How long does it take from Chandni Chowk to Salt Lake Sector V by metro?

The journey from Chandni Chowk to Salt Lake Sector V takes approximately 34 minutes by Kolkata Metro, covering 13.33 km across 9 stops.

What is the metro fare from Chandni Chowk to Salt Lake Sector V?

The token fare from Chandni Chowk to Salt Lake Sector V 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 Chandni Chowk for Salt Lake Sector V?

At Chandni Chowk, 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 Chandni Chowk to Salt Lake Sector V?

The last train from Chandni Chowk towards Kavi Subhash departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Salt Lake Sector V back towards Chandni Chowk departs at 22:30.

How many stops from Chandni Chowk to Salt Lake Sector V?

There are 9 stops between Chandni Chowk and Salt Lake Sector V on the Blue Line. The stations are: Chandni Chowk, Esplanade.

Chandni Chowk To Salt Lake Sector V

ShortestShortest Route

Chandni Chowk

Platform 1·underground·Blue LineTowards Kavi Subhash

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

Esplanade

green interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground1.26 km

First train: 06:45Last train: 22:30

interchange Esplanade — 5 min

Platform 1 · Green Line ·Platform 3 Towards Howrah Maidan

+5 min

Esplanade

blue interchange

Platform 3·underground·Green LineTowards Howrah Maidan

First train: 06:45Last train: 22:30Doors open: right

Sealdah

+3.25 min

3.25 min · 1.51 km

Phoolbagan

+6.5 min

3.25 min · 1.51 km

Central Park

+19.48 min

3.25 min · 1.51 km

Karunamoyee

+22.73 min

3.25 min · 1.51 km

Salt Lake Sector V

Arrive Platform 1·elevated12.07 km

First train: 06:45Last train: 22:30

Route on the map

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FromTo

Journey at a glance

34 min

Total time

stops

13.33 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Chandni Chowk	05:00	23:00	Towards Kavi Subhash
Salt Lake Sector V	06:45	22:30	Towards Chandni Chowk

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

1.80 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.83 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~53 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹20

Bike

₹90

Auto

₹190

Cab

₹344

Estimates for 13.33 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

DakshineswarKavi Subhash

Blue Line

Howrah MaidanSalt Lake Sector V

Blue Line

JokaMajerhat

Blue Line

Kavi SubhashHemanta Mukhopadhyay

Blue Line

Departure station

Chandni Chowk

underground

Chandni Chowk, Kolkata, West Bengal

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Salt Lake Sector V

elevated

Salt Lake Sector V, Kolkata, West Bengal

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Salt Lake Sector V main road· Sector V IT Hub♿

Salt Lake Sector V bus stop· Sector V IT Hub♿

Check the direction board before entering the platform.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water