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🚆 Kolkata Metro: Bengal Chemical to Dakshineswar

The Kolkata Metro journey from Bengal Chemical to Dakshineswar involves an interchange at Esplanade — from the Green Line to the Blue Line. Total distance is 20 km with an estimated travel time of 40 minutes across 16 stations.

🛤️ Route Overview

This route on the Kolkata Metro runs along the Green Line, with an interchange to the Blue Line at Esplanade. Bengal Chemical station has been operational since 2020. Dakshineswar station opened in 2021.

🗺️ Kolkata Metro Map, Route and Ticket Price Guide

Use this Kolkata Metro route map to plan the journey from Bengal Chemical to Dakshineswar. It includes the interchange, station-by-station route, travel time, distance and Kolkata Metro ticket price in one place. If you are comparing a metro map, metro route map or metro fare before travelling, the route summary below provides the live journey data available for this corridor.

⏰ Operating Hours

🚇 First Train: 6:00 AM
🌙 Last Train: 11:00 PM
⏱️ Frequency: Every 5-15 minutes
⏳ Journey Time: ~40 minutes

💰 Fare Information

💵 Standard: INR 25
🎟️ Discounted: INR 23
💳 Smart Card: 10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.

🚉 Station-by-Station Guide

1

Bengal Chemical

Green Line
→ Next: salt_lake_stadium (1 min)
2

Salt Lake Stadium

Green Line
→ Next: phoolbagan (2 min)
3

Phoolbagan

Green Line
→ Next: sealdah (4 min)
4

Sealdah

Green Line
→ Next: esplanade (3 min)
5

Esplanade

Green Line
🏁 Terminal Station
6

Esplanade

Blue Line
→ Next: chandni_chowk (0 min)
7

Chandni Chowk

Blue Line
→ Next: central (1 min)
8

Central

Blue Line
→ Next: mahatma_gandhi_road (1 min)
9

Mahatma Gandhi Road

Blue Line
→ Next: girish_park (1 min)
10

Girish Park

Blue Line
→ Next: shobhabazar_sutanuti (1 min)
11

Shobhabazar Sutanuti

Blue Line
→ Next: shyambazaar (1 min)
12

Shyambazaar

Blue Line
→ Next: belgachhia (3 min)
13

Belgachhia

Blue Line
→ Next: dumdum (3 min)
14

Dum Dum

Blue Line
→ Next: noapara (4 min)
15

Noapara

Blue Line
→ Next: baranagar (4 min)
16

Baranagar

Blue Line
→ Next: dakshineswar (3 min)
17

Dakshineswar

Blue Line
🏁 Terminal Station

📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown

1

Bengal Chemical → Salt Lake Stadium

📏 Distance: 0.79 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
2

Salt Lake Stadium → Phoolbagan

📏 Distance: 1.40 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
3

Phoolbagan → Sealdah

📏 Distance: 2.05 km
⏱️ Time: 4 min
4

Sealdah → Esplanade

📏 Distance: 1.92 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
6

Esplanade → Chandni Chowk

📏 Distance: 0.30 km
⏱️ Time: N/A min
🔄 Transfer: Blue Line
7

Chandni Chowk → Central

📏 Distance: 0.78 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
8

Central → Mahatma Gandhi Road

📏 Distance: 0.97 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
9

Mahatma Gandhi Road → Girish Park

📏 Distance: 0.74 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
10

Girish Park → Shobhabazar Sutanuti

📏 Distance: 0.99 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
11

Shobhabazar Sutanuti → Shyambazaar

📏 Distance: 0.72 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
12

Shyambazaar → Belgachhia

📏 Distance: 1.75 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
13

Belgachhia → Dumdum

📏 Distance: 1.94 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
14

Dum Dum → Noapara

📏 Distance: 2.05 km
⏱️ Time: 4 min
15

Noapara → Baranagar

📏 Distance: 2.04 km
⏱️ Time: 4 min
16

Baranagar → Dakshineswar

📏 Distance: 1.72 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min

🏢 Station Facilities

🚉

Bengal Chemical

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Salt Lake Stadium

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Phoolbagan

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Sealdah

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Esplanade

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets ATMs
🚉

Esplanade

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets ATMs
🚉

Chandni Chowk

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets ATMs
🚉

Central

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Mahatma Gandhi Road

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Girish Park

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Dum Dum

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Noapara

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Baranagar

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Dakshineswar

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets

💡 Travel Tips

  • Arrive at least 5 minutes before the scheduled departure time
  • Check for any service advisories before traveling
  • Consider purchasing a smart card for faster boarding and discounts
  • During peak hours (8-10 AM and 5-7 PM), trains may be more crowded

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Route & Timing

Q: How many stops are there from Bengal Chemical to Dakshineswar on the Kolkata Metro?
A: There are 16 stations on this route, covering 20 km. You need to change trains at Esplanade.

Q: What is the first and last Kolkata Metro from Bengal Chemical?
A: The first metro from Bengal Chemical departs at 6:00 AM and the last train is at 11:00 PM. Timings may vary — check the official metro app.

Q: How long does it take from Bengal Chemical to Dakshineswar by Kolkata Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 40 minutes under normal conditions, covering 20 km across 16 stations.

Fare & Tickets

Q: What is the Kolkata Metro fare from Bengal Chemical to Dakshineswar?
A: The standard token fare is INR 25. With a smart card, you pay INR 23 (10% discount applied automatically).

Q: Is there a discount on Kolkata Metro tickets?
A: Yes. Smart card holders get a flat 10% discount on all fares. The fare from Bengal Chemical to Dakshineswar drops from INR 25 to INR 23.

Station Facilities

Q: What facilities are available at Bengal Chemical metro station?
A: Bengal Chemical is equipped with: Parking, Toilets. The station has been operational since 2020.

Q: What facilities are available at Dakshineswar metro station?
A: Dakshineswar offers: Parking, Toilets. It has been operational since 2021.

🏁 Conclusion

The Kolkata Metro route from Bengal Chemical to Dakshineswar is a 20 km, 40-minute journey with one interchange at Esplanade. At INR 25 (or INR 23 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Kolkata.

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