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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Contai to Kolkata is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs ₹1,500 - ₹2,300.

Is there a direct bus between Contai and Kolkata?

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 Kolkata?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kanthi P H and arriving at Howrah Jn. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 49m.

How far is it from Contai to Kolkata?

The distance between Contai and Kolkata is 156 km. The road distance is 145.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Contai to Kolkata without a car is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs .

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

The train from Kanthi P H to Howrah Jn takes 2h 49m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Contai to Kolkata bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Contai to Kolkata train from?

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

Train or bus from Contai to Kolkata?

The best way to get from Contai to Kolkata is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹120 - ₹200 and takes 3h 55m.

Where does the Contai to Kolkata bus arrive?

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

Where does the Contai to Kolkata train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Contai to Kolkata?

Yes, the driving distance between Contai to Kolkata is 146 km. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Contai to Kolkata.

Where can I stay near Kolkata?

There are 634+ hotels available in Kolkata.

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

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

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 156.4 km
Duration: 2h 49m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Kanthi P H to Howrah Jn twice daily, and the journey takes 2h 49m. 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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