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

The cheapest way to get from Howrah to Janakpur is to train via Belgachia which costs $4 - $35 and takes 17h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Howrah to Janakpur is to fly which takes 6h 9m and costs $200 - $250.

Is there a direct train between Howrah and Janakpur?

No, there is no direct train from Howrah to Janakpur. However, there are services departing from Esplanade and arriving at Janakpur via Kolkata and Jaynagar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 16m.

How far is it from Howrah to Janakpur?

The distance between Howrah and Janakpur is 535 km. The road distance is 622.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Howrah to Janakpur without a car is to train via Belgachia which takes 17h 16m and costs $4 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 6h 9m to get from Howrah to Janakpur, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Howrah to Janakpur train from?

Howrah to Janakpur train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Kolkata station.

Train or fly from Howrah to Janakpur?

The best way to get from Howrah to Janakpur is to fly which takes 6h 9m and costs $200 - $250. Alternatively, you can train via Belgachia, which costs $4 - $35 and takes 17h 16m.

What is the time difference between Howrah and Janakpur?

Janakpur is 15 min ahead of Howrah. It is currently 2:27 PM in Howrah and 2:42 PM in Janakpur.

Where does the Howrah to Janakpur train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Howrah to Janakpur?

Yes, the driving distance between Howrah to Janakpur is 622 km. It takes approximately 9h 25m to drive from Howrah to Janakpur.

Where can I stay near Janakpur?

There are 16+ hotels available in Janakpur.

Howrah to Janakpur - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Howrah to Janakpur by plane, bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Janakpur Airport (JKR)plane CCU - JKR
6h 9m
$200–250
Train via Belgachia
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kolkata to Jaynagartrain 13135
17h 16m
$4–31
Bus, train, drive
1. Take the bus from Kolkata Esplanade to Durgapurbus
2. Take the train from Durgapur to Janakpur Roadtrain
3. Drive from Janakpur Road to Janakpurcar
13h 45m
$9–33
Drive 622.2 km
1. Drive from Howrah to Janakpurcar 622.2 km
9h 25m
$80–115
Train
1. Take the train from Howrah Jn to Jaynagartrain 13031
27h 4m
$5–34

Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Janakpur Airport (JKR) flights

12Weekly Planes

5h 13mAverage Duration

$52Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Howrah to Janakpur.

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Distance: 535.4 km
Duration: 6h 9m

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

Buddha Air Ltd flies from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Janakpur Airport (JKR) twice daily. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Kolkata to Jaynagar once a week. Tickets cost $3–28 and the journey takes 13h 50m.

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