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

The cheapest way to get from Contai to Sealdah is to bus which costs ₹130 - ₹220 and takes 4h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Contai to Sealdah is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs ₹1,500 - ₹2,300.

Is there a direct bus between Contai and Sealdah?

No, there is no direct bus from Contai to Sealdah. However, there are services departing from Contai and arriving at Seldah via Babughat Bus stand. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Contai to Sealdah?

The distance between Contai and Sealdah is 163 km. The road distance is 146.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Contai to Sealdah without a car is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs ₹170 - ₹1,300.

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

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Contai to Sealdah, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Contai to Sealdah bus from?

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

Train or bus from Contai to Sealdah?

The best way to get from Contai to Sealdah is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs ₹170 - ₹1,300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹130 - ₹220 and takes 4h 24m.

Where does the Contai to Sealdah bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Contai to Sealdah?

Yes, the driving distance between Contai to Sealdah is 147 km. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Contai to Sealdah.

Where can I stay near Sealdah?

There are 1073+ hotels available in Sealdah.

Contai to Sealdah - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Kanthi P H to Howrah Jntrain 12858 / ...
3h 9m
₹179–1,275
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Contai to Kolkata Esplanadebus
4h 24m
₹136–215
Drive 146.5 km
1. Drive from Contai to Sealdahcar 146.5 km
2h 4m
₹1,560–2,253
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Contai to Sealdahtaxi 146.5 km
2h 4m
₹3,200–3,900
Bus via Mandarmani
1. Take the bus from Mandarmani to Kolkatabus
5h 21m
₹873–1,049

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Contai to Sealdah.

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Distance: 162.6 km
Duration: 3h 9m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Kanthi P H to Howrah Jn twice daily. Tickets cost ₹160–1,300 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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