How long does it take from Kavi Subhash to Esplanade by metro?

The journey from Kavi Subhash to Esplanade takes approximately 39 minutes by Kolkata Metro, covering 17.58 km across 14 stops.

What is the metro fare from Kavi Subhash to Esplanade?

The token fare from Kavi Subhash to Esplanade 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 Subhash for Esplanade?

At Kavi Subhash, board from Platform 1 (elevated station). The train runs Towards Dakshineswar. Look for the electronic board showing "Dakshineswar".

What is the last train from Kavi Subhash to Esplanade?

The last train from Kavi Subhash towards Dakshineswar departs at 22:30 on weekdays. The last train from Esplanade back towards Kavi Subhash departs at 22:30.

How many stops from Kavi Subhash to Esplanade?

There are 14 stops between Kavi Subhash and Esplanade on the Blue Line. The stations are: Kavi Subhash, Shahid Khudiram, 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 Subhash To Esplanade

ShortestShortest Route

Kavi Subhash

orange interchange

Platform 1·elevated·Blue LineTowards Dakshineswar

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

Shahid Khudiram

+2.79 min

2.79 min · 1.26 km

Kavi Nazrul

+5.56 min

2.77 min · 1.25 km

Maidan

+33.38 min

2.77 min · 1.25 km

Park Street

+36.17 min

2.79 min · 1.26 km

Esplanade

green interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground17.58 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

39 min

Total time

stops

17.58 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Kavi Subhash	06:45	22:30	Towards Dakshineswar
Esplanade	06:45	22:30	Towards Kavi Subhash

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

2.37 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.09 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~70 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹25

Bike

₹116

Auto

₹240

Cab

₹436

Estimates for 17.58 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Kavi Subhash

elevated

Kavi Subhash, Kolkata, West Bengal

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Kavi Subhash main road· New Garia, Garia Railway Station♿

Kavi Subhash bus stop· New Garia, Garia Railway Station♿

Kavi Subhash market side· New Garia, Garia Railway Station♿

Kavi Subhash station approach· New Garia, Garia Railway Station♿

Check the direction board before entering the platform.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking waterATMParking

Arrival station

Esplanade

underground

Esplanade, Kolkata, West Bengal

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Esplanade main road· Esplanade Bus Terminus, New Market♿

Esplanade bus stop· Esplanade Bus Terminus, New Market♿

Esplanade market side· Esplanade Bus Terminus, New Market♿

Esplanade station approach· Esplanade Bus Terminus, New Market♿

Check the direction board before entering the platform.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking waterATMParking