The Delhi Metro fare from Rajiv Chowk to Central Secretariat is ₹21 by token and ₹19 with a smart card, and the journey takes about 3 minutes with 0 interchanges. This page covers the Rajiv Chowk→Central Secretariat journey on the Delhi Metro: the fare, travel time, interchanges and what you will find at each end of the trip.
Delhi's busiest metro station, located at Connaught Place — the commercial heart of New Delhi. Connaught Place was built in 1933, designed by Robert Tor Russell in a Georgian style. It's one of the largest financial, commercial, and business centres in India.
Near Rajiv Chowk: Connaught Place (inner & outer circle) (100m), Jantar Mantar (500m), Hanuman Mandir (400m), Central Park, CP (200m), Wenger's Bakery (200m).
Onward transport: DTC Bus Stand (Connaught Place), Prepaid Auto/Taxi Stand, Yulu Bike Zone.
The administrative heart of India — surrounded by government buildings on Raisina Hill. Designed by Herbert Baker as part of Edwin Lutyens' grand plan for New Delhi. The Secretariat buildings house key ministries of the Government of India.
Near Central Secretariat: Rashtrapati Bhavan (view from outside) (1km), Parliament House (600m), National Museum (600m), Mughal Gardens (seasonal) (1.2km).
Onward transport: DTC Bus Stop (Janpath), Auto Stand (India Gate side).
| Distance | Token | Smart Card |
|---|---|---|
| 0 – 2 km | ₹11 | ₹10 |
| 2 – 5 km | ₹21 | ₹19 |
| 5 – 12 km | ₹32 | ₹29 |
| 12 – 21 km | ₹43 | ₹39 |
| 21 – 32 km | ₹54 | ₹49 |
| Over 32 km | ₹64 | ₹58 |
Smart Card gives ~10% off every trip. Fares follow DMRC distance slabs.
Delhi Metro runs from about 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM daily. Trains arrive every 2–5 minutes on the main lines during peak hours and every 5–8 minutes off-peak. Check first/last train details in the timings guide.
What is the Delhi Metro fare from Rajiv Chowk to Central Secretariat? ₹21 by token and ₹19 with a smart card (smart card saves ~10%).
How long does the Rajiv Chowk to Central Secretariat journey take? About 3 minutes with 0 interchanges.
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