How long does it take from Central Park to Howrah by metro?

The journey from Central Park to Howrah takes approximately 26 minutes by Kolkata Metro, covering 12.07 km across 8 stops.

What is the metro fare from Central Park to Howrah?

The token fare from Central Park to Howrah is ₹20. With a smart card the fare is ₹18 (save ₹2). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ₹18.

Which platform at Central Park for Howrah?

At Central Park, board from Platform 2 (elevated station). The train runs towards Howrah Maidan. Look for the electronic board showing "Howrah Maidan".

What is the last train from Central Park to Howrah?

The last train from Central Park towards Howrah Maidan departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Howrah back towards Central Park departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Central Park to Howrah?

There are 8 stops between Central Park and Howrah on the Green Line. The stations are: Central Park, City Centre, Bengal Chemical, Salt Lake Stadium, Phoolbagan, Sealdah, Esplanade, Mahakaran, Howrah.

Central Park To Howrah

ShortestShortest Route

Central Park

Platform 2·elevated·Green LineTowards Howrah Maidan

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00Doors open: right

City Centre

+3.25 min

3.25 min · 1.51 km

Bengal Chemical

+6.5 min

3.25 min · 1.51 km

Esplanade

blue interchange

+19.48 min

3.25 min · 1.51 km

Mahakaran

+22.73 min

3.25 min · 1.51 km

Howrah

Arrive Platform 2·underground12.07 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

26 min

Total time

stops

12.07 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Central Park	05:00	23:00	Towards Howrah Maidan
Howrah	05:00	23:00	Towards Central Park

Weekday timings. On Sundays & public holidays, first trains run ~30 min later. Frequency: every 2-4 min (peak), 5-8 min (off-peak).

Fares & smart card

Token fare

₹20

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

₹18

Save ₹2 per ride

Off-peak smart card

₹18

Save ₹2 per ride

Use your Kolkata Metro smart card or QR ticketwhere supported by the operator, app, or station counter.

Fare guide

Travel green

1.63 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.75 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~48 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹20

Bike

₹82

Auto

₹174

Cab

₹316

Estimates for 12.07 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Central Park

elevated

Central Park, Kolkata, West Bengal

Weekdays: 05:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Howrah

underground

Howrah, Kolkata, West Bengal

Weekdays: 05:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water