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

Reverse Route Station Stops Fare Breakdown Cost Comparison Timings Route Map

From Howrah Station to Dum Dum Station Route

Travel Time

~26 min

Platform to platform

Token Fare

₹20

Smart Card: ₹20

Total Stops

Approx 12.5 km

Interchange

1 Change

Interchange needed

Step-by-Step Station Timeline

10 stations

Journey Corridor:

Green Line➔Blue Line

1 Line Transfer

Green LineLine 2

TowardsSalt Lake Sector V·2 stops

Board Train· Origin

Howrah(হাওড়া)

Mahakaranমহাকরণ

Stop 1

Interchange Station

Esplanade(এসপ্ল্যানেড)

TransferBlue LinePF2TowardsDakshineswar

Follow overhead signs to Platform 2 (Blue 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.

Blue LineLine 1

TowardsDakshineswar·8 stops

Board Train· Transfer onto Blue Line

Esplanade(এসপ্ল্যানেড)Interchange

Chandni Chowkচাঁদনি চক

Stop 1

Centralসেন্ট্রাল

Stop 2

Mahatma Gandhi Roadমহাত্মা গান্ধী রোড

Stop 3

Girish Parkগিরিশ পার্ক

Stop 4

Shobhabazar Sutanutiশোভাবাজার সুতানুটি

Stop 5

Shyambazarশ্যামবাজার

Stop 6

Belgachiaবেলগাছিয়া

Stop 7

Destination

Dum Dum(দমদম)

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 (Dum Dum ➔ Howrah)Howrah Station Profile & Map Dum Dum Station Profile & Map Official Network Schematic Map

Route Summary & Travel Overview

To reach Dum Dum from Howrah, board the train at Howrah station heading towards Salt Lake Sector V on the Green Line. The track covers approximately 12.5 km spanning 10 station stops (including 9 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 26 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 (Howrah)

Timetable

First06:55

Last22:00

Travel Cost & Road Mode Comparison

Rapid metro rail vs roadway alternatives for approx 12.5 km.

Metro Rail

₹20

~26 mins

AC · 0 Traffic

Two Wheeler

~₹150

~33 mins

Fuel + Parking

Auto Rickshaw

~₹225

~36 mins

Meter / Shared

Taxi / Cab

~₹350

~39 mins

Subject to surge

Commuter Savings & Transit Advantage

Best Value

Cost Savings

Save ~₹330

Vs city taxi / cab

Time Conserved

~10 mins faster

Zero traffic delays

Pre-Calculated Commuter Fare Table (Howrah to Dum Dum)

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.

Howrah (হাওড়া) Metro Station Info

Boarding Station

Green Line

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

Nearby Landmarks: Howrah Railway Station (one of India's busiest)

Full Station ProfileStation gates & map

Dum Dum (দমদম) Metro Station Info

Destination Station

Blue Line

Available Facilities: Elevator · Escalator · Railway link · Wifi · Accessibility ramp

Nearby Landmarks: Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (nearby)

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

1.75 kg

Electric rail

Fuel Conserved

0.75 L

Petrol saved

Time Saved

~10 min

Vs road traffic

Steps Energy

~85 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 (Howrah to Dum Dum)

How much is the metro fare from Howrah to Dum Dum?

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 Howrah to Dum Dum?

The estimated train travel time is approximately 26 minutes across 10 station stops (approx 12.5 km), avoiding surface road congestion and traffic bottlenecks.

Do I need to change trains between Howrah and Dum Dum?

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

What are the first and last train timings from Howrah?

On weekdays, the first train departs Howrah around 06:55, and the last scheduled train departs at approximately 22:00. 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 26 minutes.

First & Last Train Timings (Howrah)

Timetable

First06:55

Last22:00

Travel Cost & Road Mode Comparison

Rapid metro rail vs roadway alternatives for approx 12.5 km.

Metro Rail

₹20

~26 mins

AC · 0 Traffic

Two Wheeler

~₹150

~33 mins

Fuel + Parking

Auto Rickshaw

~₹225

~36 mins

Meter / Shared

Taxi / Cab

~₹350

~39 mins

Subject to surge

Commuter Savings & Transit Advantage

Best Value

Cost Savings

Save ~₹330

Vs city taxi / cab

Time Conserved

~10 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 (Howrah to Dum Dum)

How much is the metro fare from Howrah to Dum Dum?

How long does the metro take from Howrah to Dum Dum?

The estimated train travel time is approximately 26 minutes across 10 station stops (approx 12.5 km), avoiding surface road congestion and traffic bottlenecks.

Do I need to change trains between Howrah and Dum Dum?

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

What are the first and last train timings from Howrah?

On weekdays, the first train departs Howrah around 06:55, and the last scheduled train departs at approximately 22:00. Sunday services follow adjusted weekend timetables.