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

The cheapest way to get from Contai to Howrah is to bus which costs ₹120 - ₹200 and takes 3h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Contai to Howrah is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs ₹1,400 - ₹2,100.

Is there a direct bus between Contai and Howrah?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Contai and arriving at Kolkata Esplanade. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Contai and Howrah?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kanthi P H and arriving at Santragachi Jn. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 10m.

How far is it from Contai to Howrah?

The distance between Contai and Howrah is 149 km. The road distance is 138.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Contai to Howrah without a car is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs ₹160 - ₹1,300.

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

The train from Kanthi P H to Santragachi Jn takes 2h 10m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Contai to Howrah bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Contai to Howrah train from?

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

Train or bus from Contai to Howrah?

The best way to get from Contai to Howrah is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs ₹160 - ₹1,300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹120 - ₹200 and takes 3h 55m.

Where does the Contai to Howrah bus arrive?

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

Where does the Contai to Howrah train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Contai to Howrah?

Yes, the driving distance between Contai to Howrah is 139 km. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Contai to Howrah.

Where can I stay near Howrah?

There are 1063+ hotels available in Howrah.

Contai to Howrah - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Contai to Howrah by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Contai to Howrah by train

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2h 10mAverage Duration

₹160Cheapest Price

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Distance: 149 km
Duration: 2h 10m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Kanthi P H to Santragachi Jn twice daily. Tickets cost ₹160–1,300 and the journey takes 2h 10m. Alternatively, SBSTC operates a bus from Contai to Kolkata Esplanade once daily. Tickets cost ₹120–200 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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