What is the cheapest way to get from Contai to Dhanbad?

The cheapest way to get from Contai to Dhanbad is to train which costs ₹350 - ₹2,800 and takes 8h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Contai to Dhanbad?

The fastest way to get from Contai to Dhanbad is to drive which takes 4h 48m and costs ₹3,500 - ₹5,500.

Is there a direct bus between Contai and Dhanbad?

No, there is no direct bus from Contai to Dhanbad. However, there are services departing from Contai and arriving at Dhanbad via Babughat Bus Stand and Kolkata, West Bengal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Contai and Dhanbad?

No, there is no direct train from Contai to Dhanbad. However, there are services departing from Kanthi P H and arriving at Dhanbad Jn via Howrah Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 39m.

How far is it from Contai to Dhanbad?

The distance between Contai and Dhanbad is 415 km. The road distance is 314 km.

How do I travel from Contai to Dhanbad without a car?

The best way to get from Contai to Dhanbad without a car is to train via Kolkata which takes 7h 39m and costs ₹360 - ₹2,900.

How long does it take to get from Contai to Dhanbad?

It takes approximately 7h 39m to get from Contai to Dhanbad, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Contai to Dhanbad bus from?

Contai to Dhanbad bus services, operated by SBSTC, depart from Contai station.

Where do I catch the Contai to Dhanbad train from?

Contai to Dhanbad train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Kanthi P H station.

Train or bus from Contai to Dhanbad?

The best way to get from Contai to Dhanbad is to train via Kolkata which takes 7h 39m and costs ₹360 - ₹2,900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹950 - ₹3,100 and takes 10h 42m.

Where does the Contai to Dhanbad bus arrive?

Contai to Dhanbad bus services, operated by SBSTC, arrive at Kolkata Esplanade station.

Where does the Contai to Dhanbad train arrive?

Contai to Dhanbad train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Howrah Jn station.

Can I drive from Contai to Dhanbad?

Yes, the driving distance between Contai to Dhanbad is 314 km. It takes approximately 4h 48m to drive from Contai to Dhanbad.

Where can I stay near Dhanbad?

There are 50+ hotels available in Dhanbad.

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There are 5 ways to get from Contai to Dhanbad by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train via Kolkata
best
1. Take the train from Kanthi P H to Howrah Jntrain 12858 / ...
2. Take the train from Howrah Jn to Dhanbad Jntrain 12311 / ...
7h 39m
₹364–2,853
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kanthi P H to Asansol Jntrain 13505
2. Take the train from Asansol Jn to Dhanbad Jntrain 12313 / ...
8h 46m
₹352–2,760
Bus
1. Take the bus from Contai to Kolkata Esplanadebus
2. Take the bus from Kolkata, West Bengal to Dhanbadbus Kolkata, West Bengal - Dhanbad
10h 42m
₹970–3,092
Drive 314 km
1. Drive from Contai to Dhanbadcar 314 km
4h 48m
₹3,544–5,119
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Contai to Dhanbadtaxi 314 km
4h 48m
₹6,500–8,500

Contai to Dhanbad by train

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7h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 415.2 km
Duration: 7h 39m

What companies run services between Contai, India and Dhanbad, India?

You can take a train from Kanthi P H to Dhanbad Jn via Howrah Jn in around 7h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Contai to Dhanbad via Kolkata Esplanade, Babughat Bus Stand, Amherst Street, and Kolkata, West Bengal in around 10h 42m.

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