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🚆 Kolkata Metro: Gitanjali to Central Park

The Kolkata Metro journey from Gitanjali to Central Park involves an interchange at Esplanade — from the Blue Line to the Green Line. Total distance is 20 km with an estimated travel time of 40 minutes across 18 stations.

🛤️ Route Overview

This route on the Kolkata Metro runs along the Blue Line, with an interchange to the Green Line at Esplanade. Gitanjali station has been operational since 1984. Central Park station opened in 2020.

🗺️ Kolkata Metro Map, Route and Ticket Price Guide

Use this Kolkata Metro route map to plan the journey from Gitanjali to Central Park. 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

Gitanjali

Blue Line
→ Next: masterda_surya_sen (2 min)
2

Masterda Surya Sen

Blue Line
→ Next: netaji (3 min)
3

Netaji

Blue Line
→ Next: mahanayak_uttam_kumar_tollygunge (3 min)
4

Mahanayak Uttam Kumar (Tollygunge)

Blue Line
→ Next: rabindra_sarobar (2 min)
5

Rabindra Sarobar

Blue Line
→ Next: kalighat (2 min)
6

Kalighat

Blue Line
→ Next: jatin_das_park (1 min)
7

Jatin Das Park

Blue Line
→ Next: netaji_bhavan (1 min)
8

Netaji Bhavan

Blue Line
→ Next: rabindra_sadan (1 min)
9

Rabindra Sadan

Blue Line
→ Next: maidan (1 min)
10

Maidan

Blue Line
→ Next: park_street (1 min)
11

Park Street

Blue Line
→ Next: esplanade (2 min)
12

Esplanade

Blue Line
🏁 Terminal Station
13

Esplanade

Green Line
→ Next: sealdah (3 min)
14

Sealdah

Green Line
→ Next: phoolbagan (4 min)
15

Phoolbagan

Green Line
→ Next: salt_lake_stadium (2 min)
16

Salt Lake Stadium

Green Line
→ Next: bengal_chemical (1 min)
17

Bengal Chemical

Green Line
→ Next: city_centre (2 min)
18

City Centre

Green Line
→ Next: central_park (1 min)
19

Central Park

Green Line
🏁 Terminal Station

📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown

1

Gitanjali → Masterda Surya Sen

📏 Distance: 1.04 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
2

Masterda Surya Sen → Netaji

📏 Distance: 1.74 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
3

Netaji → Mahanayak Uttam Kumar Tollygunge

📏 Distance: 1.53 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
4

Mahanayak Uttam Kumar (Tollygunge) → Rabindra Sarobar

📏 Distance: 1.49 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
5

Rabindra Sarobar → Kalighat

📏 Distance: 1.01 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
6

Kalighat → Jatin Das Park

📏 Distance: 0.85 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
7

Jatin Das Park → Netaji Bhavan

📏 Distance: 0.97 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
8

Netaji Bhavan → Rabindra Sadan

📏 Distance: 0.93 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
9

Rabindra Sadan → Maidan

📏 Distance: 0.91 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
10

Maidan → Park Street

📏 Distance: 0.59 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
11

Park Street → Esplanade

📏 Distance: 1.18 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
13

Esplanade → Sealdah

📏 Distance: 1.92 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
🔄 Transfer: Green Line
14

Sealdah → Phoolbagan

📏 Distance: 2.05 km
⏱️ Time: 4 min
15

Phoolbagan → Salt Lake Stadium

📏 Distance: 1.40 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
16

Salt Lake Stadium → Bengal Chemical

📏 Distance: 0.79 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
17

Bengal Chemical → City Centre

📏 Distance: 1.04 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
18

City Centre → Central Park

📏 Distance: 0.87 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min

🏢 Station Facilities

🚉

Gitanjali

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets ATMs
🚉

Masterda Surya Sen

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets ATMs
🚉

Netaji

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets ATMs
🚉

Kalighat

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets ATMs
🚉

Jatin Das Park

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets ATMs
🚉

Netaji Bhavan

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets ATMs
🚉

Rabindra Sadan

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets ATMs
🚉

Maidan

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets ATMs
🚉

Park Street

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets ATMs
🚉

Esplanade

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets ATMs
🚉

Esplanade

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets ATMs
🚉

Sealdah

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Phoolbagan

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Salt Lake Stadium

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Bengal Chemical

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

City Centre

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Central Park

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 Gitanjali to Central Park on the Kolkata Metro?
A: There are 18 stations on this route, covering 20 km. You need to change trains at Esplanade.

Q: What is the first and last Kolkata Metro from Gitanjali?
A: The first metro from Gitanjali 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 Gitanjali to Central Park by Kolkata Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 40 minutes under normal conditions, covering 20 km across 18 stations.

Fare & Tickets

Q: What is the Kolkata Metro fare from Gitanjali to Central Park?
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 Gitanjali to Central Park drops from INR 25 to INR 23.

Station Facilities

Q: What facilities are available at Gitanjali metro station?
A: Gitanjali is equipped with: Parking, Toilets, ATMs. The station has been operational since 1984.

Q: What facilities are available at Central Park metro station?
A: Central Park offers: Parking, Toilets, ATMs. It has been operational since 2020.

🏁 Conclusion

The Kolkata Metro route from Gitanjali to Central Park 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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