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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Howrah Station to Fort William is to taxi which takes 7 min and costs ₹160 - ₹200.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Howrah Bus Stand and arriving at Fort William. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10 min.

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

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

How far is it from Howrah Station to Fort William?

The distance between Howrah Station and Fort William is 7 km.

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

The best way to get from Howrah Station to Fort William without a car is to bus which takes 10 min and costs .

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

The bus from Howrah Bus Stand to Fort William takes 10 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

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

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

Where does the Howrah Station to Fort William bus arrive?

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

Where can I stay near Fort William?

There are 1147+ hotels available in Fort William.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Howrah Bus Stand to Fort Williambus Ac-52L
10 min
Ferry
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Howrah to Chandpal(Babughat)ferry
48 min
₹7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Howrah Station to Fort Williamtaxi 4.9 km
7 min
₹160–200
Walk
1. Take the foot from Howrah Station to Fort Williamwalk 4.2 km
48 min

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Distance: 7.2 km
Duration: 10 min

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

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

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