What is the cheapest way to get from Varanasi to Howrah Bridge?

The cheapest way to get from Varanasi to Howrah Bridge is to train which costs ₹360 - ₹2,800 and takes 12h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Varanasi to Howrah Bridge?

The fastest way to get from Varanasi to Howrah Bridge is to fly and subway which takes 4h 37m and costs ₹6,500 - ₹15,000.

Is there a direct train between Varanasi and Howrah Bridge?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Varanasi Jn and arriving at Howrah Jn. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13h 35m.

How far is it from Varanasi to Howrah Bridge?

The distance between Varanasi and Howrah Bridge is 688 km. The road distance is 662.6 km.

How do I travel from Varanasi to Howrah Bridge without a car?

The best way to get from Varanasi to Howrah Bridge without a car is to train which takes 12h 6m and costs ₹360 - ₹2,800.

How long does it take to get from Varanasi to Howrah Bridge?

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Varanasi to Howrah Bridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Varanasi to Howrah Bridge train from?

Varanasi to Howrah Bridge train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Pt.Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Jn. station.

Where does the Varanasi to Howrah Bridge train arrive?

Varanasi to Howrah Bridge train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Howrah Jn station.

Can I drive from Varanasi to Howrah Bridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Varanasi to Howrah Bridge is 663 km. It takes approximately 9h 34m to drive from Varanasi to Howrah Bridge.

Where can I stay near Howrah Bridge?

There are 947+ hotels available in Howrah Bridge.

Varanasi to Howrah Bridge - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, subway, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Varanasi to Howrah Bridge by plane, subway, 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 from Varanasi Airport, subway
best
1. Fly from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU)plane VNS - CCU
2. Take the subway from Noapara to Mahatma Gandhisubway
4h 37m
₹6,582–14,106
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Varanasi Jn to Sealdahtrain 22318
12h 6m
₹368–2,739
Drive 662.6 km
1. Drive from Varanasi to Howrah Bridgecar 662.6 km
9h 34m
₹7,183–10,376
Train to Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Varanasi Jn to Danapurtrain
2. Fly from Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Airport (PAT) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU)plane PAT - CCU
6h 53m
₹4,769–11,780
Train via Pt.Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Jn.
1. Take the train from Pt.Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Jn. to Howrah Jntrain 12312 / ...
13h 29m
₹463–3,568
Train #2
1. Take the train from Varanasi Jn to Howrah Jntrain 12334 / ...
13h 42m
₹380–3,000

Varanasi to Howrah Bridge by train and foot

80Weekly Services

13h 29mAverage Duration

₹463Cheapest Price

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Distance: 688.2 km
Duration: 4h 37m

What companies run services between Varanasi, India and Howrah Bridge, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Varanasi Jn to Sealdah once a week. Tickets cost ₹360–2,800 and the journey takes 11h 40m.

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