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How to get fromBarrackpore to Contaiby train, bus, car, or taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Barrackpore to Contai by train, bus, car, or taxi

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  1. Train

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    1. Take the train from Howrah Jn to Kanthi P Htrain train 12857 / ...
    4h 4m
    ₹274–2,176

  2. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Talpukur to Central Metrobus bus Ac-20L
    2. Take the bus from Kolkata to Contaibus bus redbusIndia_A/C Seater
    4h 49m

  3. Drive  159.6 km

    1. Drive from Barrackpore to Contaicar car 159.6 km
    2h 10m
    ₹1,792–2,588

  4. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Barrackpore to Contaitaxi taxi 159.6 km
    2h 10m
    ₹3,500–4,300

Barrackpore to Contai by train

Calendar15Weekly Trains
Duration4h 4mAverage Duration
Ticket₹274Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 175.9 km
  • Duration: 4h 4m

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 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Talpukur to Contai via Central Metro and Kolkata in around 4h 49m.

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