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

The cheapest way to get from Howrah to Falakata is to bus which costs ₹500 - ₹750 and takes 16h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Howrah to Falakata is to fly and train which takes 5h 54m and costs ₹4,400 - ₹10,000.

Is there a direct bus between Howrah and Falakata?

No, there is no direct bus from Howrah to Falakata. However, there are services departing from Kolkata and arriving at Falakata via Cooch Behar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Howrah and Falakata?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Howrah Jn and arriving at Falakata. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 41m.

How far is it from Howrah to Falakata?

The distance between Howrah and Falakata is 574 km. The road distance is 556.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Howrah to Falakata without a car is to train which takes 10h 41m and costs ₹340 - ₹2,700.

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

It takes approximately 5h 54m to get from Howrah to Falakata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Howrah to Falakata bus from?

Howrah to Falakata bus services, operated by NBSTC, depart from Kolkata station.

Where do I catch the Howrah to Falakata train from?

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

Train or bus from Howrah to Falakata?

The best way to get from Howrah to Falakata is to train which takes 10h 41m and costs ₹340 - ₹2,700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹500 - ₹750 and takes 16h 21m.

Where does the Howrah to Falakata bus arrive?

Howrah to Falakata bus services, operated by NBSTC, arrive at Cooch Behar station.

Where does the Howrah to Falakata train arrive?

Howrah to Falakata train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Falakata station.

Can I drive from Howrah to Falakata?

Yes, the driving distance between Howrah to Falakata is 556 km. It takes approximately 8h 54m to drive from Howrah to Falakata.

Where can I stay near Falakata?

There are two+ hotels available in Falakata.

Howrah to Falakata - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Howrah to Falakata by plane, 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.

Fly to Bagdogra Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Bagdogra Airport (IXB)CCU - IXB
2. Take the train from New Jalpaiguri to Falakata
5h 54m
₹4,492–9,538
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Howrah Jn to Falakata12345 / ...
10h 41m
₹340–2,700
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kolkata to Cooch Behar
16h 21m
₹524–728
Drive 556.4 km
1. Drive from Howrah to Falakata556.4 km
8h 54m
₹5,916–8,545
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Howrah to Falakata556.4 km
8h 54m
₹12,000–15,000
Fly to Saidpur Airport, drive
1. Fly from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Saidpur Airport (SPD)CCU - SPD
2. Drive from Saidpur Airport (SPD) to Falakata
8h 50m
₹9,232–21,938

Howrah to Falakata by train

14Weekly Trains

10h 41mAverage Duration

₹340Cheapest Price

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Distance: 573.6 km
Duration: 5h 54m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Howrah Jn to Falakata twice daily. Tickets cost ₹340–2,700 and the journey takes 10h 41m. Alternatively, NBSTC operates a bus from Kolkata to Cooch Behar twice daily. Tickets cost ₹450–650 and the journey takes 15h.

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