,
served by the Blue Line and Magenta Line.
Botanical Garden is a major interchange station where passengers can switch between metro lines without buying a new ticket. It is an elevated station, inaugurated in 2017. There are 4 exit gates serving different parts of the surrounding area. It is located approximately 33.1 km from the line's starting point.
The station is equipped with toilet, disabled friendly, card recharge, drinking water, parking. A Park & Ride facility is available — commuters from nearby areas can drive to Botanical Garden and use metro for the rest of their journey, saving both time and fuel.
Whether you are commuting daily, visiting nearby attractions, or travelling through Delhi,
Botanical Garden Metro Station is a key node on the Delhi Metro network.
The station handles thousands of passengers every day, connecting
multiple corridors of Delhi to the rest of the city's rapid transit system.
Use the Route Finder at the top of this page to plan your complete journey
to or from Botanical Garden — including fare, travel time, and interchange details.
As an interchange station, Botanical Garden connects the
Blue Line and Magenta Line.
To change lines, follow the colour-coded overhead signboards inside the paid zone —
no need to exit and re-tap your card. This makes Botanical Garden one of Delhi Metro's most strategically important stations for cross-city travel.
The exits at Botanical Garden Metro Station open near:
Captain Vijayat Thapar Marg, Multilevel parking, Capt. Vijyant thapar Marg, Capt. Vijyant thapar Marg. This makes the station easily accessible from multiple directions and a convenient entry point for commuters headed to these locations.
🚌 How to Reach Botanical Garden Metro Station
Botanical Garden metro station is accessible by auto-rickshaw, e-rickshaw,
DTC bus, cab services (Ola/Uber), and walking from nearby localities.
The station has 4 gates — check the gate details above for the nearest exit to your destination.
Parking facility is available at this station for two-wheelers and/or cars — ideal for Park & Ride commuters.
🛺 Auto/E-Rickshaw Available outside all exits
🚌 DTC Bus Bus stops near station
🚖 Cab (Ola/Uber) Pickup from main gate
🅿️ Parking Park & Ride available
♿ Accessibility & Safety at Botanical Garden
Delhi Metro stations are designed to be accessible for all passengers including senior citizens, people with disabilities, and passengers with prams/luggage.
🛗 Lifts Available at all entry/exit levels for wheelchair access
🔼 Escalators Bidirectional at major stations
👮 CISF Security 24×7 security · Baggage X-ray at all entry points
🚨 Help Desk Customer care inside station · DMRC helpline: 155370
📷 CCTV Full surveillance across platform, concourse & exits
✅ Disability-Friendly Certified — Confirmed accessible facilities including ramps, tactile paths, and low-height counters.
⏰ Best Time to Travel from Botanical Garden
Timing your journey smartly saves both time and money. Off-peak Smart Card travel offers a 20% additional discount.
🔴 Peak Hours (Busy)
🌅 Morning: 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
🌆 Evening: 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Trains every 2–4 min · Very crowded
🟢 Off-Peak Hours (Ideal)
🌙 Before: 8:00 AM
🌟 After: 8:30 PM
Extra 20% Smart Card discount · Less crowded
🟣 Weekend & Holidays
📅 Sundays / Holidays
⏱ Trains every 8–12 min
Reduced frequency · Token fares apply
🎫 Ticket & Card Guide at Botanical Garden
🎟️
Token / QR Ticket
Buy at TVM or counter. Single journey only. Available in cash & UPI.
💳
Delhi Metro Smart Card
₹100 deposit. Saves 10% on every trip. Extra 20% off-peak. Best for daily commuters.
🌍
Tourist Card
1-day ₹200 or 3-day ₹500. Unlimited travel. Perfect for visitors.
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DMRC App / WhatsApp
QR tickets, Smart Card recharge, journey info via DMRC app or WhatsApp +91-9717191717.
💰 Delhi Metro Fare from Botanical Garden
Delhi Metro fares are calculated based on distance travelled. Use the route finder above to get the exact fare.
Smart Card holders enjoy a 10% discount on all fares.
Off-peak Smart Card travel gets an additional 20% discount.
Distance Slab
🎫 Token / QR
💳 Smart Card 10% off
🌙 Off-Peak SC 20% extra off
Up to 2 km
₹11
₹9
₹7
3–5 km
₹21
₹18
₹14
6–12 km
₹32
₹27
₹22
13–21 km
₹43
₹36
₹29
22–32 km
₹54
₹45
₹36
Over 32 km
₹64
₹54
₹43
🌙 Off-Peak Hours (20% extra Smart Card discount):
Before 8:00 AM · 12:00 Noon – 5:00 PM · After 9:00 PM (Mon–Sat)
Also applies all day Sunday & public holidays. Use MJQRT (Monthly Journey QR Ticket) for off-peak discount.
Fares w.e.f. 25 Aug 2025 | Off-peak: before 8AM, 12PM–5PM, after 9PM | Children <3 yrs: Free | Ticketless: ₹250 penalty "On Sundays and national holidays (Republic Day, Independence Day, and 2nd October etc), a ₹10 discount is applicable on single journey tokens priced between ₹21 and ₹64."
💳 Smart Card Monthly Savings at Botanical Garden
Delhi Metro Smart Card gives a 10% discount on every journey.
For daily commuters travelling through Botanical Garden, this adds up to significant monthly savings.
Token Fare
Smart Card (10% off)
Daily Saving
Monthly Saving (26 days)
₹21
₹19
₹4
₹104
₹32
₹29
₹6
₹156
₹43
₹39
₹8
₹208
₹54
₹49
₹10
₹260
₹64
₹58
₹12
₹312
Assumes 2 trips/day, 26 working days/month.
💡 Get a Smart Card at any Delhi Metro station customer care centre. Minimum load ₹100. Recharge via DMRC app, Paytm, or TVM machines inside stations.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (25 questions)
The stations nearest to Botanical Garden on the Delhi Metro network are Noida Sector 18, Golf Course, Okhla Bird Sanctuary.
Trains run every 3-6 minutes during peak hours (8–10 AM and 5–8 PM) at Botanical Garden. During off-peak hours, the interval may increase to 8–12 minutes.
Botanical Garden Metro Station has a parking facility. Check on-site signage for rates and availability.
Lift availability at Botanical Garden may be limited. Confirm with the DMRC website or station master.
Escalator availability at Botanical Garden may be limited. Staircases are always available.
Botanical Garden is an interchange station where you can transfer between Blue Line and Magenta Line. This makes it a key hub for cross-line journeys in Delhi Metro.
At Botanical Garden, follow the colour-coded interchange signs. To change from Blue Line to Magenta Line, follow the signed walkway inside the station. The interchange is inside the paid zone — no need to exit and re-enter.
Botanical Garden Metro Station is accessible via the Blue Line and Magenta Line. Use the Delhi Metro Route Finder on this page to plan your complete journey to Botanical Garden from any station.
You can purchase a token from the token vending machines (TVMs) or ticket windows at Botanical Garden Metro Station. Use a Delhi Metro Smart Card for a 10% fare discount on all journeys.
No. Botanical Garden is not on the Airport Express Line (New Delhi, Shivaji Stadium, Dhaula Kuan, Delhi Aerocity, IGI Airport).
The metro line(s) at Botanical Garden are the Blue Line and Magenta Line. Delhi Metro lines are colour-coded for easy navigation.
Yes. Token vending machines (TVMs) at Botanical Garden accept UPI, debit/credit cards, and cash. You can also top up your Smart Card via the DMRC app or at any TVM.
Yes. Every Delhi Metro train at Botanical Garden has at least one dedicated women-only coach, typically at the front of the train, marked with a pink band and signage on the platform.
Yes. Botanical Garden Metro Station is covered by CISF security personnel and CCTV surveillance. All passengers and bags are screened at entry gates.
Personal non-commercial photography is generally allowed at the concourse level of Botanical Garden. Photography on the platform or inside coaches may be restricted — check with station staff.
RailTel provides free Wi-Fi at many Delhi Metro stations. Check the station notice board at Botanical Garden or the DMRC website for current Wi-Fi availability at this station.
If you miss a train at Botanical Garden, the next train arrives within a few minutes — frequency on the Blue Line and Magenta Line is typically 3-6 minutes during peak hours. Your token or Smart Card remains valid.
Delhi Metro allows baggage up to 25 kg (or 60 × 45 × 25 cm) free of charge from Botanical Garden. All bags pass through X-ray screening at entry. Oversized or hazardous items are not allowed.
You can top up your Smart Card at Botanical Garden using Token Vending Machines (TVMs), the Customer Care counter, the DMRC app, Paytm, or net banking. The minimum top-up amount is ₹100.
The minimum Delhi Metro fare from Botanical Garden is ₹10, applicable for journeys up to 2 km. Smart Card holders save 10% on every trip — the minimum Smart Card fare is ₹9.
Yes. Botanical Garden has a Station Master's office / Customer Care counter at the concourse level for ticketing queries, lost items, and complaints. The DMRC helpline is 155370.
Yes. Every Delhi Metro coach at Botanical Garden has dedicated priority seats for senior citizens, differently-abled persons, and pregnant women. These are marked in yellow and reserved exclusively.
Delhi Metro allows one item of luggage up to 25 kg and measuring no more than 60 × 45 × 25 cm per passenger from Botanical Garden. Additional or oversized items may be refused entry.
Most Delhi Metro stations including Botanical Garden have water vending or drinking water facilities near the concourse. You can also find shops selling bottled water near the station exits.
Children up to 3 years of age travel free on Delhi Metro from Botanical Garden. Children above 3 and below the height threshold (90 cm) also travel free. Older children require a regular ticket.
📍 Nearby Places & Landmarks — Botanical Garden Metro Station
Botanical Garden metro station provides easy access to several key landmarks, markets, hospitals, and government offices in the area.
The station exits open near the following locations:
Gate 1→Captain Vijayat Thapar Marg
Gate 2→Multilevel parking
Gate 3→Capt. Vijyant thapar Marg
Gate 4→Capt. Vijyant thapar Marg
Whether you are visiting Botanical Garden for work, shopping, or sightseeing,
the station's multiple exits ensure you are always within walking distance of your destination.
Use the route finder above to plan your complete journey including last-mile connectivity.
🔄 How to Change Metro Lines at Botanical Garden
Botanical Garden is an interchange station — you can switch between metro lines here without buying a new ticket.
This makes it one of the most important transit hubs on the Delhi Metro network.
💡 Interchange Tip: After exiting the train, follow the overhead signs for your connecting line.
At Botanical Garden, the interchange is within the paid zone —
no need to tap out and re-enter. Your existing token or Smart Card is valid for the entire journey.
🕐 First & Last Metro Train — Botanical Garden Station
Delhi Metro runs from early morning to late night.
Here are the first and last train timings at Botanical Garden metro station for all lines:
Blue Line
🌅 First Train:5:30 AM
🌙 Last Train:11:30 PM
⏱ Frequency: every 3-6 minutes during peak hours
Magenta Line
🌅 First Train:5:30 AM
🌙 Last Train:11:30 PM
⏱ Frequency: every 4-7 minutes during peak hours
⚠️ Note: Train timings may vary on public holidays and special occasions.
Always check the DMRC official app or website for real-time updates before travelling from Botanical Garden.
Planning your journey to Botanical Garden metro station?
Here is everything you need to know about parking, feeder buses, and last-mile connectivity options:
🅿️
Parking Available
Available at this station Park & Ride — ideal for commuters
🛺
Auto & E-Rickshaw
Available at main station exit · Ideal for 1–3 km last mile
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Cab (Ola / Uber)
App-based pickup available · Drop-off at main gate
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DTC / Cluster Bus
Bus stops within 200–500m · Check DTC app for routes
Botanical Garden metro station is well connected via multiple last-mile options.
For the best experience, combine Delhi Metro with Smart Card and use app-based cab services for seamless door-to-door travel.