What is the cheapest way to get from Serampore to Contai?

The cheapest way to get from Serampore to Contai is to train which costs ₹270 - ₹2,200 and takes 4h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Serampore to Contai?

The fastest way to get from Serampore to Contai is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs ₹1,700 - ₹2,500.

Is there a direct bus between Serampore and Contai?

No, there is no direct bus from Serampore to Contai. However, there are services departing from Barrackpur Court Terminus and arriving at Contai via Kolkata. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Serampore and Contai?

No, there is no direct train from Serampore to Contai. However, there are services departing from Serampore and arriving at Kanthi P H via Howrah Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.

How far is it from Serampore to Contai?

The distance between Serampore and Contai is 176 km. The road distance is 153.3 km.

How do I travel from Serampore to Contai without a car?

The best way to get from Serampore to Contai without a car is to train which takes 4h 4m and costs ₹270 - ₹2,200.

How long does it take to get from Serampore to Contai?

It takes approximately 4h 4m to get from Serampore to Contai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Serampore to Contai bus from?

Serampore to Contai bus services, operated by West Bengal Transport Corporation, depart from Barrackpur Court Terminus station.

Where do I catch the Serampore to Contai train from?

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

Train or bus from Serampore to Contai?

The best way to get from Serampore to Contai is to train which takes 4h 4m and costs ₹270 - ₹2,200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 2m.

Where does the Serampore to Contai bus arrive?

Serampore to Contai bus services, operated by West Bengal Transport Corporation, arrive at Central Metro station.

Where does the Serampore to Contai train arrive?

Serampore to Contai train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Kanthi P H station.

Can I drive from Serampore to Contai?

Yes, the driving distance between Serampore to Contai is 153 km. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Serampore to Contai.

Where can I stay near Contai?

There are 64+ hotels available in Contai.

Serampore to Contai - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Serampore to Contai by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
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1. Take the train from Howrah Jn to Kanthi P Htrain 12857 / ...
4h 4m
₹274–2,176
Bus
1. Take the bus from Barrackpur Court Terminus to Central Metrobus Ac-20L
2. Take the bus from Kolkata to Contaibus redbusIndia_A/C Seater
5h 2m
Drive 153.3 km
1. Drive from Serampore to Contaicar 153.3 km
2h 8m
₹1,717–2,479
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Serampore to Contaitaxi 153.3 km
2h 8m
₹3,400–4,100

Serampore to Contai by train

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Distance: 175.9 km
Duration: 4h 4m

What companies run services between Serampore, India and Contai, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Howrah Jn to Kanthi P H twice daily. Tickets cost ₹160–1,300 and the journey takes 2h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Barrackpur Court Terminus to Contai via Central Metro and Kolkata in around 5h 2m.

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