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

The cheapest way to get from Barrackpore to Contai is to bus which costs ₹190 - ₹240 and takes 7h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barrackpore to Contai is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs ₹1,700 - ₹2,600.

Is there a direct bus between Barrackpore and Contai?

No, there is no direct bus from Barrackpore to Contai. However, there are services departing from Talpukur and arriving at Contai via Kolkata - Esplanade Bus Stand and Digha. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Barrackpore and Contai?

No, there is no direct train from Barrackpore 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 5m.

How far is it from Barrackpore to Contai?

The distance between Barrackpore and Contai is 176 km. The road distance is 159.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Barrackpore to Contai without a car is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs ₹270 - ₹2,200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Barrackpore to Contai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barrackpore to Contai bus from?

Barrackpore to Contai bus services, operated by West Bengal Transport Corporation, depart from Kolkata - Esplanade Bus Stand station.

Where do I catch the Barrackpore to Contai train from?

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

Train or bus from Barrackpore to Contai?

The best way to get from Barrackpore to Contai is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs ₹270 - ₹2,200. Alternatively, you can bus via Digha, which costs ₹190 - ₹420 and takes 7h 37m.

Where does the Barrackpore to Contai bus arrive?

Barrackpore to Contai bus services, operated by West Bengal Transport Corporation, arrive at Digha Bus Stand station.

Where does the Barrackpore to Contai train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barrackpore to Contai?

Yes, the driving distance between Barrackpore to Contai is 160 km. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Barrackpore to Contai.

Where can I stay near Contai?

There are 60+ hotels available in Contai.

Barrackpore to Contai - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Barrackpore to Contai by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Howrah Jn to Kanthi P Htrain 12857 / ...
4h 5m
₹274–2,176
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from MG Crossing to Baruipurbus S-15G
2. Take the bus from Baruipur to Contaibus
7h 47m
₹190–240
Bus via Digha
1. Take the bus from Kolkata - Esplanade Bus Stand to Digha Bus Standbus
7h 37m
₹198–415
Drive 159.6 km
1. Drive from Barrackpore to Contaicar 159.6 km
2h 10m
₹1,794–2,592
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Barrackpore to Contaitaxi 159.6 km
2h 10m
₹3,500–4,300

Barrackpore to Contai by train

15Weekly Trains

4h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 175.9 km
Duration: 4h 5m

What companies run services between Barrackpore, 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 33m. Alternatively, West Bengal Transport Corporation operates a bus from Kolkata - Esplanade Bus Stand to Digha Bus Stand every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ₹140–350 and the journey takes 4h 15m.

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