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

The cheapest way to get from Contai to Purulia is to train via Kharagpur which costs ₹330 - ₹2,600 and takes 7h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Contai to Purulia is to drive which takes 4h 17m and costs ₹2,900 - ₹4,400.

Is there a direct bus between Contai and Purulia?

No, there is no direct bus from Contai to Purulia. However, there are services departing from Contai and arriving at Purulia via Central Metro and Kolkata. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Contai and Purulia?

No, there is no direct train from Contai to Purulia. However, there are services departing from Kanthi P H and arriving at Purulia Jn via Tamluk. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 41m.

How far is it from Contai to Purulia?

The distance between Contai and Purulia is 355 km. The road distance is 266.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Contai to Purulia without a car is to train which takes 6h 41m and costs ₹330 - ₹2,700.

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

It takes approximately 6h 41m to get from Contai to Purulia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Contai to Purulia bus from?

Contai to Purulia bus services, operated by Snemita Parisheba(Santosh), depart from Contai station.

Where do I catch the Contai to Purulia train from?

Contai to Purulia train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Kanthi P H station.

Train or bus from Contai to Purulia?

The best way to get from Contai to Purulia is to train which takes 6h 41m and costs ₹330 - ₹2,700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 58m.

Where does the Contai to Purulia bus arrive?

Contai to Purulia bus services, operated by Snemita Parisheba(Santosh), arrive at Kolkata station.

Where does the Contai to Purulia train arrive?

Contai to Purulia train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Tamluk station.

Can I drive from Contai to Purulia?

Yes, the driving distance between Contai to Purulia is 266 km. It takes approximately 4h 17m to drive from Contai to Purulia.

Where can I stay near Purulia?

There are six+ hotels available in Purulia.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kanthi P H to Tamluktrain 12858 / ...
2. Take the train from Tamluk to Purulia Jntrain 12443
6h 41m
₹339–2,692
Train via Kharagpur
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kanthi P H to Kharagpur Jntrain 13417 / ...
2. Take the train from Kharagpur Jn to Purulia Jntrain 18085 / ...
7h 26m
₹334–2,580
Bus
1. Take the bus from Contai to Kolkatabus redbusIndia_Leyland A/C Seater Executive / ...
2. Take the bus from Kolkata to Puruliabus
10h 58m
Drive 266.4 km
1. Drive from Contai to Puruliacar 266.4 km
4h 17m
₹2,989–4,318
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Contai to Puruliataxi 266.4 km
4h 17m
₹5,500–7,000

Contai to Purulia by train

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6h 41mAverage Duration

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Distance: 354.7 km
Duration: 6h 41m

What companies run services between Contai, India and Purulia, India?

You can take a train from Kanthi P H to Purulia Jn via Tamluk in around 6h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Contai to Purulia via Kolkata, Central Metro, Esplanade, and Kolkata in around 10h 58m.

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