PLAN JOURNEY ON PURPLE LINE
Metro Timings: 06:45 AM / 10:45 PM
Kolkata Metro Network CorridorLine 3Partial service
Kolkata Metro Network Purple Line (Line 3) — Route, Timings, Stations & Schedule
Terminal Route: Joka ↔ Majerhat. Complete station sequence, first & last train timings, peak frequency, and interchanges across 7.75 km track.
Purple Line
First Train
08:30 AM
Last Train
15:35 PM
Train Frequency
Every 25 – 40 min
Corridor Span
7 Stops (7.75 km)
Corridor Information & Overview
The Purple Line (Line 3) is a major rapid transit corridor in Kolkata Metro Network, extending over 7.75 km and connecting 7 active stations from Joka to Majerhat.
Operating as an elevated transit network, the corridor facilitates daily travel across dense commercial hubs, residential districts, and major educational and transit interchange junctions.
Operational: Joka – Majerhat only. Extension to Esplanade under construction.
Track Length
7.75 km
Total Stations
7 Stops
Corridor Type
Elevated
Terminal A
Joka
Terminal B
Majerhat
Ticketing
Smart Card & QR
Operating Schedule & Timetable
Monday to Saturday ScheduleFull Operations
First Train
08:30 AM
Last Train
15:35 PM
Peak Frequency
Every 25 – 40 min
Sunday & Holiday ServiceSpecial Timetable
Sunday First
No Sunday service
Sunday Last
—
Sunday Headway
—
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Station Sequence (7 Stops)
Click any station for platform info and street exitsAll Kolkata Stations Directory →
Major Interchange Junctions
This corridor currently runs as a dedicated direct route without intermediate cross-line metro interchanges.
Interchange tokens remain valid across transfersView Fare Chart & Rules →
Frequently Asked Questions (Purple Line)
Essential commuter information regarding Kolkata Metro Network Purple Line timetables, station transfers, and ticketing.
What are the first and last train timings on Kolkata Metro Network Purple Line?
On weekdays (Monday to Saturday), first trains on the Purple Line depart at 08:30 AM and the last commercial service runs at 15:35 PM with peak headway of Every 25 – 40 min. Sunday services run on customized schedules.
How many stations are there on the Purple Line and what is the corridor length?
The Purple Line (Line 3) covers a total distance of 7.75 km with 7 operational stations, running between Joka and Majerhat.
Which stations on the Purple Line offer interchange to other metro corridors?
Currently, the operational section of Purple Line operates as a direct corridor. Future extensions will connect to neighboring rapid transit lines.
Does the Purple Line operate on Sundays?
Sunday operations on this corridor are limited or start later in the day. Passengers are advised to verify real-time station advisories before weekend travel.
What is the fare structure and ticketing system for Purple Line?
Fares on the Purple Line follow official distance-based slabs starting at ₹5 up to ₹25. Commuters can pay using contactless Smart Cards, Single Journey QR tokens, and official mobile ticketing apps.