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

The journey from Sealdah to Taratala takes approximately 28 minutes by Kolkata Metro, covering 10.3 km across 8 stops.

What is the metro fare from Sealdah to Taratala?

The token fare from Sealdah to Taratala 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 Sealdah for Taratala?

At Sealdah, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Howrah Maidan. Look for the electronic board showing "Howrah Maidan".

What is the last train from Sealdah to Taratala?

The last train from Sealdah towards Howrah Maidan departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Taratala back towards Sealdah departs at 22:30.

How many stops from Sealdah to Taratala?

There are 8 stops between Sealdah and Taratala on the Green Line. The stations are: Sealdah, Esplanade.

Sealdah To Taratala

ShortestShortest Route

Sealdah

Platform 2·underground·Green LineTowards Howrah Maidan

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

Esplanade

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground1.51 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

Park Street

+2.77 min

2.77 min · 1.25 km

Maidan

+5.56 min

2.79 min · 1.26 km

Jatin Das Park

+13.91 min

2.79 min · 1.26 km

Kalighat

+16.68 min

2.77 min · 1.25 km

Rabindra Sarobar

Arrive Platform 1·underground8.79 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

28 min

Total time

stops

10.3 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Sealdah	05:00	23:00	Towards Howrah Maidan
Taratala	05:00	23:00	Towards Sealdah

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

1.39 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.64 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~41 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹20

Bike

₹72

Auto

₹154

Cab

₹276

Estimates for 10.3 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Sealdah

underground

Sealdah, 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