How long does it take from Mahanayak Uttam Kumar to Esplanade by metro?

The journey from Mahanayak Uttam Kumar to Esplanade takes approximately 22 minutes by Kolkata Metro, covering 10.04 km across 8 stops.

What is the metro fare from Mahanayak Uttam Kumar to Esplanade?

The token fare from Mahanayak Uttam Kumar to Esplanade 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 Mahanayak Uttam Kumar for Esplanade?

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

What is the last train from Mahanayak Uttam Kumar to Esplanade?

The last train from Mahanayak Uttam Kumar towards Dakshineswar departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Esplanade back towards Mahanayak Uttam Kumar departs at 22:30.

How many stops from Mahanayak Uttam Kumar to Esplanade?

There are 8 stops between Mahanayak Uttam Kumar and Esplanade on the Blue Line. The stations are: Mahanayak Uttam Kumar, Rabindra Sarobar, Kalighat, Jatin Das Park, Netaji Bhavan, Rabindra Sadan, Maidan, Park Street, Esplanade.

Mahanayak Uttam Kumar To Esplanade

ShortestShortest Route

Mahanayak Uttam Kumar

Platform 2·elevated·Blue LineTowards Dakshineswar

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

Rabindra Sarobar

+2.77 min

2.77 min · 1.25 km

Kalighat

+5.56 min

2.79 min · 1.26 km

Maidan

+16.68 min

2.77 min · 1.25 km

Park Street

+19.47 min

2.79 min · 1.26 km

Esplanade

green interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground10.04 km

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

Route on the map

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FromTo

Journey at a glance

22 min

Total time

stops

10.04 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Mahanayak Uttam Kumar	05:00	23:00	Towards Dakshineswar
Esplanade	06:45	22:30	Towards Mahanayak Uttam Kumar

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

1.36 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.62 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~40 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹20

Bike

₹70

Auto

₹150

Cab

₹270

Estimates for 10.04 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Mahanayak Uttam Kumar

elevated

Mahanayak Uttam Kumar, 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