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🚆 Kolkata Metro: Salt Lake Stadium to Dakshineswar

The Kolkata Metro journey from Salt Lake Stadium to Dakshineswar involves an interchange at Esplanade — from the Green Line to the Blue Line. Total distance is 19 km with an estimated travel time of 38 minutes across 15 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 Stadium 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 Stadium 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: ~38 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 Stadium

Green Line
→ Next: phoolbagan (2 min)
2

Phoolbagan

Green Line
→ Next: sealdah (4 min)
3

Sealdah

Green Line
→ Next: esplanade (3 min)
4

Esplanade

Green Line
🏁 Terminal Station
5

Esplanade

Blue Line
→ Next: chandni_chowk (0 min)
6

Chandni Chowk

Blue Line
→ Next: central (1 min)
7

Central

Blue Line
→ Next: mahatma_gandhi_road (1 min)
8

Mahatma Gandhi Road

Blue Line
→ Next: girish_park (1 min)
9

Girish Park

Blue Line
→ Next: shobhabazar_sutanuti (1 min)
10

Shobhabazar Sutanuti

Blue Line
→ Next: shyambazaar (1 min)
11

Shyambazaar

Blue Line
→ Next: belgachhia (3 min)
12

Belgachhia

Blue Line
→ Next: dumdum (3 min)
13

Dum Dum

Blue Line
→ Next: noapara (4 min)
14

Noapara

Blue Line
→ Next: baranagar (4 min)
15

Baranagar

Blue Line
→ Next: dakshineswar (3 min)
16

Dakshineswar

Blue Line
🏁 Terminal Station

📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown

1

Salt Lake Stadium → Phoolbagan

📏 Distance: 1.40 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
2

Phoolbagan → Sealdah

📏 Distance: 2.05 km
⏱️ Time: 4 min
3

Sealdah → Esplanade

📏 Distance: 1.92 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
5

Esplanade → Chandni Chowk

📏 Distance: 0.30 km
⏱️ Time: N/A min
🔄 Transfer: Blue Line
6

Chandni Chowk → Central

📏 Distance: 0.78 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
7

Central → Mahatma Gandhi Road

📏 Distance: 0.97 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
8

Mahatma Gandhi Road → Girish Park

📏 Distance: 0.74 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
9

Girish Park → Shobhabazar Sutanuti

📏 Distance: 0.99 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
10

Shobhabazar Sutanuti → Shyambazaar

📏 Distance: 0.72 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
11

Shyambazaar → Belgachhia

📏 Distance: 1.75 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
12

Belgachhia → Dumdum

📏 Distance: 1.94 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
13

Dum Dum → Noapara

📏 Distance: 2.05 km
⏱️ Time: 4 min
14

Noapara → Baranagar

📏 Distance: 2.04 km
⏱️ Time: 4 min
15

Baranagar → Dakshineswar

📏 Distance: 1.72 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min

🏢 Station Facilities

🚉

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 Stadium to Dakshineswar on the Kolkata Metro?
A: There are 15 stations on this route, covering 19 km. You need to change trains at Esplanade.

Q: What is the first and last Kolkata Metro from Salt Lake Stadium?
A: The first metro from Salt Lake Stadium 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 Stadium to Dakshineswar by Kolkata Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 38 minutes under normal conditions, covering 19 km across 15 stations.

Fare & Tickets

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

Station Facilities

Q: What facilities are available at Salt Lake Stadium metro station?
A: Salt Lake Stadium 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 Stadium to Dakshineswar is a 19 km, 38-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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