How long does it take from Central to Joka by metro?

The journey from Central to Joka takes approximately 31 minutes by Kolkata Metro, covering 13.82 km across 11 stops.

What is the metro fare from Central to Joka?

The token fare from Central to Joka 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 for Joka?

At Central, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Kavi Subhash. Look for the electronic board showing "Kavi Subhash".

What is the last train from Central to Joka?

The last train from Central towards Kavi Subhash departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Joka back towards Central departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Central to Joka?

There are 11 stops between Central and Joka on the Blue Line. The stations are: Central, Chandni Chowk, Esplanade, Park Street, Maidan, Rabindra Sadan, Netaji Bhavan, Jatin Das Park, Kalighat, Rabindra Sarobar, Mahanayak Uttam Kumar, Netaji.

Central To Joka

ShortestShortest Route

Central

Platform 1·underground·Blue LineTowards Kavi Subhash

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

Chandni Chowk

+2.79 min

2.79 min · 1.26 km

Esplanade

green interchange

+5.58 min

2.79 min · 1.26 km

Rabindra Sarobar

+25.05 min

2.79 min · 1.26 km

Mahanayak Uttam Kumar

+27.82 min

2.77 min · 1.25 km

Netaji

Arrive Platform 1·elevated13.82 km

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

Last-mile connection needed

Bus / Auto / Taxi/Cab

No metro line directly serves Joka. Take the metro to Netaji, then catch a Bus, Auto, Taxi/Cab for the remaining 5.55 km (≈22 min) to reach Joka.

Netaji → Joka5.55 km≈22 min

Route on the map

FromTo

Journey at a glance

31 min

Total time

stops

13.82 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Central	05:00	23:00	Towards Kavi Subhash
Joka	05:00	23:00	Towards Central

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

1.87 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.86 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~55 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹20

Bike

₹92

Auto

₹196

Cab

₹354

Estimates for 13.82 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Central

underground

Central, Kolkata, West Bengal

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Joka

elevated

Joka, Kolkata, West Bengal

Weekdays: 06:45 – 22:30(Sundays from 09:50)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Joka main road· Joka♿

Joka bus stop· Joka♿

Check the direction board before entering the platform.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water