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🚆 Kolkata Metro: Shyambazaar to Kalighat

The Blue Line of the Kolkata Metro connects Shyambazaar to Kalighat without any interchange. This direct route covers 10 km in approximately 19 minutes across 13 stations.

🛤️ Route Overview

This route on the Kolkata Metro runs along the Blue Line with no line changes required. Kalighat station opened in 1984.

🗺️ Kolkata Metro Map, Route and Ticket Price Guide

Use this Kolkata Metro route map to plan the journey from Shyambazaar 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: ~19 minutes

💰 Fare Information

💵 Standard: INR 15
🎟️ Discounted: INR 14
💳 Smart Card: 10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.

🚉 Station-by-Station Guide

1

Shyambazaar

Blue Line
→ Next: shobhabazar_sutanuti (1 min)
2

Shobhabazar Sutanuti

Blue Line
→ Next: girish_park (1 min)
3

Girish Park

Blue Line
→ Next: mahatma_gandhi_road (1 min)
4

Mahatma Gandhi Road

Blue Line
→ Next: central (1 min)
5

Central

Blue Line
→ Next: chandni_chowk (1 min)
6

Chandni Chowk

Blue Line
→ Next: esplanade (0 min)
7

Esplanade

Blue Line
→ Next: park_street (2 min)
8

Park Street

Blue Line
→ Next: maidan (1 min)
9

Maidan

Blue Line
→ Next: rabindra_sadan (1 min)
10

Rabindra Sadan

Blue Line
→ Next: netaji_bhavan (1 min)
11

Netaji Bhavan

Blue Line
→ Next: jatin_das_park (1 min)
12

Jatin Das Park

Blue Line
→ Next: kalighat (1 min)
13

Kalighat

Blue Line
🏁 Terminal Station

📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown

1

Shyambazaar → Shobhabazar Sutanuti

📏 Distance: 0.72 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
2

Shobhabazar Sutanuti → Girish Park

📏 Distance: 0.99 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
3

Girish Park → Mahatma Gandhi Road

📏 Distance: 0.74 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
4

Mahatma Gandhi Road → Central

📏 Distance: 0.97 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
5

Central → Chandni Chowk

📏 Distance: 0.78 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
6

Chandni Chowk → Esplanade

📏 Distance: 0.30 km
⏱️ Time: N/A min
7

Esplanade → Park Street

📏 Distance: 1.18 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
8

Park Street → Maidan

📏 Distance: 0.59 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
9

Maidan → Rabindra Sadan

📏 Distance: 0.91 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
10

Rabindra Sadan → Netaji Bhavan

📏 Distance: 0.93 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
11

Netaji Bhavan → Jatin Das Park

📏 Distance: 0.97 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
12

Jatin Das Park → Kalighat

📏 Distance: 0.85 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min

🏢 Station Facilities

🚉

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 Shyambazaar to Kalighat on the Kolkata Metro?
A: There are 13 stations on this route, covering 10 km. No line change is required — it is a direct journey.

Q: What is the first and last Kolkata Metro from Shyambazaar?
A: The first metro from Shyambazaar 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 Shyambazaar to Kalighat by Kolkata Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 19 minutes under normal conditions, covering 10 km across 13 stations.

Fare & Tickets

Q: What is the Kolkata Metro fare from Shyambazaar to Kalighat?
A: The standard token fare is INR 15. With a smart card, you pay INR 14 (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 Shyambazaar to Kalighat drops from INR 15 to INR 14.

Station Facilities

Q: What facilities are available at Shyambazaar metro station?
A: Shyambazaar has standard metro facilities including ticketing counters and waiting areas.

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 Shyambazaar to Kalighat is a 10 km, 19-minute journey with no line change. At INR 15 (or INR 14 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Kolkata.

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