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

The cheapest way to get from Howrah to Forbesganj is to ferry and bus and train which costs ₹420 - ₹2,100 and takes 14h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Howrah to Forbesganj is to fly and train which takes 5h 25m and costs ₹7,500 - ₹32,000.

Is there a direct train between Howrah and Forbesganj?

No, there is no direct train from Howrah to Forbesganj. However, there are services departing from Howrah Jn and arriving at Forbesganj via Barddhaman. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 53m.

How far is it from Howrah to Forbesganj?

The distance between Howrah and Forbesganj is 458 km. The road distance is 505.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Howrah to Forbesganj without a car is to train which takes 11h 53m and costs ₹400 - ₹3,100.

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

It takes approximately 5h 25m to get from Howrah to Forbesganj, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Howrah to Forbesganj train from?

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

Train or fly from Howrah to Forbesganj?

The best way to get from Howrah to Forbesganj is to train which takes 11h 53m and costs ₹400 - ₹3,100. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs ₹6,500 - ₹39,000 and takes 6h 18m.

Where does the Howrah to Forbesganj train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Howrah to Forbesganj?

Yes, the driving distance between Howrah to Forbesganj is 506 km. It takes approximately 7h 43m to drive from Howrah to Forbesganj.

Where can I stay near Forbesganj?

There are six+ hotels available in Forbesganj.

Howrah to Forbesganj - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, ferry, bus, and car

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

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Fly to Purnea Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Purnea Airport (PXN)plane CCU - PXN
2. Take the train from Purnia Jn to Forbesganjtrain
5h 25m
₹7,548–31,598
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Howrah Jn to Barddhamantrain 12321 / ...
2. Take the train from Barddhaman to Forbesganjtrain 13159
11h 53m
₹401–3,082
Ferry, bus, train
1. Take the ferry from Howrah Jetty to Fairlieferry
2. Take the bus from Esplanade to Maldabus
3. Take the train from Malda Town to Forbesganjtrain
14h 55m
₹426–2,058
Drive 505.9 km
1. Drive from Howrah to Forbesganjcar 505.9 km
7h 43m
₹5,663–8,179
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Howrah to Forbesganjtaxi 505.9 km
7h 43m
₹11,000–14,000
Fly to Biratnagar Airport
1. Fly from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Biratnagar Airport (BIR)plane CCU - BIR
6h 18m
₹6,808–38,448
Fly to Bagdogra Airport, train
1. Fly from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Bagdogra Airport (IXB)plane CCU - IXB
2. Take the train from Baghdogra to Forbesganjtrain
9h 33m
₹4,228–10,718

Howrah to Forbesganj by train

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11h 53mAverage Duration

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Distance: 458.1 km
Duration: 5h 25m

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

You can take a train from Howrah Jn to Forbesganj via Barddhaman in around 11h 53m. Alternatively, Buddha Air Ltd flies from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Biratnagar Airport (BIR) twice daily.

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