How long does it take from Howrah to Bengal Chemical by metro?

The journey from Howrah to Bengal Chemical takes approximately 20 minutes by Kolkata Metro, covering 9.05 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from Howrah to Bengal Chemical?

The token fare from Howrah to Bengal Chemical is ₹15. With a smart card the fare is ₹13 (save ₹2). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ₹13.

Which platform at Howrah for Bengal Chemical?

At Howrah, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Salt Lake Sector V. Look for the electronic board showing "Salt Lake Sector V".

What is the last train from Howrah to Bengal Chemical?

The last train from Howrah towards Salt Lake Sector V departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Bengal Chemical back towards Howrah departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Howrah to Bengal Chemical?

There are 6 stops between Howrah and Bengal Chemical on the Green Line. The stations are: Howrah, Mahakaran, Esplanade, Sealdah, Phoolbagan, Salt Lake Stadium, Bengal Chemical.

Howrah To Bengal Chemical

ShortestShortest Route

Howrah

Platform 1·underground·Green LineTowards Salt Lake Sector V

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00Doors open: right

Mahakaran

+3.25 min

3.25 min · 1.51 km

Esplanade

blue interchange

+6.5 min

3.25 min · 1.51 km

Phoolbagan

+13 min

3.25 min · 1.51 km

Salt Lake Stadium

+16.23 min

3.23 min · 1.5 km

Bengal Chemical

Arrive Platform 1·elevated9.05 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

20 min

Total time

stops

9.05 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Howrah	05:00	23:00	Towards Salt Lake Sector V
Bengal Chemical	05:00	23:00	Towards Howrah

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

₹15

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

₹13

Save ₹2 per ride

Off-peak smart card

₹13

Save ₹2 per ride

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

Fare guide

Travel green

1.22 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.56 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~36 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹15

Bike

₹64

Auto

₹138

Cab

₹250

Estimates for 9.05 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Departure station

Howrah

underground

Howrah, Kolkata, West Bengal

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Bengal Chemical

elevated

Bengal Chemical, Kolkata, West Bengal

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water