How long does it take from Mahakaran to Esplanade by metro?

The journey from Mahakaran to Esplanade takes approximately 3 minutes by Kolkata Metro, covering 1.51 km across 1 stop.

What is the metro fare from Mahakaran to Esplanade?

The token fare from Mahakaran to Esplanade is ₹5. With a smart card the fare is ₹5 (save ₹0). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ₹5.

Which platform at Mahakaran for Esplanade?

At Mahakaran, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Salt Lake Sector V. Look for the electronic board showing "Salt Lake Sector V".

What is the last train from Mahakaran to Esplanade?

The last train from Mahakaran towards Salt Lake Sector V departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Esplanade back towards Mahakaran departs at 22:30.

How many stops from Mahakaran to Esplanade?

There are 1 stop between Mahakaran and Esplanade on the Green Line. The stations are: Mahakaran, Esplanade.

Mahakaran To Esplanade

ShortestShortest Route

Mahakaran

Platform 1·underground·Green LineTowards Salt Lake Sector V

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

Esplanade

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground1.51 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

3 min

Total time

stops

1.51 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Mahakaran	05:00	23:00	Towards Salt Lake Sector V
Esplanade	06:45	22:30	Towards Mahakaran

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

₹5

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

₹5

Save ₹0 per ride

Off-peak smart card

₹5

Save ₹0 per ride

Use your Kolkata Metro smart card or QR ticketwhere supported by the operator, app, or station counter.

Fare guide

Travel green

0.20 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.09 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~6 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹5

Bike

₹20

Auto

₹48

Cab

₹84

Estimates for 1.51 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Mahakaran

underground

Mahakaran, 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