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

The cheapest way to get from Howrah to Kolkata is to ferry which costs ₹6 - ₹9 and takes 10 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Howrah to Kolkata is to ferry which takes 10 min and costs ₹6 - ₹9.

Is there a direct bus between Howrah and Kolkata?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Howrah Maidan Metro and arriving at Surendranath College. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Howrah and Kolkata?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Howrah Jetty and arriving at Fairlie. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10 min.

Is there a direct train between Howrah and Kolkata?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Howrah Maidan and arriving at Seldah. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11 min.

How far is it from Howrah to Kolkata?

The distance between Howrah and Kolkata is 768 meters.

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

The best way to get from Howrah to Kolkata without a car is to ferry which takes 10 min and costs ₹6 - ₹9.

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

The ferry from Howrah Jetty to Fairlie takes 10 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Howrah to Kolkata bus from?

Howrah to Kolkata bus services, operated by West Bengal Transport Corporation, depart from Howrah Maidan Metro station.

Where do I catch the Howrah to Kolkata train from?

Howrah to Kolkata train services, operated by Kolkata Metro Rail Corporation (KMRC), depart from Howrah Maidan station.

Where does the Howrah to Kolkata bus arrive?

Howrah to Kolkata bus services, operated by West Bengal Transport Corporation, arrive at Surendranath College station.

Where does the Howrah to Kolkata train arrive?

Howrah to Kolkata train services, operated by Kolkata Metro Rail Corporation (KMRC), arrive at Seldah station.

Where can I stay near Kolkata?

There are 1125+ hotels available in Kolkata.

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Duration: 10 min

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

West Bengal Transport Corporation operates a ferry from Howrah Jetty to Fairlie every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ₹6–9 and the journey takes 10 min. Alternatively, Kolkata Metro Rail Corporation (KMRC) operates a subway from Howrah Maidan to Seldah every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ₹13–16 and the journey takes 11 min.

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