What is the cheapest way to get from Howrah to Ambāla?

The cheapest way to get from Howrah to Ambāla is to train which costs ₹700 - ₹5,500 and takes 26h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Howrah to Ambāla?

The fastest way to get from Howrah to Ambāla is to fly and bus which takes 5h 46m and costs ₹9,500 - ₹16,000.

Is there a direct bus between Howrah and Ambāla?

No, there is no direct bus from Howrah to Ambāla. However, there are services departing from Kolkata, West Bengal and arriving at Ambala via Avantika Sec 1, Peera Garhi station and Kashmiri Gate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h.

Is there a direct train between Howrah and Ambāla?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Howrah Jn and arriving at Ambala Cant Jn. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 26h 50m.

How far is it from Howrah to Ambāla?

The distance between Howrah and Ambāla is 1530 km. The road distance is 1595.2 km.

How do I travel from Howrah to Ambāla without a car?

The best way to get from Howrah to Ambāla without a car is to train via Sealdah which takes 24h 5m and costs ₹700 - ₹5,500.

How long does it take to get from Howrah to Ambāla?

It takes approximately 5h 46m to get from Howrah to Ambāla, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Howrah to Ambāla bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Howrah to Ambāla train from?

Howrah to Ambāla train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Sealdah station.

Train or bus from Howrah to Ambāla?

The best way to get from Howrah to Ambāla is to train via Sealdah which takes 24h 5m and costs ₹700 - ₹5,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹2,000 - ₹5,500 and takes 25h.

Where does the Howrah to Ambāla bus arrive?

Howrah to Ambāla bus services, operated by Shyamoli Paribahan, arrive at Delhi, Delhi State station.

Where does the Howrah to Ambāla train arrive?

Howrah to Ambāla train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Ambala Cant Jn station.

Can I drive from Howrah to Ambāla?

Yes, the driving distance between Howrah to Ambāla is 1595 km. It takes approximately 20h 14m to drive from Howrah to Ambāla.

Where can I stay near Ambāla?

There are 34+ hotels available in Ambāla.

Howrah to Ambāla - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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Fly to Chandigarh International Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Chandigarh International Airport (IXC)plane CCU - IXC
2. Take the bus from Tribune Chowk to Ambalabus
5h 46m
₹9,678–15,968
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Howrah Jn to Ambala Cant Jntrain 12311 / ...
26h 50m
₹700–5,500
Train via Sealdah
1. Take the train from Sealdah to Ambala Cant Jntrain 12379 / ...
24h 5m
₹713–5,515
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kolkata, West Bengal to Delhi, Delhi Statebus Kolkata, West Bengal - Delhi, Delhi State
2. Take the bus from Kashmiri Gate to Ambalabus
25h
₹2,026–5,487
Drive 1,595.2 km
1. Drive from Howrah to Ambālacar 1,595.2 km
20h 14m
₹17,939–25,912
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 Ambala Cant Jntrain
7h 13m
₹6,233–13,468
Fly to Dehradun Airport, train
1. Fly from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Dehradun Airport (DED)plane CCU - DED
2. Take the train from Virbhadra to Ambala Cant Jntrain
9h 1m
₹8,338–17,268

Howrah to Ambāla by subway, foot, and train

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Distance: 1,529.8 km
Duration: 5h 46m

What companies run services between Howrah, India and Ambāla, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Sealdah to Ambala Cant Jn twice a week. Tickets cost ₹700–5,500 and the journey takes 22h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kolkata, West Bengal to Ambala via Delhi, Delhi State, Avantika Sec 1, Peera Garhi station, Kashmere Gate City bus Terminal, and Kashmiri Gate in around 25h.

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How to get fromHowrah to Ambālaby plane, bus, train, or car

There are 7 ways to get from Howrah to Ambāla by plane, bus, train, or car

Fly to Chandigarh International Airport, bus

Train

Train via Sealdah

Bus

Drive 1,595.2 km

Fly to Indira Gandhi International Airport, train

Fly to Dehradun Airport, train