Lotus Temple Nearest Metro Station

The nearest metro station to Lotus Temple is Kalkaji Mandir Metro Station, just 0.4 km away, connected via both the Magenta Line and Violet Line of Delhi Metro. Other nearby options include Okhla NSIC Metro Station (0.6 km, Magenta Line) and Nehru Place Metro Station (0.7 km, Violet Line), making the temple easily accessible from all parts of Delhi.

Nearest Metro Stations to Lotus Temple

If you're planning to visit Lotus Temple in Delhi, the nearest metro station is Kalkaji Mandir (0.4 km on the Magenta Line, Violet Line). Below is a complete list of Nearest Metro Station to Lotus Temple with their distance and metro lines.

How to Reach Lotus Temple by Metro: Step-by-step routes

1) From anywhere on the Magenta Line

1. Board a Magenta Line train toward Kalkaji Mandir / Botanical Garden (direction depends on your origin).

2. Alight at Kalkaji Mandir (closest) — 0.4 km to Lotus Temple.

3. Exit station, follow signboards / Google Maps walking directions → ~5 minutes walk to the Lotus Temple entrance.

4. If you prefer not to walk, take a short auto/e-rickshaw (2–5 minutes).

If Kalkaji Mandir is inconvenient:
• Get off at Okhla NSIC (0.6 km) and take an auto/e-rickshaw (~5–8 min) or walk (~8–10 min).

2) From anywhere on the Violet Line

1. Board the Violet Line and alight at Kalkaji Mandir or Nehru Place.

2. From Kalkaji Mandir (0.4 km): walk ~5 minutes to the temple.

3. From Nehru Place (0.7 km): walk ~8–9 minutes or take an auto/e-rickshaw (3–6 minutes).

3) From IGI Airport (T1/T3)

1. Take the Magenta Line from the airport (direct connection).

2. Alight at Kalkaji Mandir for the shortest route.

3. Walk (~5 minutes) or grab an e-rickshaw/auto.

4) From New Delhi Railway Station / Connaught Place / Rajiv Chowk

1. From New Delhi or Rajiv Chowk, take the Yellow Line toward Central/ southbound.

2. Change at Central Secretariat (Yellow ↔ Violet interchange).

3. Board the Violet Line and alight at Kalkaji Mandir.

4. Walk (~5 minutes) or take a short auto ride.

(Alternative: if you prefer Magenta interchange routes, change to Magenta at an appropriate interchange and follow the Magenta Line to Kalkaji Mandir.)

5) From Noida / East Delhi

1. Take the Blue Line toward Central Delhi and change at Mandi House (Blue ↔ Violet interchange).

2. From Mandi House, take the Violet Line to Kalkaji Mandir and then walk or take an auto.

6) From Gurgaon / South Delhi

1. Use the Yellow Line toward New Delhi / Central Secretariat (depending on origin), change to the Violet Line at Central Secretariat, then alight at Kalkaji Mandir.

2. Walk (~5 minutes) or take an auto/e-rickshaw.

Lotus Temple Nearest Metro Last-mile & accessibility tips

• Walking times (approx): Kalkaji Mandir 0.4 km → ~5 min; Okhla NSIC 0.6 km → ~8 min; Nehru Place 0.7 km → ~9 min; Nehru Enclave/Govind Puri 1.1 km → ~13 min.

• Auto / e-rickshaw: Readily available outside all three stations; typical fare for short ride: ₹30–80 depending on distance and traffic.

• For accessibility: Kalkaji Mandir station has lifts/escaliers on major stations — follow station signage for accessible exits; use taxi if you need step-free access.

• Signage: Look for “Lotus Temple” / “Bahá’í House of Worship” signs at the station exits or use Google Maps walking directions for the most direct pedestrian route.

Lotus Temple Metro Travel : Quick checklist before you leave

• Open Google Maps and choose walking directions from Kalkaji Mandir / Okhla NSIC / Nehru Place to Lotus Temple.

• Use a Delhi Metro smart card or a contactless payment method to save time.

• Avoid peak metro hours (8–10 AM, 6–8 PM) if you’re carrying luggage or prefer less crowd.

• Carry water and wear comfortable shoes for the short walk inside the temple complex.

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