What is the cheapest way to get from Howrah Station to Dhanbad?

The cheapest way to get from Howrah Station to Dhanbad is to train which costs ₹200 - ₹1,600 and takes 3h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Howrah Station to Dhanbad?

The fastest way to get from Howrah Station to Dhanbad is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs ₹200 - ₹1,600.

Is there a direct bus between Howrah Station and Dhanbad?

No, there is no direct bus from Howrah Station to Dhanbad. However, there are services departing from Howrah Bridge and arriving at Dhanbad via Kolkata, West Bengal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Howrah Station and Dhanbad?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Howrah Jn and arriving at Dhanbad Jn. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from Howrah Station to Dhanbad?

The distance between Howrah Station and Dhanbad is 259 km. The road distance is 269.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Howrah Station to Dhanbad without a car is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs ₹200 - ₹1,600.

How long does it take to get from Howrah Station to Dhanbad?

The train from Howrah Jn to Dhanbad Jn takes 3h 50m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Howrah Station to Dhanbad bus from?

Howrah Station to Dhanbad bus services, operated by Shyamoli Paribahan, depart from Kolkata, West Bengal station.

Where do I catch the Howrah Station to Dhanbad train from?

Howrah Station to Dhanbad train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Howrah Jn station.

Train or bus from Howrah Station to Dhanbad?

The best way to get from Howrah Station to Dhanbad is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs ₹200 - ₹1,600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹850 - ₹2,900 and takes 6h 36m.

Where does the Howrah Station to Dhanbad bus arrive?

Howrah Station to Dhanbad bus services, operated by Shyamoli Paribahan, arrive at Dhanbad station.

Where does the Howrah Station to Dhanbad train arrive?

Howrah Station to Dhanbad train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Dhanbad Jn station.

Can I drive from Howrah Station to Dhanbad?

Yes, the driving distance between Howrah Station to Dhanbad is 269 km. It takes approximately 4h 12m to drive from Howrah Station to Dhanbad.

Where can I stay near Dhanbad?

There are 62+ hotels available in Dhanbad.

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

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1. Take the train from Howrah Jn to Dhanbad Jntrain 12311 / ...
3h 57m
₹200–1,600
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kolkata, West Bengal to Dhanbadbus Kolkata, West Bengal - Dhanbad
6h 36m
₹850–2,900
Drive 269.3 km
1. Drive from Howrah Station to Dhanbadcar 269.3 km
4h 12m
₹3,021–4,363
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Howrah Station to Dhanbadtaxi 269.3 km
4h 12m
₹6,000–7,500
Bus via Āsansol
1. Take the bus from Kolkata, West Bengal to Asansolbus Kolkata, West Bengal - Asansol
2. Take the bus from Asansol to Dhanbadbus Asansol
7h 29m

Howrah Station to Dhanbad by foot and train

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Distance: 259.4 km
Duration: 3h 57m

What companies run services between Howrah Station, India and Dhanbad, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Howrah Jn to Dhanbad Jn every 2 hours. Tickets cost ₹200–1,600 and the journey takes 3h 50m. Alternatively, Shyamoli Paribahan operates a bus from Kolkata, West Bengal to Dhanbad hourly. Tickets cost ₹850–2,900 and the journey takes 5h 45m.

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