1 interchange · follow the steps below
Kalkaji Mandir
Interchange
Magenta Line → Violet Line
Towards Kashmere Gate
Show 3 stops in between
Total stations: 16
Step-by-step
Step-by-step directions
1
Board at Shankar Vihar
Enter via Gate 1. Take the Magenta Line towards Botanical Garden. Trains run every 3–5 minutes.
2
Change at Kalkaji Mandir
Get down and board the Violet Line towards Kashmere Gate. Allow ~3 minutes for the interchange.
3
Arrive at Lajpat Nagar
Exit through the gate closest to your destination (see exit gates below). Total journey time: 33 minutes.
Exit gates
Exit gates
Pick the right exit to save a walk
Gate 1
Metro Parking
Gate 2
Gate 3
Defence Colony
Gate 4
Moolchand Hospital, Lajpat Nagar Block A,B,C.
Gate 5
Central Market , Lajpat Nagar Block D,I,J,K,L
Timings & fare
Timings & fare
First & last train (Magenta Line)
First train 5:00 AM
Last train 11:30 PM
Frequency 3–5 min
First & last train (Violet Line)
First train 5:00 AM
Last train 11:30 PM
Frequency 3–5 min
Fare (one way)
Token / UPI ₹40
Smart Card
₹35
save 13%
Distance 9.1 km
FAQs
Which metro line do I take?
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This route uses Magenta Line, Violet Line. Follow the route map and step-by-step directions for where to change lines.
How many interchanges are required?
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You need 1 interchange on this route. Check the journey steps for where to change.
What's the total fare?
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₹40 by token/UPI, or ₹35 with a Smart Card.
How many stations will I cross?
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15 stations in total: Shankar Vihar, Vasant Vihar, Munirka, RK Puram, IIT, Hauz Khas, Panchsheel Park, Chirag Delhi, Greater Kailash, Nehru Enclave, Kalkaji Mandir, Nehru Place, Kailash Colony, Moolchand, Lajpat Nagar.
Which gates should I use?
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Board via Gate 1 at Shankar Vihar. At Lajpat Nagar, Gates 1 / 2 are the most useful exits.
Step-by-step directions
1
Board at Shankar Vihar
Enter via Gate 1. Take the Magenta Line towards Botanical Garden. Trains run every 3–5 minutes.
2
Change at Kalkaji Mandir
Get down and board the Violet Line towards Kashmere Gate. Allow ~3 minutes for the interchange.
3
Arrive at Lajpat Nagar
Exit through the gate closest to your destination (see exit gates below). Total journey time: 33 minutes.
Exit gates
Pick the right exit to save a walk
Gate 1
Metro Parking
Gate 2
Gate 3
Defence Colony
Gate 4
Moolchand Hospital, Lajpat Nagar Block A,B,C.
Gate 5
Central Market , Lajpat Nagar Block D,I,J,K,L
Timings & fare
First & last train (Magenta Line)
First train 5:00 AM
Last train 11:30 PM
Frequency 3–5 min
First & last train (Violet Line)
First train 5:00 AM
Last train 11:30 PM
Frequency 3–5 min
Fare (one way)
Token / UPI ₹40
Smart Card
₹35
save 13%
Distance 9.1 km
Route summary
Shankar Vihar to Lajpat Nagar is a 9.1 km journey taking about 33 minutes across 14 stations with 1 interchange(s). Smart Card users pay ₹35 instead of ₹40.
Popular routes from Shankar Vihar
Frequently asked questions
Which metro line do I take?
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This route uses Magenta Line, Violet Line. Follow the route map and step-by-step directions for where to change lines.
How many interchanges are required?
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You need 1 interchange on this route. Check the journey steps for where to change.
What's the total fare?
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₹40 by token/UPI, or ₹35 with a Smart Card.
How many stations will I cross?
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15 stations in total: Shankar Vihar, Vasant Vihar, Munirka, RK Puram, IIT, Hauz Khas, Panchsheel Park, Chirag Delhi, Greater Kailash, Nehru Enclave, Kalkaji Mandir, Nehru Place, Kailash Colony, Moolchand, Lajpat Nagar.
Which gates should I use?
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Board via Gate 1 at Shankar Vihar. At Lajpat Nagar, Gates 1 / 2 are the most useful exits.