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

The cheapest way to get from Kolkata to Purulia is to bus which costs ₹240 - ₹310 and takes 5h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kolkata to Purulia is to drive which takes 3h 48m and costs ₹2,600 - ₹3,900.

Is there a direct bus between Kolkata and Purulia?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kolkata and arriving at Purulia. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Kolkata and Purulia?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Howrah Jn and arriving at Purulia Jn. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from Kolkata to Purulia?

The distance between Kolkata and Purulia is 323 km. The road distance is 247.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Kolkata to Purulia without a car is to train which takes 5h 40m and costs ₹220 - ₹1,800.

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

The train from Howrah Jn to Purulia Jn takes 5h 40m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Kolkata to Purulia bus from?

Kolkata to Purulia bus services, operated by SBSTC, depart from Kolkata station.

Where do I catch the Kolkata to Purulia train from?

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

Train or bus from Kolkata to Purulia?

The best way to get from Kolkata to Purulia is to train which takes 5h 40m and costs ₹220 - ₹1,800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹240 - ₹310 and takes 5h 42m.

Where does the Kolkata to Purulia bus arrive?

Kolkata to Purulia bus services, operated by SBSTC, arrive at Purulia station.

Where does the Kolkata to Purulia train arrive?

Kolkata to Purulia train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Purulia Jn station.

Can I drive from Kolkata to Purulia?

Yes, the driving distance between Kolkata to Purulia is 248 km. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Kolkata to Purulia.

Where can I stay near Purulia?

There are six+ hotels available in Purulia.

Kolkata to Purulia - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Kolkata to Purulia by train, bus, car, taxi, or plane

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Howrah Jn to Purulia Jntrain 12827 / ...
5h 40m
₹220–1,800
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kolkata to Puruliabus
5h 42m
₹240–310
Drive 247.7 km
1. Drive from Kolkata to Puruliacar 247.7 km
3h 48m
₹2,686–3,879
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kolkata to Puruliataxi 247.7 km
3h 48m
₹5,500–6,500
Fly, train
1. Fly from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Jamshedpur (IXW)plane CCU - IXW
2. Take the train from Tatanagar Jn to Purulia Jntrain
5h 37m
₹3,921–27,415

Kolkata to Purulia by train

23Weekly Trains

5h 40mAverage Duration

₹220Cheapest Price

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Distance: 322.8 km
Duration: 5h 40m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Howrah Jn to Purulia Jn 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₹220–1,800 and the journey takes 5h 40m. Alternatively, SBSTC operates a bus from Kolkata to Purulia once daily. Tickets cost ₹240–310 and the journey takes 5h 42m.

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