Pragati Maidan to Rajiv Chowk — Delhi Metro Route & Fare

See the exact fare, travel time, number of stops and interchanges for the Pragati MaidanRajiv Chowk journey below — MetroNav calculates the shortest route and correct DMRC fare (token & smart card) the moment this page loads. This page covers the Pragati Maidan→Rajiv Chowk journey on the Delhi Metro: the fare, travel time, interchanges and what you will find at each end of the trip.

Starting point: Pragati Maidan station

Adjacent to the iconic exhibition grounds that host India's largest trade fairs. Pragati Maidan has hosted the India International Trade Fair since 1980, attracting millions of visitors annually. The new IECC (India Expo Centre) is a modern architectural landmark.

Near Pragati Maidan: Pragati Maidan Exhibition Complex (200m), National Science Centre (500m), Purana Qila (Old Fort) (800m), Delhi Zoo (1km).

Destination: Rajiv Chowk station

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.

Fare (DMRC 2026 slabs)

DistanceWeekday tokenWeekday smart cardSun & national holidays
0 – 2 km₹11₹10₹11
2 – 5 km₹21₹19₹11
5 – 12 km₹32₹29₹21
12 – 21 km₹43₹39₹32
21 – 32 km₹54₹49₹43
Over 32 km₹64₹58₹54

Fares per the DMRC revision of 25 August 2025. Smart Card gives ~10% off, with a further 10% rebate during off-peak hours on weekdays. Concessional fares apply on Sundays and national holidays (26 Jan, 15 Aug, 2 Oct).

Train timings

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.

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