What is the cheapest way to get from Howrah Station to Tāj Mahal?

The cheapest way to get from Howrah Station to Tāj Mahal is to train which costs ₹600 - ₹4,400 and takes 21h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Howrah Station to Tāj Mahal?

The fastest way to get from Howrah Station to Tāj Mahal is to fly and train which takes 7h 26m and costs ₹6,500 - ₹14,000.

Is there a direct bus between Howrah Station and Tāj Mahal?

No, there is no direct bus from Howrah Station to Tāj Mahal. However, there are services departing from Howrah Bridge and arriving at Agra, Uttar Pradesh via Kolkata, West Bengal and Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Howrah Station and Tāj Mahal?

No, there is no direct train from Howrah Station to Tāj Mahal. However, there are services departing from Howrah Jn and arriving at Yamuna Bdg Agra via Tundla Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 24m.

How far is it from Howrah Station to Tāj Mahal?

The distance between Howrah Station and Tāj Mahal is 1200 km. The road distance is 1289.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Howrah Station to Tāj Mahal without a car is to train via Tundla Jn which takes 21h 24m and costs ₹700 - ₹5,500.

How long does it take to get from Howrah Station to Tāj Mahal?

It takes approximately 9h 13m to get from Howrah Station to Tāj Mahal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Howrah Station to Tāj Mahal bus from?

Howrah Station to Tāj Mahal bus services, operated by SRS Munna Travels, depart from Kolkata, West Bengal station.

Where do I catch the Howrah Station to Tāj Mahal train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Howrah Station to Tāj Mahal?

The best way to get from Howrah Station to Tāj Mahal is to fly which takes 9h 13m and costs ₹19,000 - ₹38,000. Alternatively, you can train via Tundla Jn, which costs ₹700 - ₹5,500 and takes 21h 24m, you could also bus, which costs and takes 25h 57m.

Where does the Howrah Station to Tāj Mahal bus arrive?

Howrah Station to Tāj Mahal bus services, operated by SRS Munna Travels, arrive at Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh station.

Where does the Howrah Station to Tāj Mahal train arrive?

Howrah Station to Tāj Mahal train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Tundla Jn station.

Can I drive from Howrah Station to Tāj Mahal?

Yes, the driving distance between Howrah Station to Tāj Mahal is 1290 km. It takes approximately 16h 34m to drive from Howrah Station to Tāj Mahal.

Where can I stay near Tāj Mahal?

There are 423+ hotels available in Tāj Mahal.

Howrah Station to Tāj Mahal - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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Fly to Agra Airport
best
1. Fly from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Agra Airport (AGR)plane CCU - AGR
9h 13m
₹19,218–37,268
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Sealdah to Agra Forttrain 12987
21h 38m
₹631–4,385
Train via Tundla Jn
1. Take the train from Howrah Jn to Tundla Jntrain 12303 / ...
21h 24m
₹702–5,336
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kolkata, West Bengal to Varanasi, Uttar Pradeshbus Kolkata, West Bengal - Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
2. Take the bus from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh to Agra, Uttar Pradeshbus Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh - Agra, Uttar Pradesh
25h 57m
Drive 1,289.9 km
1. Drive from Howrah Station to Tāj Mahalcar 1,289.9 km
16h 34m
₹14,472–20,904
Fly to Indira Gandhi International Airport, train
1. Fly from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)plane CCU - DEL
2. Take the train from New Delhi to Agra Cantttrain
7h 26m
₹6,883–13,668
Fly to Gwalior Airport, train
1. Fly from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Gwalior Airport (GWL)plane CCU - GWL
2. Take the train from Gwalior Jn. to Agra Cantttrain
8h 49m
₹12,568–22,708

Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Agra Airport (AGR) flights

15Weekly Planes

7h 15mAverage Duration

₹19,975Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,199.6 km
Duration: 9h 13m

What companies run services between Howrah Station, India and Tāj Mahal, India?

IndiGo Airlines and Air India Limited fly from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Agra Airport (AGR) twice daily. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Howrah Jn to Tundla Jn twice daily. Tickets cost ₹550–4,500 and the journey takes 18h 48m.

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How to get fromHowrah Station to Tāj Mahalby plane, train, bus, or car

There are 7 ways to get from Howrah Station to Tāj Mahal by plane, train, bus, or car

Fly to Agra Airport

Train

Train via Tundla Jn

Bus

Drive 1,289.9 km

Fly to Indira Gandhi International Airport, train

Fly to Gwalior Airport, train