How long does it take from Kavi Nazrul to Mahakaran by metro?

The journey from Kavi Nazrul to Mahakaran takes approximately 42 minutes by Kolkata Metro, covering 16.58 km across 13 stops.

What is the metro fare from Kavi Nazrul to Mahakaran?

The token fare from Kavi Nazrul to Mahakaran 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 Kavi Nazrul for Mahakaran?

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

What is the last train from Kavi Nazrul to Mahakaran?

The last train from Kavi Nazrul towards Dakshineswar departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Mahakaran back towards Kavi Nazrul departs at 22:30.

How many stops from Kavi Nazrul to Mahakaran?

There are 13 stops between Kavi Nazrul and Mahakaran on the Blue Line. The stations are: Kavi Nazrul, Gitanjali, Masterda Surya Sen, Netaji, Mahanayak Uttam Kumar, Rabindra Sarobar, Kalighat, Jatin Das Park, Netaji Bhavan, Rabindra Sadan, Maidan, Park Street, Esplanade.

Kavi Nazrul To Mahakaran

ShortestShortest Route

Kavi Nazrul

Platform 2·elevated·Blue LineTowards Dakshineswar

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

Gitanjali

+2.79 min

2.79 min · 1.26 km

Masterda Surya Sen

+5.56 min

2.77 min · 1.25 km

Maidan

+27.82 min

2.77 min · 1.25 km

Park Street

+30.61 min

2.79 min · 1.26 km

Esplanade

green interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground15.07 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

Arrive Platform 2·underground1.51 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

42 min

Total time

stops

16.58 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Kavi Nazrul	05:00	23:00	Towards Dakshineswar
Mahakaran	05:00	23:00	Towards Kavi Nazrul

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

₹228

Cab

₹414

Estimates for 16.58 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Kavi Nazrul

elevated

Kavi Nazrul, Kolkata, West Bengal

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Mahakaran

underground

Mahakaran, Kolkata, West Bengal

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water