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Metro Timings: 06:45 AM / 10:45 PM

Reverse Route Station Stops Fare Breakdown Cost Comparison Timings Route Map

From Dakshineswar Station to Sealdah Station Route

Travel Time

~30 min

Platform to platform

Token Fare

₹20

Smart Card: ₹20

Total Stops

Approx 15 km

Interchange

1 Change

Interchange needed

Step-by-Step Station Timeline

12 stations

Journey Corridor:

Blue Line➔Green Line

1 Line Transfer

Blue LineLine 1

TowardsKavi Subhash (New Garia)·11 stops

Board Train· Origin

Dakshineswar(দক্ষিণেশ্বর)

Baranagarবরানগর

Stop 1

Noaparaনোয়াপাড়াInterchange

Stop 2

Dum Dumদমদম

Stop 3

Belgachiaবেলগাছিয়া

Stop 4

Shyambazarশ্যামবাজার

Stop 5

Shobhabazar Sutanutiশোভাবাজার সুতানুটি

Stop 6

Girish Parkগিরিশ পার্ক

Stop 7

Mahatma Gandhi Roadমহাত্মা গান্ধী রোড

Stop 8

Centralসেন্ট্রাল

Stop 9

Chandni Chowkচাঁদনি চক

Stop 10

Interchange Station

Esplanade(এসপ্ল্যানেড)

TransferGreen LinePF2TowardsSalt Lake Sector V

Follow overhead signs to Platform 2 (Green Line) via the underground paid concourse (~3–5 mins walk).

No exit required: walk directly between platforms inside the station paid area without buying a second token.

Green LineLine 2

TowardsSalt Lake Sector V·1 stop

Board Train· Transfer onto Green Line

Esplanade(এসপ্ল্যানেড)Interchange

Destination

Sealdah(শিয়ালদহ)

Arrived at destination

Fare Slab Disclaimer: Approximate fare based on verified Kolkata Metro Network fare slabs. Exact fare depends on distance slab.

Journey Quick Actions

Reverse Route (Sealdah ➔ Dakshineswar)Dakshineswar Station Profile & Map Sealdah Station Profile & Map Official Network Schematic Map

Route Summary & Travel Overview

To reach Sealdah from Dakshineswar, board the train at Dakshineswar station heading towards Kavi Subhash (New Garia) on the Blue Line. The track covers approximately 15 km spanning 12 station stops (including 11 intermediate stops).

This commute requires 1 train transfer. Follow illuminated concourse junction signs and platform directions to switch trains smoothly. The overall journey time is roughly 30 minutes.

A single journey token costs ₹20, while commuters using a Kolkata Metro Smart Card pay a discounted fare of ₹20 with bonus digital recharge credits. You can also generate instant paperless QR tickets through the official Aamar Kolkata Metro app with zero extra convenience charges (plus an exclusive 5% discount on all Blue Line journeys).

Trains run at high frequency every 5 to 10 minutes during peak commute hours. Dedicated female coach reservations are situated at the front of each train, and accessible boarding ramps assist senior citizens and Divyangjan passengers throughout the journey.

First & Last Train Timings (Dakshineswar)

Timetable

First06:50

Last21:40

Travel Cost & Road Mode Comparison

Rapid metro rail vs roadway alternatives for approx 15 km.

Metro Rail

₹20

~30 mins

AC · 0 Traffic

Two Wheeler

~₹180

~38 mins

Fuel + Parking

Auto Rickshaw

~₹270

~42 mins

Meter / Shared

Taxi / Cab

~₹420

~45 mins

Subject to surge

Commuter Savings & Transit Advantage

Best Value

Cost Savings

Save ~₹400

Vs city taxi / cab

Time Conserved

~12 mins faster

Zero traffic delays

Pre-Calculated Commuter Fare Table (Dakshineswar to Sealdah)

Compare physical counter token costs with Smart Card & Aamar Kolkata Metro App digital fares.

5% Off on Blue Line (Aamar App)Zero App Charges (₹0 Fee)10% Recharge Profit

Swipe table horizontally to compare Smart Card & App fares

Commute Duration	Trips	Counter Token	Smart Card	Aamar Kolkata Metro App (QR)	Commuter Profit / Savings
Single Journey	1 trip	₹20	₹20	₹195% OFF Charges: ₹0 Fee · 5% Blue Line Discount	+₹0 Profit
Daily (Round-trip)	2 trips	₹40	₹40	₹385% OFF Charges: ₹0 Fee · 5% Blue Line Discount	+₹0 Profit
Weekly (5 Days)	10 trips	₹200	₹200	₹1905% OFF Charges: ₹0 Fee · 5% Blue Line Discount	+₹0 Profit
Monthly (24 Days)	48 trips	₹960	₹960	₹9125% OFF Charges: ₹0 Fee · 5% Blue Line Discount	Save ₹0/mo

Zero Convenience Charges: Booking mobile QR tickets or recharging smart cards on the official Aamar Kolkata Metro app incurs ₹0 payment gateway fee.

5% Off on Blue Line: Commuters booking Blue Line (Line 1) QR tickets on the official Aamar Kolkata Metro app get an instant 5% ticket discount.

10% User Profit Bonus: A 10% bonus credit is added automatically on ₹100+ digital smart card recharges.

Dakshineswar (দক্ষিণেশ্বর) Metro Station Info

Boarding Station

Blue LineTerminal Station

Available Facilities: Elevator · Escalator · Parking · Railway link · Accessibility ramp · Tactile path

Nearby Landmarks: Dakshineswar Kali Temple, Belur Math

Full Station ProfileStation gates & map

Sealdah (শিয়ালদহ) Metro Station Info

Destination Station

Green Line

Available Facilities: Elevator · Escalator · Railway link · Wifi · Atm · Accessibility ramp · Tactile path

Nearby Landmarks: Sealdah Railway Station

Full Station ProfileStation gates & map

Green Commute & Environmental Benefits

By choosing the metro electric rail system instead of fossil fuel road transport:

CO₂ Emissions Cut

2.10 kg

Electric rail

Fuel Conserved

0.90 L

Petrol saved

Time Saved

~12 min

Vs road traffic

Steps Energy

~93 kcal

Active walk

Commuter Travel Rules & Safety Guidelines

Key guidelines to follow when boarding and commuting on the metro network:

Platform Safety: Always stand behind the yellow tactile safety line on platforms while waiting for arriving trains.

Ticket Validity: Single-journey tokens are valid exclusively on the date and station of purchase.

Women Reservation: The first coach in the train's moving direction is reserved exclusively for female passengers.

Helpline & Assistance: In case of luggage loss or emergency, contact station staff or dial Metro Helpline 139.

Frequently Asked Questions (Dakshineswar to Sealdah)

How much is the metro fare from Dakshineswar to Sealdah?

The standard single-journey token fare is ₹20. Commuters using a Kolkata Metro Smart Card pay a discounted fare of approximately ₹20. Booking via the official Aamar Kolkata Metro app offers an additional 5% discount on Blue Line corridors with ₹0 payment gateway fee.

How long does the metro take from Dakshineswar to Sealdah?

The estimated train travel time is approximately 30 minutes across 12 station stops (approx 15 km), avoiding surface road congestion and traffic bottlenecks.

Do I need to change trains between Dakshineswar and Sealdah?

Yes, this route requires 1 train interchange. Follow platform signs to complete your transfer.

What are the first and last train timings from Dakshineswar?

On weekdays, the first train departs Dakshineswar around 06:50, and the last scheduled train departs at approximately 21:40. Sunday services follow adjusted weekend timetables.

Route Summary & Travel Overview

This commute requires 1 train transfer. Follow illuminated concourse junction signs and platform directions to switch trains smoothly. The overall journey time is roughly 30 minutes.

First & Last Train Timings (Dakshineswar)

Timetable

First06:50

Last21:40

Travel Cost & Road Mode Comparison

Rapid metro rail vs roadway alternatives for approx 15 km.

Metro Rail

₹20

~30 mins

AC · 0 Traffic

Two Wheeler

~₹180

~38 mins

Fuel + Parking

Auto Rickshaw

~₹270

~42 mins

Meter / Shared

Taxi / Cab

~₹420

~45 mins

Subject to surge

Commuter Savings & Transit Advantage

Best Value

Cost Savings

Save ~₹400

Vs city taxi / cab

Time Conserved

~12 mins faster

Zero traffic delays

Commute Duration

Trips

Counter Token

Smart Card

Aamar Kolkata Metro App (QR)

Commuter Profit / Savings

Single Journey

1 trip

₹20

₹195% OFF

Charges: ₹0 Fee · 5% Blue Line Discount

+₹0 Profit

Daily (Round-trip)

2 trips

₹40

₹385% OFF

Charges: ₹0 Fee · 5% Blue Line Discount

+₹0 Profit

Weekly (5 Days)

10 trips

₹200

₹1905% OFF

Charges: ₹0 Fee · 5% Blue Line Discount

+₹0 Profit

Monthly (24 Days)

48 trips

₹960

₹9125% OFF

Charges: ₹0 Fee · 5% Blue Line Discount

Save ₹0/mo

Commuter Travel Rules & Safety Guidelines

Key guidelines to follow when boarding and commuting on the metro network:

Platform Safety: Always stand behind the yellow tactile safety line on platforms while waiting for arriving trains.

Ticket Validity: Single-journey tokens are valid exclusively on the date and station of purchase.

Women Reservation: The first coach in the train's moving direction is reserved exclusively for female passengers.

Helpline & Assistance: In case of luggage loss or emergency, contact station staff or dial Metro Helpline 139.

Frequently Asked Questions (Dakshineswar to Sealdah)

How much is the metro fare from Dakshineswar to Sealdah?

How long does the metro take from Dakshineswar to Sealdah?

The estimated train travel time is approximately 30 minutes across 12 station stops (approx 15 km), avoiding surface road congestion and traffic bottlenecks.

Do I need to change trains between Dakshineswar and Sealdah?

Yes, this route requires 1 train interchange. Follow platform signs to complete your transfer.

What are the first and last train timings from Dakshineswar?

On weekdays, the first train departs Dakshineswar around 06:50, and the last scheduled train departs at approximately 21:40. Sunday services follow adjusted weekend timetables.