What is the cheapest way to get from Fort William to Howrah Station?

The cheapest way to get from Fort William to Howrah Station is to ferry which costs ₹7 - ₹10 and takes 48 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Fort William to Howrah Station?

The fastest way to get from Fort William to Howrah Station is to taxi which takes 6 min and costs ₹150 - ₹180.

Is there a direct bus between Fort William and Howrah Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Fort William and arriving at Howrah Bus Stand. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Fort William and Howrah Station?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Chandpal(Babughat) and arriving at Howrah. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 20 min.

How far is it from Fort William to Howrah Station?

The distance between Fort William and Howrah Station is 5 km.

How do I travel from Fort William to Howrah Station without a car?

The best way to get from Fort William to Howrah Station without a car is to bus which takes 11 min and costs .

How long does it take to get from Fort William to Howrah Station?

The bus from Fort William to Howrah Bus Stand takes 11 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Fort William to Howrah Station bus from?

Fort William to Howrah Station bus services, operated by West Bengal Transport Corporation, depart from Fort William station.

Where does the Fort William to Howrah Station bus arrive?

Fort William to Howrah Station bus services, operated by West Bengal Transport Corporation, arrive at Howrah Bus Stand station.

Where can I stay near Howrah Station?

There are 1111+ hotels available in Howrah Station.

Fort William to Howrah Station - 4 ways to travel via bus, taxi, and ferry

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There are 4 ways to get from Fort William to Howrah Station by bus, taxi, or ferry

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Fort William to Howrah Bus Standbus Ac-52L
11 min
Ferry
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Chandpal(Babughat) to Howrahferry
48 min
₹7–10
Taxi, ferry
1. Take the taxi from Fort William to Fairlietaxi
2. Take the ferry from Fairlie to Howrah Jettyferry
21 min
₹121–145
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Fort William to Howrah Stationtaxi 4.4 km
6 min
₹150–180

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Distance: 4.8 km
Duration: 11 min

What companies run services between Fort William, India and Howrah Station, India?

West Bengal Transport Corporation operates a bus from Fort William to Howrah Bus Stand every 15 minutes, and the journey takes 11 min. Alternatively, West Bengal Transport Corporation operates a ferry from Chandpal(Babughat) to Howrah every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ₹7–10 and the journey takes 20 min.

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