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Esplanade to Dum Dum Metro Route
Fare & Timings
Station-by-Station Route
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Start at Esplanade station.
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Board the Blue Line towards Dakshineswar · from Platform 1
Ride 9 stops to Dum Dum. -
Arrive at Dum Dum station. You have reached your destination. Exit Gates
Kolkata Metro Route Map 2026
Route from Esplanade to Dum Dum on the map.
Route Summary
How to reach Dum Dum from Esplanade by metro? Board the metro from Esplanade station and travel through 7 intermediate metro stations. This is a direct route on the same line, with no train change required before reaching Dum Dum.
The approximate travel time between Esplanade and Dum Dum is 0 hrs 16 mins. The total distance covered on this metro route is 8.1 Km. The first metro from Esplanade departs at 07:18 AM, while the last train leaves at 10:24 PM.
The estimated metro fare for this route is ₹20. Smart card users may receive discounted fares. Parking facility is not available at either Esplanade or Dum Dum station.
Estimated Travel Cost Comparison and Savings based on distance & typical fares in Indian cities.
| Mode | Est. Cost | Savings vs Metro |
|---|---|---|
| 🚇 Metro | ₹20 | — |
| 🏍 Bike | ₹85 | ₹65 more |
| 🛺 Auto | ₹127 | ₹107 more |
| 🚕 Cab | ₹202 | ₹182 more |
Pre-calculated Weekly/Monthly Fare Chart
The fare shown below is calculated for daily, weekly, and monthly travel which includes both up and down journey and for a single person.
| Period | Cash | Smart Card |
|---|---|---|
| Daily | ₹40 | ₹32 |
| Weekly (5 days) | ₹200 | ₹160 |
| Weekly (6 days) | ₹240 | ₹192 |
| Weekly (7 days) | ₹280 | ₹224 |
| Monthly (20 days) | ₹800 | ₹640 |
| Monthly (24 days) | ₹960 | ₹768 |
| Monthly (28 days) | ₹1,120 | ₹896 |
Commuting with a Kolkata Metro Smart Card saves up to ₹224 per month on this route.
Metro Ride Benefits
- Carbon savings: 1.23 kg CO₂
- Fuel savings: 0.54 litres
- Time saved vs road: 8.1 minutes
- Calories burned (walk to/from station): ~70 kcal
Safety Tips
- Stand behind the yellow line while waiting for the train.
- Keep your belongings secure and within sight at all times.
- Let passengers exit before boarding.
- Hold handrails while the train is moving.
- In an emergency, use the help point or alert station staff.
