How long does it take from Esplanade to Kavi Subhash by metro?

The journey from Esplanade to Kavi Subhash takes approximately 39 minutes by Kolkata Metro, covering 17.58 km across 14 stops.

What is the metro fare from Esplanade to Kavi Subhash?

The token fare from Esplanade to Kavi Subhash is ₹25. With a smart card the fare is ₹22 (save ₹3). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ₹22.

Which platform at Esplanade for Kavi Subhash?

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 Kavi Subhash?

The last train from Esplanade towards Dakshineswar departs at 22:30 on weekdays. The last train from Kavi Subhash back towards Esplanade departs at 22:30.

How many stops from Esplanade to Kavi Subhash?

There are 14 stops between Esplanade and Kavi Subhash on the Blue Line. The stations are: Esplanade, Park Street, Maidan, Rabindra Sadan, Netaji Bhavan, Jatin Das Park, Kalighat, Rabindra Sarobar, Mahanayak Uttam Kumar, Netaji, Masterda Surya Sen, Gitanjali, Kavi Nazrul, Shahid Khudiram, Kavi Subhash.

Esplanade To Kavi Subhash

ShortestShortest Route

Esplanade

green interchange

Platform 1·underground·Blue LineTowards Dakshineswar

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

Park Street

+2.77 min

2.77 min · 1.25 km

Maidan

+5.56 min

2.79 min · 1.26 km

Kavi Nazrul

+33.38 min

2.79 min · 1.26 km

Shahid Khudiram

+36.15 min

2.77 min · 1.25 km

Kavi Subhash

orange interchange

Arrive Platform 1·elevated17.58 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

39 min

Total time

stops

17.58 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Esplanade	06:45	22:30	Towards Dakshineswar
Kavi Subhash	06:45	22:30	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

₹25

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

₹22

Save ₹3 per ride

Off-peak smart card

₹22

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

2.37 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.09 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~70 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹25

Bike

₹116

Auto

₹240

Cab

₹436

Estimates for 17.58 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

Kavi Subhash

elevated

Kavi Subhash, Kolkata, West Bengal

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Kavi Subhash main road· New Garia, Garia Railway Station♿

Kavi Subhash bus stop· New Garia, Garia Railway Station♿

Kavi Subhash market side· New Garia, Garia Railway Station♿

Kavi Subhash station approach· New Garia, Garia Railway Station♿

Check the direction board before entering the platform.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking waterATMParking