How long does it take from Mahatma Gandhi Road to Bengal Chemical by metro?

The journey from Mahatma Gandhi Road to Bengal Chemical takes approximately 26 minutes by Kolkata Metro, covering 9.8 km across 7 stops.

What is the metro fare from Mahatma Gandhi Road to Bengal Chemical?

The token fare from Mahatma Gandhi Road to Bengal Chemical is ₹15. With a smart card the fare is ₹13 (save ₹2). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ₹13.

Which platform at Mahatma Gandhi Road for Bengal Chemical?

At Mahatma Gandhi Road, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Kavi Subhash. Look for the electronic board showing "Kavi Subhash".

What is the last train from Mahatma Gandhi Road to Bengal Chemical?

The last train from Mahatma Gandhi Road towards Kavi Subhash departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Bengal Chemical back towards Mahatma Gandhi Road departs at 22:30.

How many stops from Mahatma Gandhi Road to Bengal Chemical?

There are 7 stops between Mahatma Gandhi Road and Bengal Chemical on the Blue Line. The stations are: Mahatma Gandhi Road, Central, Chandni Chowk, Esplanade.

Mahatma Gandhi Road To Bengal Chemical

ShortestShortest Route

Mahatma Gandhi Road

Platform 1·underground·Blue LineTowards Kavi Subhash

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

Central

+2.77 min

2.77 min · 1.25 km

Chandni Chowk

+5.56 min

2.79 min · 1.26 km

Esplanade

green interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground3.77 km

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

interchange Esplanade — 5 min

Platform 1 · Green Line ·Platform 3 Towards Howrah Maidan

+5 min

Esplanade

blue interchange

Platform 3·underground·Green LineTowards Howrah Maidan

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

Sealdah

+3.25 min

3.25 min · 1.51 km

Phoolbagan

+6.5 min

3.25 min · 1.51 km

Salt Lake Stadium

+9.73 min

3.23 min · 1.5 km

Bengal Chemical

Arrive Platform 1·elevated6.03 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

26 min

Total time

stops

9.8 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Mahatma Gandhi Road	05:00	23:00	Towards Kavi Subhash
Bengal Chemical	05:00	23:00	Towards Mahatma Gandhi Road

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

₹15

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

₹13

Save ₹2 per ride

Off-peak smart card

₹13

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

1.32 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.61 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~39 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹15

Bike

₹68

Auto

₹148

Cab

₹266

Estimates for 9.8 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Departure station

Mahatma Gandhi Road

underground

Mahatma Gandhi Road, Kolkata, West Bengal

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Bengal Chemical

elevated

Bengal Chemical, Kolkata, West Bengal

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water