How long does it take from Howrah Maidan to Dakshineswar by metro?

The journey from Howrah Maidan to Dakshineswar takes approximately 45 minutes by Kolkata Metro, covering 18.35 km across 14 stops.

What is the metro fare from Howrah Maidan to Dakshineswar?

The token fare from Howrah Maidan to Dakshineswar 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 Howrah Maidan for Dakshineswar?

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

What is the last train from Howrah Maidan to Dakshineswar?

The last train from Howrah Maidan towards Howrah Maidan departs at 22:30 on weekdays. The last train from Dakshineswar back towards Howrah Maidan departs at 22:30.

How many stops from Howrah Maidan to Dakshineswar?

There are 14 stops between Howrah Maidan and Dakshineswar on the Green Line. The stations are: Howrah Maidan, Howrah, Mahakaran, Esplanade.

Howrah Maidan To Dakshineswar

ShortestShortest Route

Howrah Maidan

Platform 1·underground·Green LineTowards Howrah Maidan

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

Howrah

+3.25 min

3.25 min · 1.51 km

Mahakaran

+6.5 min

3.25 min · 1.51 km

Esplanade

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground4.53 km

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

interchange Esplanade — 5 min

Platform 3 · Blue Line ·Platform 1 Towards Dakshineswar

+5 min

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

+5.58 min

2.79 min · 1.26 km

Noapara

+25.05 min

2.79 min · 1.26 km

Baranagar

+27.82 min

2.77 min · 1.25 km

Dakshineswar

Arrive Platform 1·elevated13.82 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

45 min

Total time

stops

18.35 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Howrah Maidan	06:45	22:30	Towards Howrah Maidan
Dakshineswar	06:45	22:30	Towards Howrah Maidan

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

2.48 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.14 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~73 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹25

Bike

₹120

Auto

₹250

Cab

₹454

Estimates for 18.35 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Howrah Maidan

underground

Howrah Maidan, Kolkata, West Bengal

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Howrah Maidan main road· Howrah Maidan♿

Howrah Maidan bus stop· Howrah Maidan♿

Check the direction board before entering the platform.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival 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