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

The journey from Maidan to Gitanjali takes approximately 25 minutes by Kolkata Metro, covering 11.3 km across 9 stops.

What is the metro fare from Maidan to Gitanjali?

The token fare from Maidan to Gitanjali 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 Gitanjali?

At Maidan, 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 Maidan to Gitanjali?

The last train from Maidan towards Kavi Subhash departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Gitanjali back towards Maidan departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Maidan to Gitanjali?

There are 9 stops between Maidan and Gitanjali on the Blue Line. The stations are: Maidan, Rabindra Sadan, Netaji Bhavan, Jatin Das Park, Kalighat, Rabindra Sarobar, Mahanayak Uttam Kumar, Netaji, Masterda Surya Sen, Gitanjali.

Maidan To Gitanjali

ShortestShortest Route

Maidan

Platform 1·underground·Blue LineTowards Kavi Subhash

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

Rabindra Sadan

+2.77 min

2.77 min · 1.25 km

Netaji Bhavan

+5.56 min

2.79 min · 1.26 km

Netaji

+19.47 min

2.79 min · 1.26 km

Masterda Surya Sen

+22.26 min

2.79 min · 1.26 km

Gitanjali

Arrive Platform 1·elevated11.3 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

25 min

Total time

stops

11.3 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Maidan	05:00	23:00	Towards Kavi Subhash
Gitanjali	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

1.53 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.70 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~45 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹20

Bike

₹78

Auto

₹166

Cab

₹298

Estimates for 11.3 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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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

Gitanjali

elevated

Gitanjali, Kolkata, West Bengal

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water