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

The journey from Sakherbazar to Gitanjali takes approximately 3 minutes by Kolkata Metro, covering 1.33 km across 1 stop.

What is the metro fare from Sakherbazar to Gitanjali?

The token fare from Sakherbazar to Gitanjali is ₹5. With a smart card the fare is ₹5 (save ₹0). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ₹5.

Which platform at Sakherbazar for Gitanjali?

At Sakherbazar, board from Platform 1 (elevated station). The train runs towards Majerhat. Look for the electronic board showing "Majerhat".

What is the last train from Sakherbazar to Gitanjali?

The last train from Sakherbazar towards Majerhat departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Gitanjali back towards Sakherbazar departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Sakherbazar to Gitanjali?

There are 1 stop between Sakherbazar and Gitanjali on the Purple Line. The stations are: Sakherbazar, Behala Chowrasta.

Sakherbazar To Gitanjali

ShortestShortest Route

Sakherbazar

Platform 1·elevated·Purple LineTowards Majerhat

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

Behala Chowrasta

Arrive Platform 1·elevated1.33 km

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

Last-mile connection needed

Bus / Auto / Taxi/Cab

No metro line directly serves Gitanjali. Take the metro to Behala Chowrasta, then catch a Bus, Auto, Taxi/Cab for the remaining 6.04 km (≈23 min) to reach Gitanjali.

Behala Chowrasta → Gitanjali6.04 km≈23 min

Route on the map

FromTo

Journey at a glance

3 min

Total time

stops

1.33 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Sakherbazar	05:00	23:00	Towards Majerhat
Gitanjali	05:00	23:00	Towards Sakherbazar

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

₹5

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

₹5

Save ₹0 per ride

Off-peak smart card

₹5

Save ₹0 per ride

Use your Kolkata Metro smart card or QR ticketwhere supported by the operator, app, or station counter.

Fare guide

Travel green

0.18 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.08 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~5 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹5

Bike

₹18

Auto

₹46

Cab

₹80

Estimates for 1.33 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Sakherbazar

elevated

Sakherbazar, 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