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🚆 Kolkata Metro: Baranagar to City Centre

The Kolkata Metro journey from Baranagar to City Centre involves an interchange at Esplanade — from the Blue Line to the Green Line. Total distance is 19 km with an estimated travel time of 38 minutes across 16 stations.

🛤️ Route Overview

This route on the Kolkata Metro runs along the Blue Line, with an interchange to the Green Line at Esplanade. Baranagar station has been operational since 2017. City Centre station opened in 2020.

🗺️ Kolkata Metro Map, Route and Ticket Price Guide

Use this Kolkata Metro route map to plan the journey from Baranagar to City Centre. 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

Baranagar

Blue Line
→ Next: noapara (4 min)
2

Noapara

Blue Line
→ Next: dumdum (4 min)
3

Dum Dum

Blue Line
→ Next: belgachhia (3 min)
4

Belgachhia

Blue Line
→ Next: shyambazaar (3 min)
5

Shyambazaar

Blue Line
→ Next: shobhabazar_sutanuti (1 min)
6

Shobhabazar Sutanuti

Blue Line
→ Next: girish_park (1 min)
7

Girish Park

Blue Line
→ Next: mahatma_gandhi_road (1 min)
8

Mahatma Gandhi Road

Blue Line
→ Next: central (1 min)
9

Central

Blue Line
→ Next: chandni_chowk (1 min)
10

Chandni Chowk

Blue Line
→ Next: esplanade (0 min)
11

Esplanade

Blue Line
🏁 Terminal Station
12

Esplanade

Green Line
→ Next: sealdah (3 min)
13

Sealdah

Green Line
→ Next: phoolbagan (4 min)
14

Phoolbagan

Green Line
→ Next: salt_lake_stadium (2 min)
15

Salt Lake Stadium

Green Line
→ Next: bengal_chemical (1 min)
16

Bengal Chemical

Green Line
→ Next: city_centre (2 min)
17

City Centre

Green Line
🏁 Terminal Station

📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown

1

Baranagar → Noapara

📏 Distance: 2.04 km
⏱️ Time: 4 min
2

Noapara → Dumdum

📏 Distance: 2.05 km
⏱️ Time: 4 min
3

Dum Dum → Belgachhia

📏 Distance: 1.94 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
4

Belgachhia → Shyambazaar

📏 Distance: 1.75 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
5

Shyambazaar → Shobhabazar Sutanuti

📏 Distance: 0.72 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
6

Shobhabazar Sutanuti → Girish Park

📏 Distance: 0.99 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
7

Girish Park → Mahatma Gandhi Road

📏 Distance: 0.74 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
8

Mahatma Gandhi Road → Central

📏 Distance: 0.97 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
9

Central → Chandni Chowk

📏 Distance: 0.78 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
10

Chandni Chowk → Esplanade

📏 Distance: 0.30 km
⏱️ Time: N/A min
12

Esplanade → Sealdah

📏 Distance: 1.92 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
🔄 Transfer: Green Line
13

Sealdah → Phoolbagan

📏 Distance: 2.05 km
⏱️ Time: 4 min
14

Phoolbagan → Salt Lake Stadium

📏 Distance: 1.40 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
15

Salt Lake Stadium → Bengal Chemical

📏 Distance: 0.79 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
16

Bengal Chemical → City Centre

📏 Distance: 1.04 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min

🏢 Station Facilities

🚉

Baranagar

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Noapara

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Dum Dum

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

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
🚉

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

💡 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 Baranagar to City Centre on the Kolkata Metro?
A: There are 16 stations on this route, covering 19 km. You need to change trains at Esplanade.

Q: What is the first and last Kolkata Metro from Baranagar?
A: The first metro from Baranagar 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 Baranagar to City Centre by Kolkata Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 38 minutes under normal conditions, covering 19 km across 16 stations.

Fare & Tickets

Q: What is the Kolkata Metro fare from Baranagar to City Centre?
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 Baranagar to City Centre drops from INR 25 to INR 23.

Station Facilities

Q: What facilities are available at Baranagar metro station?
A: Baranagar is equipped with: Parking, Toilets. The station has been operational since 2017.

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

🏁 Conclusion

The Kolkata Metro route from Baranagar to City Centre 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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