How long does it take from Taratala to Salt Lake Sector V by metro?

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

What is the metro fare from Taratala to Salt Lake Sector V?

The token fare from Taratala to Salt Lake Sector V 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 Salt Lake Sector V?

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 Salt Lake Sector V?

The last train from Taratala towards Majerhat departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Salt Lake Sector V back towards Taratala departs at 22:30.

How many stops from Taratala to Salt Lake Sector V?

There are 1 stop between Taratala and Salt Lake Sector V on the Purple Line. The stations are: Taratala, Majerhat.

Taratala To Salt Lake Sector V

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 Salt Lake Sector V. Take the metro to Majerhat, then catch a Bus, Auto, Taxi/Cab for the remaining 12.82 km (≈43 min) to reach Salt Lake Sector V.

Majerhat → Salt Lake Sector V12.82 km≈43 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
Taratala	05:00	23:00	Towards Majerhat
Salt Lake Sector V	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

Popular routes

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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

Salt Lake Sector V

elevated

Salt Lake Sector V, Kolkata, West Bengal

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Salt Lake Sector V main road· Sector V IT Hub♿

Salt Lake Sector V bus stop· Sector V IT Hub♿

Check the direction board before entering the platform.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water