Nehru Place → Lajpat Nagar
Delhi Metro Route
~6 min
₹20
(₹18 smart card)
4
stations
Step-by-step route
Violet Line
Ride 4 stations
How to travel from Nehru Place to Lajpat Nagar by Metro
To travel from Nehru Place to Lajpat Nagar on the Delhi Metro, take the Violet Line — it's a direct journey with no interchange needed. Board at Nehru Place and alight at Lajpat Nagar after 3 stops.
The total journey covers 4 stations and takes approximately 6 minutes. The fare is ₹20 with a token or ₹18 with a Delhi Metro Smart Card (10% discount).
Delhi Metro trains run from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM daily on most lines, with the Airport Express running 4:40 AM to 11:40 PM. During peak hours trains come every 3 to 8 minutes depending on the line and section. Plan extra time during rush hours as trains can be crowded on busy corridors.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from Nehru Place to Lajpat Nagar by metro?
The metro journey from Nehru Place to Lajpat Nagar takes approximately 6 minutes, covering 4 stations.
What is the metro fare from Nehru Place to Lajpat Nagar?
The fare from Nehru Place to Lajpat Nagar is ₹20 with a token/QR ticket, or ₹18 with a Delhi Metro Smart Card (10% discount). Fares are distance-based and deducted automatically at exit gates.
Which metro line goes from Nehru Place to Lajpat Nagar?
Take the Violet Line directly from Nehru Place to Lajpat Nagar — no interchange needed.
What is the first and last metro from Nehru Place?
The first metro from terminal stations on this line departs at 6:00 AM on most lines and the last at 11:00 PM, seven days a week including weekends and holidays. The Airport Express is the exception, running 4:40 AM to 11:40 PM. The exact time at Nehru Place will be a few minutes later depending on how far it is from the terminal. Check our timings page for details.