How long does it take from Howrah Maidan to Salt Lake Sector V by metro?

The journey from Howrah Maidan to Salt Lake Sector V takes approximately 36 minutes by Kolkata Metro, covering 16.6 km across 11 stops.

What is the metro fare from Howrah Maidan to Salt Lake Sector V?

The token fare from Howrah Maidan to Salt Lake Sector V 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 Salt Lake Sector V?

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 Salt Lake Sector V?

The last train from Howrah Maidan towards Howrah Maidan departs at 22:30 on weekdays. The last train from Salt Lake Sector V back towards Howrah Maidan departs at 22:30.

How many stops from Howrah Maidan to Salt Lake Sector V?

There are 11 stops between Howrah Maidan and Salt Lake Sector V on the Green Line. The stations are: Howrah Maidan, Howrah, Mahakaran, Esplanade, Sealdah, Phoolbagan, Salt Lake Stadium, Bengal Chemical, City Centre, Central Park, Karunamoyee, Salt Lake Sector V.

Howrah Maidan To Salt Lake Sector V

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

Central Park

+29.23 min

3.25 min · 1.51 km

Karunamoyee

+32.48 min

3.25 min · 1.51 km

Salt Lake Sector V

Arrive Platform 1·elevated16.6 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

36 min

Total time

stops

16.6 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Howrah Maidan	06:45	22:30	Towards Howrah Maidan
Salt Lake Sector V	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

2.24 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.03 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~66 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹25

Bike

₹110

Auto

₹230

Cab

₹416

Estimates for 16.6 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

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