How long does it take from Maidan to Dum Dum by metro?

The journey from Maidan to Dum Dum takes approximately 28 minutes by Kolkata Metro, covering 12.56 km across 10 stops.

What is the metro fare from Maidan to Dum Dum?

The token fare from Maidan to Dum Dum 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 Maidan for Dum Dum?

At Maidan, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Dakshineswar. Look for the electronic board showing "Dakshineswar".

What is the last train from Maidan to Dum Dum?

The last train from Maidan towards Dakshineswar departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Dum Dum back towards Maidan departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Maidan to Dum Dum?

There are 10 stops between Maidan and Dum Dum on the Blue Line. The stations are: Maidan, Park Street, Esplanade, Chandni Chowk, Central, Mahatma Gandhi Road, Girish Park, Shovabazar–Sutanuti, Shyambazar, Belgachhia, Dum Dum.

Maidan To Dum Dum

ShortestShortest Route

Maidan

Platform 2·underground·Blue LineTowards Dakshineswar

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

Park Street

+2.79 min

2.79 min · 1.26 km

Esplanade

green interchange

+5.56 min

2.77 min · 1.25 km

Shyambazar

+22.26 min

2.79 min · 1.26 km

Belgachhia

+25.05 min

2.79 min · 1.26 km

Dum Dum

Arrive Platform 2·elevated12.56 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

28 min

Total time

stops

12.56 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Maidan	05:00	23:00	Towards Dakshineswar
Dum Dum	05:00	23:00	Towards Maidan

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

1.70 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.78 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~50 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹20

Bike

₹86

Auto

₹180

Cab

₹326

Estimates for 12.56 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

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Departure station

Maidan

underground

Maidan, Kolkata, West Bengal

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Dum Dum

elevated

Dum Dum, Kolkata, West Bengal

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water