What is the cheapest way to get from Howrah Station to Purulia?

The cheapest way to get from Howrah Station to Purulia is to bus which costs ₹260 - ₹340 and takes 6h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Howrah Station to Purulia?

The fastest way to get from Howrah Station to Purulia is to drive which takes 3h 42m and costs ₹2,700 - ₹4,000.

Is there a direct bus between Howrah Station and Purulia?

No, there is no direct bus from Howrah Station to Purulia. However, there are services departing from Howrah Bus Stand and arriving at Purulia via Kolkata. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Howrah Station and Purulia?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Howrah Jn and arriving at Purulia Jn. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Howrah Station to Purulia?

The distance between Howrah Station and Purulia is 277 km. The road distance is 243.4 km.

How do I travel from Howrah Station to Purulia without a car?

The best way to get from Howrah Station to Purulia without a car is to train via Āsansol which takes 4h 56m and costs ₹310 - ₹2,500.

How long does it take to get from Howrah Station to Purulia?

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Howrah Station to Purulia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Howrah Station to Purulia bus from?

Howrah Station to Purulia bus services, operated by SBSTC, depart from Kolkata station.

Where do I catch the Howrah Station to Purulia train from?

Howrah Station to Purulia train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Howrah Jn station.

Train or bus from Howrah Station to Purulia?

The best way to get from Howrah Station to Purulia is to train via Āsansol which takes 4h 56m and costs ₹310 - ₹2,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹260 - ₹340 and takes 6h 52m.

Where does the Howrah Station to Purulia bus arrive?

Howrah Station to Purulia bus services, operated by SBSTC, arrive at Purulia station.

Where does the Howrah Station to Purulia train arrive?

Howrah Station to Purulia train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Asansol Jn station.

Can I drive from Howrah Station to Purulia?

Yes, the driving distance between Howrah Station to Purulia is 243 km. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Howrah Station to Purulia.

Where can I stay near Purulia?

There are seven+ hotels available in Purulia.

Howrah Station to Purulia - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

How to get fromHowrah Station to Purulia

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 5 ways to get from Howrah Station to Purulia 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 via Āsansol
best
1. Take the train from Howrah Jn to Asansol Jntrain 13005 / ...
2. Take the train from Asansol Jn to Purulia Jntrain 18184 / ...
4h 56m
₹311–2,475
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Howrah Jn to Purulia Jntrain 12827 / ...
5h 57m
₹220–1,800
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kolkata to Puruliabus
6h 52m
₹268–338
Drive 243.4 km
1. Drive from Howrah Station to Puruliacar 243.4 km
3h 42m
₹2,726–3,937
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Howrah Station to Puruliataxi 243.4 km
3h 42m
₹5,000–6,500

Howrah Station to Purulia by foot and train

28Weekly Services

4h 56mAverage Duration

₹311Cheapest Price

See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Howrah Station to Purulia.

Launch map view

Distance: 277.4 km
Duration: 4h 56m

What companies run services between Howrah Station, India and Purulia, India?

You can take a vehicle from Howrah Station to Purulia Jn via Howrah Jn and Asansol Jn in around 4h 56m. Alternatively, SBSTC operates a bus from Kolkata to Purulia once daily. Tickets cost ₹240–310 and the journey takes 5h 42m.

Train operators