Kolkata Metro
Kolkata Metro is India's first rapid transit system, inaugurated on 24 October 1984 with the North-South (Blue) Line. As of mid-2026 it has five operational colour-coded lines (Blue, Green/East-West, Purple, Orange, Yellow) totalling roughly 73.4 km, run jointly by Metro Railway Kolkata (Indian Railways) on the broad-gauge Blue/Purple/Orange/Yellow corridors and Kolkata Metro Rail Corporation (KMRC) on the standard-gauge Green (East-West) corridor. Further extensions on the Orange and Purple lines are targeted for late 2026.
- Lines
- 7
- Stations
- 59
- Network
- 73 km
- Opened
- 1984
Lines
Popular stations
Popular routes
Esplanade → Noapara
Blue Line · Direct · ₹25
10 stationsNoapara → Kavi Subhash
Blue Line · Direct · ₹40
24 stationsNoapara → Esplanade
Blue Line · Direct · ₹25
10 stationsEsplanade → Kavi Subhash
Blue Line · Direct · ₹30
15 stationsKavi Subhash → Noapara
Blue Line · Direct · ₹40
24 stationsKavi Subhash → Esplanade
Blue Line · Direct · ₹30
15 stationsNoapara → Mahakaran
Blue Line + Green Line · 1 interchange · ₹25
11 stationsNoapara → Howrah
Blue Line + Green Line · 1 interchange · ₹30
12 stationsNetwork Map
View full interactive map →Blue Line
Green Line
Frequently asked questions
What are Kolkata Metro operating hours?
Kolkata Metro services generally run from around 6:50 AM to 10:00 PM on weekdays. Exact first and last trains vary by station and direction - check the first/last train page for your station.
What is the minimum and maximum fare on Kolkata Metro?
Kolkata Metro token fares range from ₹5 to ₹50 depending on distance travelled.
How many lines and stations does Kolkata Metro have?
Kolkata Metro currently operates 7 lines serving 59 stations. The network spans about 73 km.
How many interchange stations does Kolkata Metro have?
Kolkata Metro has 3 interchange stations where you can switch between lines.