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

The journey from Kavi Sukanta to Taratala takes approximately 33 minutes by Kolkata Metro, covering 12.84 km across 10 stops.

What is the metro fare from Kavi Sukanta to Taratala?

The token fare from Kavi Sukanta to Taratala 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 Kavi Sukanta for Taratala?

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 Taratala?

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

How many stops from Kavi Sukanta to Taratala?

There are 10 stops between Kavi Sukanta and Taratala on the Orange Line. The stations are: Kavi Sukanta, Jyotirindra Nandi, Satyajit Ray, Kavi Subhash.

Kavi Sukanta To Taratala

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

Netaji

+13.91 min

2.79 min · 1.26 km

Mahanayak Uttam Kumar

+16.7 min

2.79 min · 1.26 km

Rabindra Sarobar

Arrive Platform 2·underground8.79 km

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

Last-mile connection needed

Auto / Taxi/Cab

No metro line directly serves Taratala. Take the metro to Rabindra Sarobar, then catch a Auto, Taxi/Cab for the remaining 2.58 km (≈13 min) to reach Taratala.

Rabindra Sarobar → Taratala2.58 km≈13 min

Route on the map

FromTo

Journey at a glance

33 min

Total time

stops

12.84 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Kavi Sukanta	05:00	23:00	Towards Kavi Subhash
Taratala	05:00	23:00	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

₹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

1.73 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.80 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~51 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹20

Bike

₹88

Auto

₹184

Cab

₹332

Estimates for 12.84 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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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

Taratala

elevated

Taratala, Kolkata, West Bengal

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water