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

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

What is the metro fare from Taratala to Esplanade?

The token fare from Taratala to Esplanade 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 Taratala for Esplanade?

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

What is the last train from Taratala to Esplanade?

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

How many stops from Taratala to Esplanade?

There are 1 stop between Taratala and Esplanade on the Purple Line. The stations are: Taratala, Majerhat.

Taratala To Esplanade

ShortestShortest Route

Taratala

Platform 1·elevated·Purple LineTowards Majerhat

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

Majerhat

Arrive Platform 1·elevated1.33 km

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

Last-mile connection needed

Bus / Auto / Taxi/Cab

No metro line directly serves Esplanade. Take the metro to Majerhat, then catch a Bus, Auto, Taxi/Cab for the remaining 5.7 km (≈22 min) to reach Esplanade.

Majerhat → Esplanade5.7 km≈22 min

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

3 min

Total time

stops

1.33 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Taratala	05:00	23:00	Towards Majerhat
Esplanade	06:45	22:30	Towards Taratala

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

Taratala

elevated

Taratala, Kolkata, West Bengal

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Esplanade

underground

Esplanade, Kolkata, West Bengal

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Esplanade main road· Esplanade Bus Terminus, New Market♿

Esplanade bus stop· Esplanade Bus Terminus, New Market♿

Esplanade market side· Esplanade Bus Terminus, New Market♿

Esplanade station approach· Esplanade Bus Terminus, New Market♿

Check the direction board before entering the platform.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking waterATMParking