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

The cheapest way to get from Howrah to Birgunj is to train which costs $3 - $29 and takes 17h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Howrah to Birgunj is to fly which takes 6h 22m and costs $150 - $900.

Is there a direct train between Howrah and Birgunj?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Howrah Jn and arriving at Raxaul Jn. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17h 25m.

How far is it from Howrah to Birgunj?

The distance between Howrah and Birgunj is 646 km. The road distance is 709.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Howrah to Birgunj without a car is to train which takes 17h 25m and costs $3 - $29.

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

It takes approximately 6h 22m to get from Howrah to Birgunj, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Howrah to Birgunj train from?

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

Train or fly from Howrah to Birgunj?

The best way to get from Howrah to Birgunj is to fly which takes 6h 22m and costs $150 - $900. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $3 - $29 and takes 17h 25m.

What is the time difference between Howrah and Birgunj?

Birgunj is 15 min ahead of Howrah. It is currently 2:07 AM in Howrah and 2:22 AM in Birgunj.

Where does the Howrah to Birgunj train arrive?

Howrah to Birgunj train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Raxaul Jn station.

Can I drive from Howrah to Birgunj?

Yes, the driving distance between Howrah to Birgunj is 710 km. It takes approximately 10h 40m to drive from Howrah to Birgunj.

Where can I stay near Birgunj?

There are 13+ hotels available in Birgunj.

Howrah to Birgunj - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 7 ways to get from Howrah to Birgunj by plane, train, bus, car, or taxi

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Fly to Simara Airport
best
1. Fly from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Simara Airport (SIF)plane CCU - SIF
6h 22m
$156–870
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Howrah Jn to Raxaul Jntrain 13021 / ...
17h 25m
$3–29
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kolkata, West Bengal to Patnabus Kolkata, West Bengal - Patna
2. Take the train from Patna Jn to Raxaul Jntrain 12546
24h 25m
Drive 709.6 km
1. Drive from Howrah to Birgunjcar 709.6 km
10h 40m
$91–131
Fly to Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Airport, train
1. Fly from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Airport (PAT)plane CCU - PAT
2. Take the train from Patliputra to Raxaul Jntrain
10h 7m
$59–168
Fly to Gorakhpur Airport, train
1. Fly from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Gorakhpur Airport (GOP)plane CCU - GOP
2. Take the train from Gorakhpur to Raxaul Jntrain
11h 25m
$60–221
Fly to Tribhuvan International Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)plane CCU - KTM
2. Take the taxi from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Birgunjtaxi
6h 46m
$220–410

Howrah to Birgunj by train

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17h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 646.4 km
Duration: 6h 22m

What companies run services between Howrah, India and Birgunj, Nepal?

Buddha Air Ltd flies from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Simara Airport (SIF) once daily. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Howrah Jn to Raxaul Jn once daily. Tickets cost $3–29 and the journey takes 17h 25m.

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