Facts about the transport from Kolkata to Howrah
| Cheapest Transport | $4 |
| Fastest Transport | 35m |
| Earliest Departure | 4:47 AM |
| Latest Departure | 10:14 PM |
| Departures per day | 1 |
| Distance | 30 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Hans Travels, Indian Railways |
Kolkata to Howrah
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Kolkata to Howrah Schedule
| Type | Operator | Class | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Price | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Taxi | TaxiBazaar | SUV 6pax | Any time | +12m | $236.94 | |
Train | Indian Railways | 2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper | 04:47 | 06:30 | $7.95 | |
Train | Indian Railways | 1A - AC First Class Sleeper | 05:22 | 06:45 | $13.64 | |
Train | Indian Railways | SL - Sleeper Class | 06:02 | 07:20 | $1.77 | |
Train | Indian Railways | 2S - Second Sitting Class | 09:42 | 10:35 | $0.82 | |
Train | Indian Railways | 1A - AC First Class Sleeper | 10:08 | 11:00 | $13.64 | |
Train | Indian Railways | 2S - Second Sitting Class | 10:44 | 11:22 | $0.82 | |
Train | Indian Railways | SL - Sleeper Class | 11:50 | 13:50 | $2.08 | |
Train | Indian Railways | SL - Sleeper Class | 13:09 | 14:20 | $2.08 | |
Bus | Hans Travels | AC Sleeper | 15:45 | 17:15 | $9.95 | |
Train | Indian Railways | 3E - AC 3-Tier Economy Sleeper | 16:52 | 18:10 | $5.90 | |
Train | Indian Railways | 2S - Second Sitting Class | 17:35 | 18:30 | $0.82 | |
Train | Indian Railways | 2S - Second Sitting Class | 18:30 | 19:30 | $0.82 | |
Train | Indian Railways | SL - Sleeper Class | 19:00 | 20:20 | $2.08 | |
Train | Indian Railways | 2S - Second Sitting Class | 20:22 | 20:55 | $0.92 | |
Train | Indian Railways | 2S - Second Sitting Class | 22:00 | 22:40 | $0.82 |
How to get from Kolkata to Howrah
Travelling between Kolkata and Howrah is possible by Bus and train. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 10.95 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 10.95.
How long does it take to get from Kolkata to Howrah?
It can take you anywhere between 1 and 2 hours to travel between Kolkata and Howrah depending on the means of transport you choose.
Train is the fastest way to travel between Kolkata and Howrah. Train will bring you to your destination in 35m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 1h 30m to reach Howrah.
How much does it cost to get from Kolkata to Howrah?
Travelling between Kolkata and Howrah can be as cheap as USD 10.95 if you opt for a Hans Travels bus and as expensive as USD 10.95 if you buy a Hans Travels Bus 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 Howrah ?
- 1 from Kolkata to Howrah starting from 15:45 Kolkata until 15:45 Kolkata
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Kolkata to Howrah.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Bus
Travelling from Kolkata to Howrah overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.
They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.
Companies operating bus routes between Kolkata and Howrah
Hans Travels
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 Howrah?
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 Howrah
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Trains$ 3.45
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Buses$ 10.95
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Ferries are not available
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Flights are not available
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Taxis are not available
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Vans are not available