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

The journey from Sakherbazar to Howrah takes approximately 12 minutes by Kolkata Metro, covering 5.33 km across 4 stops.

What is the metro fare from Sakherbazar to Howrah?

The token fare from Sakherbazar to Howrah 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 Sakherbazar for Howrah?

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 Howrah?

The last train from Sakherbazar towards Majerhat departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Howrah back towards Sakherbazar departs at 22:30.

How many stops from Sakherbazar to Howrah?

There are 4 stops between Sakherbazar and Howrah on the Purple Line. The stations are: Sakherbazar, Behala Chowrasta, Behala Bazar, Taratala, Majerhat.

Sakherbazar To Howrah

ShortestShortest Route

Sakherbazar

Platform 1·elevated·Purple LineTowards Majerhat

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

Behala Chowrasta

+2.92 min

2.92 min · 1.33 km

Behala Bazar

+5.84 min

2.92 min · 1.33 km

Taratala

+8.78 min

2.94 min · 1.34 km

Majerhat

Arrive Platform 1·elevated5.33 km

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

Last-mile connection needed

Bus / Auto / Taxi/Cab

No metro line directly serves Howrah. Take the metro to Majerhat, then catch a Bus, Auto, Taxi/Cab for the remaining 7.34 km (≈27 min) to reach Howrah.

Majerhat → Howrah7.34 km≈27 min

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

12 min

Total time

stops

5.33 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Sakherbazar	05:00	23:00	Towards Majerhat
Howrah	06:45	22:30	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

₹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

0.72 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.33 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~21 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹15

Bike

₹42

Auto

₹94

Cab

₹168

Estimates for 5.33 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

Howrah

underground

Howrah, Kolkata, West Bengal

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water