How long does it take from Salt Lake Stadium to Dakshineswar by metro?

The journey from Salt Lake Stadium to Dakshineswar takes approximately 45 minutes by Kolkata Metro, covering 18.34 km across 14 stops.

What is the metro fare from Salt Lake Stadium to Dakshineswar?

The token fare from Salt Lake Stadium to Dakshineswar is ₹25. With a smart card the fare is ₹22 (save ₹3). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ₹22.

Which platform at Salt Lake Stadium for Dakshineswar?

At Salt Lake Stadium, board from Platform 2 (elevated station). The train runs towards Howrah Maidan. Look for the electronic board showing "Howrah Maidan".

What is the last train from Salt Lake Stadium to Dakshineswar?

The last train from Salt Lake Stadium towards Howrah Maidan departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Dakshineswar back towards Salt Lake Stadium departs at 22:30.

How many stops from Salt Lake Stadium to Dakshineswar?

There are 14 stops between Salt Lake Stadium and Dakshineswar on the Green Line. The stations are: Salt Lake Stadium, Phoolbagan, Sealdah, Esplanade.

Salt Lake Stadium To Dakshineswar

ShortestShortest Route

Salt Lake Stadium

Platform 2·elevated·Green LineTowards Howrah Maidan

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

Phoolbagan

+3.23 min

3.23 min · 1.5 km

Sealdah

+6.48 min

3.25 min · 1.51 km

Esplanade

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground4.52 km

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

interchange Esplanade — 5 min

Platform 3 · Blue Line ·Platform 1 Towards Dakshineswar

+5 min

Esplanade

green interchange

Platform 1·underground·Blue LineTowards Dakshineswar

First train: 06:45Last train: 22:30Doors open: right

Chandni Chowk

+2.79 min

2.79 min · 1.26 km

Central

+5.58 min

2.79 min · 1.26 km

Noapara

+25.05 min

2.79 min · 1.26 km

Baranagar

+27.82 min

2.77 min · 1.25 km

Dakshineswar

Arrive Platform 1·elevated13.82 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

45 min

Total time

stops

18.34 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Salt Lake Stadium	05:00	23:00	Towards Howrah Maidan
Dakshineswar	06:45	22:30	Towards Salt Lake Stadium

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

₹25

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

₹22

Save ₹3 per ride

Off-peak smart card

₹22

Save ₹3 per ride

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

Fare guide

Travel green

2.48 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.14 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~73 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹25

Bike

₹120

Auto

₹250

Cab

₹454

Estimates for 18.34 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Green Line

Howrah MaidanSalt Lake Sector V

Green Line

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Green Line

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Green Line

Departure station

Salt Lake Stadium

elevated

Salt Lake Stadium, Kolkata, West Bengal

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Dakshineswar

elevated

Dakshineswar, Kolkata, West Bengal

Weekdays: 06:45 – 22:30(Sundays from 09:50)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Dakshineswar main road· Dakshineswar Kali Temple♿

Dakshineswar bus stop· Dakshineswar Kali Temple♿

Check the direction board before entering the platform.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water