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🚆 Kolkata Metro: Salt Lake Sector V to Dakshineswar

The Kolkata Metro journey from Salt Lake Sector V to Dakshineswar involves an interchange at Esplanade — from the Green Line to the Blue Line. Total distance is 24 km with an estimated travel time of 47 minutes across 20 stations.

🛤️ Route Overview

This route on the Kolkata Metro runs along the Green Line, with an interchange to the Blue Line at Esplanade. Salt Lake Sector V 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 Salt Lake Sector V 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: ~47 minutes

💰 Fare Information

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

🚉 Station-by-Station Guide

1

Salt Lake Sector V

Green Line
→ Next: karunamoyee (1 min)
2

Karunamoyee

Green Line
→ Next: central_park (1 min)
3

Central Park

Green Line
→ Next: city_centre (1 min)
4

City Centre

Green Line
→ Next: bengal_chemical (2 min)
5

Bengal Chemical

Green Line
→ Next: salt_lake_stadium (1 min)
6

Salt Lake Stadium

Green Line
→ Next: phoolbagan (2 min)
7

Phoolbagan

Green Line
→ Next: sealdah (4 min)
8

Sealdah

Green Line
→ Next: esplanade (3 min)
9

Esplanade

Green Line
🏁 Terminal Station
10

Esplanade

Blue Line
→ Next: chandni_chowk (0 min)
11

Chandni Chowk

Blue Line
→ Next: central (1 min)
12

Central

Blue Line
→ Next: mahatma_gandhi_road (1 min)
13

Mahatma Gandhi Road

Blue Line
→ Next: girish_park (1 min)
14

Girish Park

Blue Line
→ Next: shobhabazar_sutanuti (1 min)
15

Shobhabazar Sutanuti

Blue Line
→ Next: shyambazaar (1 min)
16

Shyambazaar

Blue Line
→ Next: belgachhia (3 min)
17

Belgachhia

Blue Line
→ Next: dumdum (3 min)
18

Dum Dum

Blue Line
→ Next: noapara (4 min)
19

Noapara

Blue Line
→ Next: baranagar (4 min)
20

Baranagar

Blue Line
→ Next: dakshineswar (3 min)
21

Dakshineswar

Blue Line
🏁 Terminal Station

📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown

1

Salt Lake Sector V → Karunamoyee

📏 Distance: 0.99 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
2

Karunamoyee → Central Park

📏 Distance: 0.76 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
3

Central Park → City Centre

📏 Distance: 0.87 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
4

City Centre → Bengal Chemical

📏 Distance: 1.04 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
5

Bengal Chemical → Salt Lake Stadium

📏 Distance: 0.79 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
6

Salt Lake Stadium → Phoolbagan

📏 Distance: 1.40 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
7

Phoolbagan → Sealdah

📏 Distance: 2.05 km
⏱️ Time: 4 min
8

Sealdah → Esplanade

📏 Distance: 1.92 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
10

Esplanade → Chandni Chowk

📏 Distance: 0.30 km
⏱️ Time: N/A min
🔄 Transfer: Blue Line
11

Chandni Chowk → Central

📏 Distance: 0.78 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
12

Central → Mahatma Gandhi Road

📏 Distance: 0.97 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
13

Mahatma Gandhi Road → Girish Park

📏 Distance: 0.74 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
14

Girish Park → Shobhabazar Sutanuti

📏 Distance: 0.99 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
15

Shobhabazar Sutanuti → Shyambazaar

📏 Distance: 0.72 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
16

Shyambazaar → Belgachhia

📏 Distance: 1.75 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
17

Belgachhia → Dumdum

📏 Distance: 1.94 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
18

Dum Dum → Noapara

📏 Distance: 2.05 km
⏱️ Time: 4 min
19

Noapara → Baranagar

📏 Distance: 2.04 km
⏱️ Time: 4 min
20

Baranagar → Dakshineswar

📏 Distance: 1.72 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min

🏢 Station Facilities

🚉

Salt Lake Sector V

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Karunamoyee

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Central Park

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets ATMs
🚉

City Centre

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

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 Salt Lake Sector V to Dakshineswar on the Kolkata Metro?
A: There are 20 stations on this route, covering 24 km. You need to change trains at Esplanade.

Q: What is the first and last Kolkata Metro from Salt Lake Sector V?
A: The first metro from Salt Lake Sector V 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 Salt Lake Sector V to Dakshineswar by Kolkata Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 47 minutes under normal conditions, covering 24 km across 20 stations.

Fare & Tickets

Q: What is the Kolkata Metro fare from Salt Lake Sector V 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 Salt Lake Sector V to Dakshineswar drops from INR 25 to INR 23.

Station Facilities

Q: What facilities are available at Salt Lake Sector V metro station?
A: Salt Lake Sector V 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 Salt Lake Sector V to Dakshineswar is a 24 km, 47-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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