What is the cheapest way to get from Bānkura to Howrah?

The cheapest way to get from Bānkura to Howrah is to bus via Durgapur which costs ₹170 - ₹350 and takes 4h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bānkura to Howrah?

The fastest way to get from Bānkura to Howrah is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs ₹1,800 - ₹2,700.

Is there a direct bus between Bānkura and Howrah?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bankura and arriving at Kolkata. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Bānkura and Howrah?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bankura and arriving at Santragachi Jn. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Bānkura to Howrah?

The distance between Bānkura and Howrah is 223 km. The road distance is 165.1 km.

How do I travel from Bānkura to Howrah without a car?

The best way to get from Bānkura to Howrah without a car is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs ₹180 - ₹1,500.

How long does it take to get from Bānkura to Howrah?

The train from Bankura to Santragachi Jn takes 3h 25m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Bānkura to Howrah bus from?

Bānkura to Howrah bus services, operated by SBSTC, depart from Bankura station.

Where do I catch the Bānkura to Howrah train from?

Bānkura to Howrah train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Bankura station.

Train or bus from Bānkura to Howrah?

The best way to get from Bānkura to Howrah is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs ₹180 - ₹1,500. Alternatively, you can bus via Durgapur, which costs ₹170 - ₹350 and takes 4h 51m.

Where does the Bānkura to Howrah bus arrive?

Bānkura to Howrah bus services, operated by SBSTC, arrive at Durgapur City Centre station.

Where does the Bānkura to Howrah train arrive?

Bānkura to Howrah train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Santragachi Jn station.

Can I drive from Bānkura to Howrah?

Yes, the driving distance between Bānkura to Howrah is 165 km. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Bānkura to Howrah.

Where can I stay near Howrah?

There are 1145+ hotels available in Howrah.

Bānkura to Howrah - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Bānkura to Howrah by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bankura to Santragachi Jntrain 12884 / ...
3h 25m
₹180–1,500
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bankura to Kolkatabus
5h 5m
₹170–250
Bus via Durgapur
1. Take the bus from Bankura to Durgapur City Centrebus
2. Take the bus from Durgapur to Kolkata Esplanadebus
4h 51m
₹176–345
Drive 165.1 km
1. Drive from Bānkura to Howrahcar 165.1 km
2h 34m
₹1,860–2,686
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bānkura to Howrahtaxi 165.1 km
2h 34m
₹3,800–4,600

Bānkura to Howrah by train

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3h 25mAverage Duration

₹180Cheapest Price

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Distance: 223.1 km
Duration: 3h 25m

What companies run services between Bānkura, India and Howrah, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Bankura to Santragachi Jn 4 times a day. Tickets cost ₹180–1,500 and the journey takes 3h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bankura to Kolkata Esplanade via Durgapur in around 4h 51m.

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