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

The cheapest way to get from Howrah to Sonamukhi is to train which costs ₹310 - ₹2,400 and takes 5h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Howrah to Sonamukhi is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs ₹1,600 - ₹2,500.

Is there a direct bus between Howrah and Sonamukhi?

No, there is no direct bus from Howrah to Sonamukhi. However, there are services departing from Kolkata Esplanade and arriving at Durgapur via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Howrah and Sonamukhi?

No, there is no direct train from Howrah to Sonamukhi. However, there are services departing from Shalimar and arriving at Sonamukhi via Bankura. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

How far is it from Howrah to Sonamukhi?

The distance between Howrah and Sonamukhi is 191 km. The road distance is 147.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Howrah to Sonamukhi without a car is to train and taxi which takes 2h 49m and costs ₹1,400 - ₹2,900.

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

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Howrah to Sonamukhi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Howrah to Sonamukhi bus from?

Howrah to Sonamukhi bus services, operated by SBSTC, depart from Kolkata Esplanade station.

Where do I catch the Howrah to Sonamukhi train from?

Howrah to Sonamukhi train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Shalimar station.

Train or bus from Howrah to Sonamukhi?

The best way to get from Howrah to Sonamukhi is to bus which takes 3h 47m and costs ₹1,000 - ₹1,500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹310 - ₹2,400 and takes 5h 45m.

Where does the Howrah to Sonamukhi bus arrive?

Howrah to Sonamukhi bus services, operated by SBSTC, arrive at Durgapur station.

Where does the Howrah to Sonamukhi train arrive?

Howrah to Sonamukhi train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Bankura station.

Can I drive from Howrah to Sonamukhi?

Yes, the driving distance between Howrah to Sonamukhi is 148 km. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Howrah to Sonamukhi.

Where can I stay near Sonamukhi?

There are 14+ hotels available in Sonamukhi.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Howrah to Sonamukhi by train, taxi, bus, or car

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Train, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Howrah Jn to Panagarhtrain 12321 / ...
2. Take the taxi from Panagarh to Sonamukhitaxi
2h 49m
₹1,459–2,814
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Shalimar to Bankuratrain 12885 / ...
2. Take the train from Bankura to Sonamukhitrain 08094 / ...
5h 45m
₹311–2,401
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kolkata Esplanade to Durgapurbus
3h 47m
₹1,092–1,500
Drive 147.8 km
1. Drive from Howrah to Sonamukhicar 147.8 km
2h 12m
₹1,666–2,406
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Howrah to Sonamukhitaxi 147.8 km
2h 12m
₹3,400–4,100

Howrah to Sonamukhi by train

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5h 45mAverage Duration

₹311Cheapest Price

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Distance: 191.3 km
Duration: 2h 49m

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

SBSTC operates a bus from Kolkata Esplanade to Durgapur hourly. Tickets cost ₹140–300 and the journey takes 3h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Shalimar to Sonamukhi via Bankura in around 5h 45m.

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