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

The cheapest way to get from Contai to Siliguri is to bus which costs ₹550 - ₹1,500 and takes 19h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Contai to Siliguri is to train and fly which takes 6h 25m and costs ₹4,600 - ₹10,000.

Is there a direct bus between Contai and Siliguri?

No, there is no direct bus from Contai to Siliguri. However, there are services departing from Contai and arriving at Siliguri via Kolkata. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Contai and Siliguri?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kanthi P H and arriving at New Jalpaiguri. Services depart once a week, and operate Saturday. The journey takes approximately 15h 7m.

How far is it from Contai to Siliguri?

The distance between Contai and Siliguri is 642 km. The road distance is 641.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Contai to Siliguri without a car is to train which takes 15h 7m and costs ₹370 - ₹2,900.

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

It takes approximately 6h 25m to get from Contai to Siliguri, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Contai to Siliguri bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Contai to Siliguri train from?

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

Train or bus from Contai to Siliguri?

The best way to get from Contai to Siliguri is to train which takes 15h 7m and costs ₹370 - ₹2,900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹550 - ₹1,500 and takes 19h 40m.

Where does the Contai to Siliguri bus arrive?

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

Where does the Contai to Siliguri train arrive?

Contai to Siliguri train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at New Jalpaiguri station.

Can I drive from Contai to Siliguri?

Yes, the driving distance between Contai to Siliguri is 641 km. It takes approximately 9h 56m to drive from Contai to Siliguri.

Where can I stay near Siliguri?

There are 221+ hotels available in Siliguri.

Contai to Siliguri - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Contai to Siliguri by train, plane, bus, or car

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

Train, fly
best
1. Take the train from Kanthi P H to Howrah Jn
2. Fly from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Bagdogra Airport (IXB)CCU - IXB
6h 25m
₹4,600–9,698
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kanthi P H to New Jalpaiguri15721
15h 7m
₹370–2,900
Bus
1. Take the bus from Contai to Kolkata Esplanade
2. Take the bus from Kolkata to Siliguri
19h 40m
₹570–1,492
Drive 641.5 km
1. Drive from Contai to Siliguri641.5 km
9h 56m
₹6,743–9,740

Contai to Siliguri by train

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15h 7mAverage Duration

₹370Cheapest Price

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Distance: 642.2 km
Duration: 6h 25m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Kanthi P H to New Jalpaiguri once a week. Tickets cost ₹370–2,900 and the journey takes 15h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Contai to Siliguri via Kolkata in around 19h 40m.

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