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Kolkata Metro Network
Total Stations
55 Active / 44 Inactive
Total Metro Lines
5 Active / 1 Inactive
Train Coaches
4/6/8 Coaches
Operation Started
24 October 1984
Kolkata Metro Overview
Hop on a Kolkata Metro Metro train for a convenient, fast, and eco-friendly way to explore Kolkata and its neighbouring areas. With well-defined routes and an easy-to-navigate route map, the Kolkata Metro is a popular public transit system and a preferred mode of travel to visit top attractions in and around Kolkata. At present there are 55 active metro stations. YoMetro helps you with information such as Kolkata Metro route, service updates, timings, first/last train schedule, metro route map, fare charts, ticket details, interchange, top attractions near metro stations, and metro news.
Kolkata Metro Map 2026
View the complete Kolkata Metro Map 2026 showing all lines, stations, interchanges, and route connectivity to help you plan a smooth and efficient metro journey in Kolkata.
Kolkata Metro Fare Chart & Discounts
Check the latest Kolkata Metro Fare Chart showing Normal Fare, discounted Smart Card Fare, and Special Day Fare (if avilable) based on distance or station-wise slabs to easily estimate metro travel expenses in Kolkata.
Distance-based Fare Rules
| Distance (Km) | Normal Fare | Smart Card Fare | Special Day Fare |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 2 | ₹5.00 | ₹4.00 | ₹5.00 |
| 2 - 5 | ₹10.00 | ₹8.00 | ₹10.00 |
| 5 - 8 | ₹15.00 | ₹12.00 | ₹15.00 |
| 8 - 10 | ₹20.00 | ₹16.00 | ₹20.00 |
| 10 - 13 | ₹25.00 | ₹20.00 | ₹25.00 |
| 13 - 18 | ₹30.00 | ₹24.00 | ₹30.00 |
| 18 - 22 | ₹35.00 | ₹28.00 | ₹35.00 |
| 22 - 28 | ₹40.00 | ₹32.00 | ₹40.00 |
| 28 - Above | ₹50.00 | ₹40.00 | ₹50.00 |
Card / Ticket Discounts
| Product Name | Price | Discount | User Type | Get From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smart Card | ₹160.00 | 10.00% | All | Ticket Counters |
Kolkata Metro Lines & Terminal Stations 2026
Check the Kolkata Metro Lines with Terminal Stations to better understand metro line routes, interchanges, and connectivity details of the metro network in Kolkata.
Line Status: Active Under Construction Approved In Plan
| Metro Lines | Terminal Station | Line Status |
|---|---|---|
| Blue | Dakshineswar ⇄ Kavi Subhash (New Garia) | |
| Green | Salt Lake Sector V ⇄ Howrah Maidan | |
| Purple | Joka ⇄ Majerhat | |
| Yellow | Noapara ⇄ Jai Hind (Airport) | |
| Pink | Krishna Kali ⇄ Mangal Pandey | |
| Orange | Beliaghata ⇄ Kavi Subhash (New Garia) |
Kolkata Metro History, Facts and Expansion Plan
Get insights into Kolkata Metro history, notable facts, and expansion plans, explaining its evolution, infrastructure growth, and future connectivity improvements in Kolkata Metro.
- The Kolkata Metro is a rapid transit system serving the city of Kolkata in West Bengal, India.
- Long before India gained freedom, the Imperial Legislative Council In 1919, established a committee that recommended a metro line in Kolkata.
- In 1921, Harley Dalrymple-Hay proposed the East–West Tube Railway in Kolkata. However, in 1923, the proposal was not undertaken due to a lack of funds.
- Following India's independence, in 1949–1950, Bidhan Chandra Roy, the Chief Minister of West Bengal, conceived the idea of an underground railway for Kolkata.
- While he explored alternative solutions, the Metropolitan Transport Project (MTP) was established in 1969.
- The foundation stone of India's first Metro project was laid by Indira Gandhi, the Prime Minister of India, on 29 December 1972.
- Construction work began in December 1973–74.
- The first metro service in India commenced on 24 October 1984, covering a 3.40 km distance from Esplanade to Bhawanipur station.
- The initial phase of the Kolkata Metro was planned for completion and became operational in February 1995.
- Subsequently, all the Kolkata Metro extension projects were undertaken one by one.
- By 2011–2012, the Railway Ministry had announced plans for the construction of five new metro lines and an extension of the existing north–south corridor. These were:
- Salt Lake – Howrah Maidan (Line 2 or East–West Metro Corridor)
- Joka – B.B.D. Bagh (Line 3. Later truncated till Esplanade)
- Noapara–Barasat (Line 4, via airport)
- Baranagar–Barrackpore (Line 5)
- New Garia – Dum Dum Airport (Line 6)
- The Kolkata Metro is the first planned and operational rapid transit system in India.
- It was initially conceptualized in the 1920s, but construction began in the 1970s.
- The foundation stone of the project was laid by Indira Gandhi, the then Prime Minister of India, on 29 December 1972, and construction work commenced in 1973–74.
- The first elevated stretch, from Bhawanipore (now Netaji Bhawan) to Esplanade, was inaugurated on 24 October 1984.
- The first metro was operated by Tapan Kumar Nath and Sanjoy Sil.
- Kolkata Metro is the only metro system in India that is completely owned and funded by the Ministry of Railways and is operated by Indian Railways.
- Four more lines are under construction and in the planning stage.
- Kolkata Metro trains operate from 05:45 AM (first train) to 09:55 PM (last train).
- Kolkata Metro offers the lowest starting fare in the country, ranging from ₹5 to ₹30.
- In 2013, a single type of Smart Card (General Smart Card) was introduced. Additionally, two types of Tourist Smart Cards—Tourist Smart Card I and Tourist Smart Card II—were launched. Online smart card recharge facilities were introduced on 1 July 2020.
- Trains operate at an average speed of 55–60 km/h (34–37 mph) and typically stop for about 10–20 seconds at each station, depending on passenger volume.
- Although no full coach is reserved for women, specific sections of seats in each compartment are allocated for women, senior citizens, and physically challenged passengers.
- Special night-long services are run during Durga Puja (Mahasaptami to Mahanavami), with operations starting at 1:00 PM and continuing until 4:00 AM the next day.
Kolkata Metro Network Expansion Plan:
Future plans include expanding the Kolkata Metro network by about 90 km by 2025 and 130 km by 2027. This includes Noapara to Barasat (Yellow Line Extension), Joka to Diamond Park (Purple Line Extension), and New Garia to Airport (Orange Line Extension). This expansion will not only improve connectivity within the city but also reduce traffic congestion and have a positive impact on the environment.
Kolkata Metro FAQs
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Kolkata Metro News & Updates
Stay updated with the latest Kolkata Metro Metro news—new lines, station openings, service changes, fare updates, and key commuter announcements.
Metro Railway Kolkata has launched a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) on the underground portion of its Blue Line. The move is aimed at improving energy efficiency and ensuring commuter safety during unexpected power outages.
Metro Railway Kolkata has invited bids for a major infrastructure modernization project costing ₹345.76 crore. The first phase of the project will include replacement and upgrade of equipment at 750V DC traction substations, replacement and upgrade of third rail and power cables, and upgrade of 11 kV auxiliary substations to 33 kV auxiliary substations.
Kolkata Metro has started broadcasting an audio message at several stations on the North-South corridor, urging commuters not to commit suicide and seek professional help during mental health crises.
The Kolkata Metro's major corridors have been allocated a mix of funding this year, with some lines seeing a slight increase in funding while others have seen a decrease. The Orange Line, connecting New Garia to the airport, has been allocated ₹705.5 crore (705.5 million rupees). This is a slight decline from last year's ₹720 crore (720 million rupees). In contrast, the Purple Line, running from Joka to Esplanade, received ₹906 crore (906 million rupees), a slight increase from last year's ₹901 crore (901 million rupees). The Green Line, or East-West Metro, which is already operational over a 16.6-kilometer route, has been allocated ₹529 crore (529 million rupees), up from last year's ₹500 crore (500 million rupees).
कोलकाता की पर्पल लाइन मेट्रो परियोजना ने एक महत्वपूर्ण उपलब्धि हासिल की है क्योंकि 1847 में स्थापित प्रतिष्ठित कोलकाता रेस कोर्स के हिस्से, रॉयल कलकत्ता टर्फ क्लब (आरसीटीसी) के नीचे सुरंग निर्माण कार्य आगे बढ़ा है| दुर्गा नाम की पहली टीबीएम ने 10 जुलाई 2025 को एस्प्लेनेड की ओर जाने वाली सुरंग की खुदाई शुरू की और लगभग 600 मीटर की खुदाई करने के बाद नवंबर के अंत तक आरसीटीसी तक पहुंच गई।
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