Facts about the transport from Kolkata to Asansol
| Cheapest Transport | $4 |
| Fastest Transport | 1h 48m |
| Earliest Departure | 6:05 AM |
| Latest Departure | 9:55 PM |
| Departures per day | 58 |
| Distance | 90 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Indian Railways, IndiGo, TaxiBazaar |
Kolkata to Asansol
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Kolkata to Asansol Schedule
| Type | Operator | Class | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Price | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Train | Indian Railways | 2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper | 05:00 | 09:08 | $15.41 | |
Bus | Shyamoli Paribahan | AC Semi Sleeper | 06:00 | 10:00 | $5.75 | |
Bus | WBTC CTC Habra Barasat Haldia | Non-AC Seater | 06:25 | 10:00 | $1.72 | |
Bus | Shyamoli Paribahan | AC Semi Sleeper | 07:00 | 11:30 | $5.75 | |
Train | Indian Railways | 2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper | 07:25 | 11:10 | $8.36 | |
Bus | Greenline | AC Semi Sleeper | 07:45 | 12:25 | $5.75 | |
Bus | Shyamoli Paribahan | AC Semi Sleeper | 08:15 | 13:15 | $5.75 | |
Bus | Greenline | AC Semi Sleeper | 08:45 | 13:15 | $5.75 | |
Bus | Shyamoli Paribahan | AC Semi Sleeper | 09:15 | 14:15 | $5.47 | |
Bus | Greenline | AC Semi Sleeper | 09:50 | 14:50 | $5.75 | |
Bus | Express Line | AC Semi Sleeper | 10:25 | 15:25 | $5.75 | |
Train | Indian Railways | 1A - AC First Class Sleeper | 10:45 | 14:01 | $12.75 | |
Train | Indian Railways | SL - Sleeper Class | 11:25 | 15:27 | $1.96 | |
Train | Indian Railways | 2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper | 11:45 | 15:05 | $7.89 | |
Train | Indian Railways | 3E - AC 3-Tier Economy Sleeper | 12:10 | 14:40 | $5.27 | |
Bus | Greenline | AC Semi Sleeper | 12:30 | 17:30 | $5.75 | |
Bus | Shyamoli Paribahan | AC Semi Sleeper | 13:00 | 18:00 | $5.47 | |
Bus | Express Line | AC Semi Sleeper | 13:30 | 18:30 | $5.75 | |
Bus | Shyamoli Paribahan | AC Semi Sleeper | 14:00 | 19:00 | $5.75 | |
Bus | Greenline | AC Semi Sleeper | 14:30 | 19:30 | $5.75 |
How to get from Kolkata to Asansol
Travelling between Kolkata and Asansol is possible by Flight, train and taxi. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Taxi is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 262.19 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 3.94.
How long does it take to get from Kolkata to Asansol?
It can take you anywhere between 2 and 5 hours to travel between Kolkata and Asansol depending on the means of transport you choose.
Train is the fastest way to travel between Kolkata and Asansol. Train will bring you to your destination in 1h 48m. Taxi does a much slower job and take about 4h 30m to reach Asansol.
How much does it cost to get from Kolkata to Asansol?
Travelling between Kolkata and Asansol can be as cheap as USD 3.94 if you opt for a Indian Railways train and as expensive as USD 262.19 if you buy a TaxiBazaar taxi ticket.
Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.
How many trips per day are there between Kolkata and Asansol ?
- 46 from Kolkata to Asansol starting from 06:05 Howrah until 21:55 Howrah
- 1 by flight from Kolkata to Asansol starting from 08:40 Kolkata Airport until 08:40 Kolkata Airport
- 11 from Kolkata to Asansol starting from 00:00 Kolkata Hotel Transfer until 00:00 Kolkata Hotel Transfer
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Kolkata to Asansol.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Taxi
Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.
Companies offering charters between Kolkata and Asansol
Cab Expresso, TaxiBazaar
Train
Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.
What is the most popular transport to get from Kolkata to Asansol?
There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.
Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route
- 100% took a train
Transportation from Kolkata to Asansol
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Trains$ 3.95
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Flights$ 86.47
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Taxis$ 71.28
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Buses are not available
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Ferries are not available
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Vans are not available