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🚆 Kolkata Metro: Shahid Khudiram to Bengal Chemical

The Kolkata Metro journey from Shahid Khudiram to Bengal Chemical involves an interchange at Esplanade — from the Blue Line to the Green Line. Total distance is 21 km with an estimated travel time of 41 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. Shahid Khudiram station has been operational since 1984. Bengal Chemical station opened in 2020.

🗺️ Kolkata Metro Map, Route and Ticket Price Guide

Use this Kolkata Metro route map to plan the journey from Shahid Khudiram to Bengal Chemical. 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: ~41 minutes

💰 Fare Information

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

🚉 Station-by-Station Guide

1

Shahid Khudiram

Blue Line
→ Next: kavi_nazrul (4 min)
2

Kavi Nazrul

Blue Line
→ Next: gitanjali (0 min)
3

Gitanjali

Blue Line
→ Next: masterda_surya_sen (2 min)
4

Masterda Surya Sen

Blue Line
→ Next: netaji (3 min)
5

Netaji

Blue Line
→ Next: mahanayak_uttam_kumar_tollygunge (3 min)
6

Mahanayak Uttam Kumar (Tollygunge)

Blue Line
→ Next: rabindra_sarobar (2 min)
7

Rabindra Sarobar

Blue Line
→ Next: kalighat (2 min)
8

Kalighat

Blue Line
→ Next: jatin_das_park (1 min)
9

Jatin Das Park

Blue Line
→ Next: netaji_bhavan (1 min)
10

Netaji Bhavan

Blue Line
→ Next: rabindra_sadan (1 min)
11

Rabindra Sadan

Blue Line
→ Next: maidan (1 min)
12

Maidan

Blue Line
→ Next: park_street (1 min)
13

Park Street

Blue Line
→ Next: esplanade (2 min)
14

Esplanade

Blue Line
🏁 Terminal Station
15

Esplanade

Green Line
→ Next: sealdah (3 min)
16

Sealdah

Green Line
→ Next: phoolbagan (4 min)
17

Phoolbagan

Green Line
→ Next: salt_lake_stadium (2 min)
18

Salt Lake Stadium

Green Line
→ Next: bengal_chemical (1 min)
19

Bengal Chemical

Green Line
🏁 Terminal Station

📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown

1

Shahid Khudiram → Kavi Nazrul

📏 Distance: 2.27 km
⏱️ Time: 4 min
2

Kavi Nazrul → Gitanjali

📏 Distance: 0.00 km
⏱️ Time: N/A min
3

Gitanjali → Masterda Surya Sen

📏 Distance: 1.04 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
4

Masterda Surya Sen → Netaji

📏 Distance: 1.74 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
5

Netaji → Mahanayak Uttam Kumar Tollygunge

📏 Distance: 1.53 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
6

Mahanayak Uttam Kumar (Tollygunge) → Rabindra Sarobar

📏 Distance: 1.49 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
7

Rabindra Sarobar → Kalighat

📏 Distance: 1.01 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
8

Kalighat → Jatin Das Park

📏 Distance: 0.85 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
9

Jatin Das Park → Netaji Bhavan

📏 Distance: 0.97 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
10

Netaji Bhavan → Rabindra Sadan

📏 Distance: 0.93 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
11

Rabindra Sadan → Maidan

📏 Distance: 0.91 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
12

Maidan → Park Street

📏 Distance: 0.59 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
13

Park Street → Esplanade

📏 Distance: 1.18 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
15

Esplanade → Sealdah

📏 Distance: 1.92 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
🔄 Transfer: Green Line
16

Sealdah → Phoolbagan

📏 Distance: 2.05 km
⏱️ Time: 4 min
17

Phoolbagan → Salt Lake Stadium

📏 Distance: 1.40 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
18

Salt Lake Stadium → Bengal Chemical

📏 Distance: 0.79 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min

🏢 Station Facilities

🚉

Shahid Khudiram

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets ATMs
🚉

Kavi Nazrul

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets ATMs
🚉

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

💡 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 Shahid Khudiram to Bengal Chemical on the Kolkata Metro?
A: There are 18 stations on this route, covering 21 km. You need to change trains at Esplanade.

Q: What is the first and last Kolkata Metro from Shahid Khudiram?
A: The first metro from Shahid Khudiram 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 Shahid Khudiram to Bengal Chemical by Kolkata Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 41 minutes under normal conditions, covering 21 km across 18 stations.

Fare & Tickets

Q: What is the Kolkata Metro fare from Shahid Khudiram to Bengal Chemical?
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 Shahid Khudiram to Bengal Chemical drops from INR 25 to INR 23.

Station Facilities

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

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

🏁 Conclusion

The Kolkata Metro route from Shahid Khudiram to Bengal Chemical is a 21 km, 41-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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