The 2026 International Kolkata Book Fair is set to be a bibliophile’s dream, with the fairground at Boimela Prangan, Salt Lake, now connected by a seamless Metro line from Howrah.
The event runs from January 22 to February 3 from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
Here’s your guide to navigating the fair with ease.
Metro Route:
The Green Line (Line 2) now runs from Howrah Maidan to Salt Lake Sector V without changing lines, making it easier to reach the fair. Choose your station based on your destination:
– Karunamoyee Metro Station: Best for Gates 8 and 9 (2-minute walk)
– Central Park Metro Station: Ideal for Gates 1 and 2 (0.6 km away)
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Fair-Special Services:
– Extended hours: Last Metro service departs around 10:00 PM
– Skip the queue: Special Metro ticket booth inside the fairground (between Gates 1 and 2). Visitors can book tickets via UPI
– Increased frequency: Trains run at 12-minute intervals during peak hours
Surface Transport & App-Cabs:
– Special Bus Services (WBTC) from Karunamoyee Terminus to major points: Howrah, Sealdah, Barrackpore, Barasat, Garia, and Santragachi.
– Special AC Buses: Look for services like VS12 (Santragachi) and AC59 (Howrah Station).
For real-time tracking, book lovers can follow “Kolkata bus-o-pedia” on Facebook or Instagram.
App-Cab Kiosks
If you prefer a private ride, dedicated kiosks are situated just outside Gate Number 1.
Kiosks available: Ola, Uber, Rapido, and Yatri Sathi.
A special assistance booth is located near Gate Number 2 for any navigation or safety queries.
The 2026 International Kolkata Book Fair features Argentina as the focal theme country.(Credits: Unsplash) 
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