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🚆 Kolkata Metro: Dum Dum to Kalighat

The Blue Line of the Kolkata Metro connects Dum Dum to Kalighat without any interchange. This direct route covers 14 km in approximately 27 minutes across 15 stations.

🛤️ Route Overview

This route on the Kolkata Metro runs along the Blue Line with no line changes required. Dum Dum station has been operational since 2017. Kalighat station opened in 1984.

🗺️ Kolkata Metro Map, Route and Ticket Price Guide

Use this Kolkata Metro route map to plan the journey from Dum Dum to Kalighat. 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: ~27 minutes

💰 Fare Information

💵 Standard: INR 20
🎟️ Discounted: INR 18
💳 Smart Card: 10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.

🚉 Station-by-Station Guide

1

Dum Dum

Blue Line
→ Next: belgachhia (3 min)
2

Belgachhia

Blue Line
→ Next: shyambazaar (3 min)
3

Shyambazaar

Blue Line
→ Next: shobhabazar_sutanuti (1 min)
4

Shobhabazar Sutanuti

Blue Line
→ Next: girish_park (1 min)
5

Girish Park

Blue Line
→ Next: mahatma_gandhi_road (1 min)
6

Mahatma Gandhi Road

Blue Line
→ Next: central (1 min)
7

Central

Blue Line
→ Next: chandni_chowk (1 min)
8

Chandni Chowk

Blue Line
→ Next: esplanade (0 min)
9

Esplanade

Blue Line
→ Next: park_street (2 min)
10

Park Street

Blue Line
→ Next: maidan (1 min)
11

Maidan

Blue Line
→ Next: rabindra_sadan (1 min)
12

Rabindra Sadan

Blue Line
→ Next: netaji_bhavan (1 min)
13

Netaji Bhavan

Blue Line
→ Next: jatin_das_park (1 min)
14

Jatin Das Park

Blue Line
→ Next: kalighat (1 min)
15

Kalighat

Blue Line
🏁 Terminal Station

📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown

1

Dum Dum → Belgachhia

📏 Distance: 1.94 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
2

Belgachhia → Shyambazaar

📏 Distance: 1.75 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
3

Shyambazaar → Shobhabazar Sutanuti

📏 Distance: 0.72 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
4

Shobhabazar Sutanuti → Girish Park

📏 Distance: 0.99 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
5

Girish Park → Mahatma Gandhi Road

📏 Distance: 0.74 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
6

Mahatma Gandhi Road → Central

📏 Distance: 0.97 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
7

Central → Chandni Chowk

📏 Distance: 0.78 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
8

Chandni Chowk → Esplanade

📏 Distance: 0.30 km
⏱️ Time: N/A min
9

Esplanade → Park Street

📏 Distance: 1.18 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
10

Park Street → Maidan

📏 Distance: 0.59 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
11

Maidan → Rabindra Sadan

📏 Distance: 0.91 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
12

Rabindra Sadan → Netaji Bhavan

📏 Distance: 0.93 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
13

Netaji Bhavan → Jatin Das Park

📏 Distance: 0.97 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
14

Jatin Das Park → Kalighat

📏 Distance: 0.85 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min

🏢 Station Facilities

🚉

Dum Dum

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Girish Park

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Mahatma Gandhi Road

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Central

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Chandni Chowk

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets ATMs
🚉

Esplanade

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets ATMs
🚉

Park Street

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets ATMs
🚉

Maidan

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets ATMs
🚉

Rabindra Sadan

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets ATMs
🚉

Netaji Bhavan

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets ATMs
🚉

Jatin Das Park

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets ATMs
🚉

Kalighat

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets ATMs

💡 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 Dum Dum to Kalighat on the Kolkata Metro?
A: There are 15 stations on this route, covering 14 km. No line change is required — it is a direct journey.

Q: What is the first and last Kolkata Metro from Dum Dum?
A: The first metro from Dum Dum 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 Dum Dum to Kalighat by Kolkata Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 27 minutes under normal conditions, covering 14 km across 15 stations.

Fare & Tickets

Q: What is the Kolkata Metro fare from Dum Dum to Kalighat?
A: The standard token fare is INR 20. With a smart card, you pay INR 18 (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 Dum Dum to Kalighat drops from INR 20 to INR 18.

Station Facilities

Q: What facilities are available at Dum Dum metro station?
A: Dum Dum is equipped with: Parking, Toilets. The station has been operational since 2017.

Q: What facilities are available at Kalighat metro station?
A: Kalighat offers: Parking, Toilets, ATMs. It has been operational since 1984.

🏁 Conclusion

The Kolkata Metro route from Dum Dum to Kalighat is a 14 km, 27-minute journey with no line change. At INR 20 (or INR 18 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Kolkata.

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