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

The cheapest way to get from Purulia to Kolkata is to bus which costs ₹210 - ₹310 and takes 7h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Purulia to Kolkata is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs ₹2,600 - ₹3,900.

Is there a direct bus between Purulia and Kolkata?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Purulia and arriving at Kolkata. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Purulia and Kolkata?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Purulia Jn and arriving at Howrah Jn. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 45m.

How far is it from Purulia to Kolkata?

The distance between Purulia and Kolkata is 323 km. The road distance is 247.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Purulia to Kolkata without a car is to train which takes 5h 45m and costs ₹220 - ₹1,800.

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

The train from Purulia Jn to Howrah Jn takes 5h 45m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Purulia to Kolkata bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Purulia to Kolkata train from?

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

Train or bus from Purulia to Kolkata?

The best way to get from Purulia to Kolkata is to train which takes 5h 45m and costs ₹220 - ₹1,800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹210 - ₹310 and takes 7h 5m.

Where does the Purulia to Kolkata bus arrive?

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

Where does the Purulia to Kolkata train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Purulia to Kolkata?

Yes, the driving distance between Purulia to Kolkata is 248 km. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Purulia to Kolkata.

Where can I stay near Kolkata?

There are 893+ hotels available in Kolkata.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Purulia to Kolkata 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 Purulia Jn to Howrah Jntrain 12884 / ...
5h 45m
₹220–1,800
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Purulia to Kolkatabus
7h 5m
₹210–310
Drive 247.6 km
1. Drive from Purulia to Kolkatacar 247.6 km
3h 49m
₹2,677–3,867
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Purulia to Kolkatataxi 247.6 km
3h 49m
₹5,500–6,500
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Purulia Jn to Ranchitrain
2. Fly from Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU)plane IXR - CCU
6h 22m
₹6,002–11,617

Purulia to Kolkata by train

30Weekly Trains

5h 45mAverage Duration

₹220Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Purulia to Kolkata.

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Distance: 322.8 km
Duration: 5h 45m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Purulia Jn to Howrah Jn 4 times a day. Tickets cost ₹220–1,800 and the journey takes 5h 45m. Alternatively, SBSTC operates a bus from Purulia to Kolkata every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₹210–310 and the journey takes 7h 5m.

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