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How to get fromHowrah to Contaiby train, ferry, bus, car, or taxi

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

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  1. Train

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    1. Take the train from Santragachi Jn to Kanthi P Htrain train 12857 / ...
    2h 12m
    ₹160–1,300

  2. Ferry, bus

    1. Take the ferry from Howrah Jetty to Fairlieferry ferry
    2. Take the bus from Kolkata to Contaibus bus redbusIndia_A/C Seater
    4h 15m

  3. Drive  138.1 km

    1. Drive from Howrah to Contaicar car 138.1 km
    1h 55m
    ₹1,547–2,234

  4. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Howrah to Contaitaxi taxi 138.1 km
    1h 55m
    ₹3,000–3,700

Howrah to Contai by train

Calendar15Weekly Trains
Duration2h 12mAverage Duration
Ticket₹160Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 149 km
  • Duration: 2h 12m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Santragachi Jn to Kanthi P H twice daily. Tickets cost ₹160–1,300 and the journey takes 2h 12m.

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