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

The journey from Kalighat to Howrah Maidan takes approximately 31 minutes by Kolkata Metro, covering 12.06 km across 9 stops.

What is the metro fare from Kalighat to Howrah Maidan?

The token fare from Kalighat to Howrah Maidan is ₹20. With a smart card the fare is ₹18 (save ₹2). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ₹18.

Which platform at Kalighat for Howrah Maidan?

At Kalighat, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Dakshineswar. Look for the electronic board showing "Dakshineswar".

What is the last train from Kalighat to Howrah Maidan?

The last train from Kalighat towards Dakshineswar departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Howrah Maidan back towards Kalighat departs at 22:30.

How many stops from Kalighat to Howrah Maidan?

There are 9 stops between Kalighat and Howrah Maidan on the Blue Line. The stations are: Kalighat, Jatin Das Park, Netaji Bhavan, Rabindra Sadan, Maidan, Park Street, Esplanade.

Kalighat To Howrah Maidan

ShortestShortest Route

Kalighat

Platform 2·underground·Blue LineTowards Dakshineswar

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

Jatin Das Park

+2.77 min

2.77 min · 1.25 km

Netaji Bhavan

+5.56 min

2.79 min · 1.26 km

Maidan

+11.12 min

2.77 min · 1.25 km

Park Street

+13.91 min

2.79 min · 1.26 km

Esplanade

green interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground7.53 km

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

interchange Esplanade — 5 min

Platform 1 · Green Line ·Platform 3 Towards Howrah Maidan

+5 min

Esplanade

blue interchange

Platform 3·underground·Green LineTowards Howrah Maidan

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

Mahakaran

+3.25 min

3.25 min · 1.51 km

Howrah

+6.5 min

3.25 min · 1.51 km

Howrah Maidan

Arrive Platform 1·underground4.53 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

31 min

Total time

stops

12.06 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Kalighat	05:00	23:00	Towards Dakshineswar
Howrah Maidan	06:45	22:30	Towards Kalighat

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

₹20

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

₹18

Save ₹2 per ride

Off-peak smart card

₹18

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

1.63 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.75 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~48 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹20

Bike

₹82

Auto

₹174

Cab

₹316

Estimates for 12.06 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Kalighat

underground

Kalighat, Kolkata, West Bengal

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival 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