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

The journey from Esplanade to Central takes approximately 6 minutes by Kolkata Metro, covering 2.52 km across 2 stops.

What is the metro fare from Esplanade to Central?

The token fare from Esplanade to Central is ₹10. With a smart card the fare is ₹9 (save ₹1). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ₹9.

Which platform at Esplanade for Central?

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

What is the last train from Esplanade to Central?

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

How many stops from Esplanade to Central?

There are 2 stops between Esplanade and Central on the Blue Line. The stations are: Esplanade, Chandni Chowk, Central.

Esplanade To Central

ShortestShortest Route

Esplanade

green interchange

Platform 1·underground·Blue LineTowards Dakshineswar

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

Chandni Chowk

+2.79 min

2.79 min · 1.26 km

Central

Arrive Platform 2·underground2.52 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

6 min

Total time

stops

2.52 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

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

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

₹10

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

₹9

Save ₹1 per ride

Off-peak smart card

₹9

Save ₹1 per ride

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

Fare guide

Travel green

0.34 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.16 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~10 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹10

Bike

₹26

Auto

₹60

Cab

₹106

Estimates for 2.52 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Esplanade

underground

Esplanade, Kolkata, West Bengal

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Esplanade main road· Esplanade Bus Terminus, New Market♿

Esplanade bus stop· Esplanade Bus Terminus, New Market♿

Esplanade market side· Esplanade Bus Terminus, New Market♿

Esplanade station approach· Esplanade Bus Terminus, New Market♿

Check the direction board before entering the platform.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking waterATMParking

Arrival station

Central

underground

Central, Kolkata, West Bengal

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water