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

The journey from Dakshineswar to Joka takes approximately 56 minutes by Kolkata Metro, covering 25.12 km across 20 stops.

What is the metro fare from Dakshineswar to Joka?

The token fare from Dakshineswar to Joka is ₹30. With a smart card the fare is ₹27 (save ₹3). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ₹27.

Which platform at Dakshineswar for Joka?

At Dakshineswar, board from Platform 1 (elevated station). The train runs Towards Dakshineswar. Look for the electronic board showing "Dakshineswar".

What is the last train from Dakshineswar to Joka?

The last train from Dakshineswar towards Dakshineswar departs at 22:30 on weekdays. The last train from Joka back towards Dakshineswar departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Dakshineswar to Joka?

There are 20 stops between Dakshineswar and Joka on the Blue Line. The stations are: Dakshineswar, Baranagar, Noapara, Dum Dum, Belgachhia, Shyambazar, Shovabazar–Sutanuti, Girish Park, Mahatma Gandhi Road, Central, Chandni Chowk, Esplanade, Park Street, Maidan, Rabindra Sadan, Netaji Bhavan, Jatin Das Park, Kalighat, Rabindra Sarobar, Mahanayak Uttam Kumar, Netaji.

Dakshineswar To Joka

ShortestShortest Route

Dakshineswar

Platform 1·elevated·Blue LineTowards Dakshineswar

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

Baranagar

+2.79 min

2.79 min · 1.26 km

Noapara

+5.56 min

2.77 min · 1.25 km

Rabindra Sarobar

+50.08 min

2.79 min · 1.26 km

Mahanayak Uttam Kumar

+52.85 min

2.77 min · 1.25 km

Netaji

Arrive Platform 1·elevated25.12 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

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Journey at a glance

56 min

Total time

stops

25.12 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Dakshineswar	06:45	22:30	Towards Dakshineswar
Joka	05:00	23:00	Towards Dakshineswar

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

₹30

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

₹27

Save ₹3 per ride

Off-peak smart card

₹27

Save ₹3 per ride

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

Fare guide

Travel green

3.39 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.56 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~100 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹30

Bike

₹160

Auto

₹332

Cab

₹602

Estimates for 25.12 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Dakshineswar

elevated

Dakshineswar, Kolkata, West Bengal

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Dakshineswar main road· Dakshineswar Kali Temple♿

Dakshineswar bus stop· Dakshineswar Kali Temple♿

Check the direction board before entering the platform.

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