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

The journey from Kavi Sukanta to Esplanade takes approximately 53 minutes by Kolkata Metro, covering 21.63 km across 17 stops.

What is the metro fare from Kavi Sukanta to Esplanade?

The token fare from Kavi Sukanta to Esplanade is ₹30. With a smart card the fare is ₹27 (save ₹3). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ₹27.

Which platform at Kavi Sukanta for Esplanade?

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

What is the last train from Kavi Sukanta to Esplanade?

The last train from Kavi Sukanta towards Kavi Subhash departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Esplanade back towards Kavi Sukanta departs at 22:30.

How many stops from Kavi Sukanta to Esplanade?

There are 17 stops between Kavi Sukanta and Esplanade on the Orange Line. The stations are: Kavi Sukanta, Jyotirindra Nandi, Satyajit Ray, Kavi Subhash.

Kavi Sukanta To Esplanade

ShortestShortest Route

Kavi Sukanta

Platform 2·elevated·Orange LineTowards Kavi Subhash

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

Jyotirindra Nandi

+2.95 min

2.95 min · 1.35 km

Satyajit Ray

+5.9 min

2.95 min · 1.35 km

Kavi Subhash

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 3·elevated4.05 km

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

interchange Kavi Subhash — 5 min

Platform 3 · Blue Line ·Platform 1 Towards Dakshineswar

+5 min

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

53 min

Total time

stops

21.63 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Kavi Sukanta	05:00	23:00	Towards Kavi Subhash
Esplanade	06:45	22:30	Towards Kavi Sukanta

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

₹30

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

₹27

Save ₹3 per ride

Off-peak smart card

₹27

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

2.92 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.34 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~87 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹30

Bike

₹140

Auto

₹290

Cab

₹526

Estimates for 21.63 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Orange Line

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Orange Line

Departure station

Kavi Sukanta

elevated

Kavi Sukanta, Kolkata, West Bengal

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

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