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

The journey from Maidan to Taratala takes approximately 14 minutes by Kolkata Metro, covering 6.28 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Maidan to Taratala?

The token fare from Maidan to Taratala 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 Maidan for Taratala?

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 Taratala?

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

How many stops from Maidan to Taratala?

There are 5 stops between Maidan and Taratala on the Blue Line. The stations are: Maidan, Rabindra Sadan, Netaji Bhavan, Jatin Das Park, Kalighat, Rabindra Sarobar.

Maidan To Taratala

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

Jatin Das Park

+8.35 min

2.79 min · 1.26 km

Kalighat

+11.12 min

2.77 min · 1.25 km

Rabindra Sarobar

Arrive Platform 1·underground6.28 km

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

Last-mile connection needed

Auto / Taxi/Cab

No metro line directly serves Taratala. Take the metro to Rabindra Sarobar, then catch a Auto, Taxi/Cab for the remaining 2.58 km (≈13 min) to reach Taratala.

Rabindra Sarobar → Taratala2.58 km≈13 min

Route on the map

FromTo

Journey at a glance

14 min

Total time

stops

6.28 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

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

₹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

0.85 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.39 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~25 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹15

Bike

₹48

Auto

₹106

Cab

₹188

Estimates for 6.28 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

Taratala

elevated

Taratala, Kolkata, West Bengal

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water