What is the cheapest way to get from Kanpur Central to Contai?

The cheapest way to get from Kanpur Central to Contai is to train via Kolkata which costs ₹650 - ₹5,000 and takes 17h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kanpur Central to Contai?

The fastest way to get from Kanpur Central to Contai is to train and fly which takes 9h 7m and costs ₹6,500 - ₹14,000.

Is there a direct bus between Kanpur Central and Contai?

No, there is no direct bus from Kanpur Central to Contai. However, there are services departing from Kanpur and arriving at Contai via Varanasi and Kolkata. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Kanpur Central and Contai?

No, there is no direct train from Kanpur Central to Contai. However, there are services departing from Kanpur Central and arriving at Kanthi P H via Seldah and Howrah Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 10m.

How far is it from Kanpur Central to Contai?

The distance between Kanpur Central and Contai is 1093 km. The road distance is 1057.2 km.

How do I travel from Kanpur Central to Contai without a car?

The best way to get from Kanpur Central to Contai without a car is to train via Kolkata which takes 17h 10m and costs ₹650 - ₹5,000.

How long does it take to get from Kanpur Central to Contai?

It takes approximately 10h 8m to get from Kanpur Central to Contai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kanpur Central to Contai bus from?

Kanpur Central to Contai bus services, operated by Ajuman Holidays, depart from Kanpur station.

Where do I catch the Kanpur Central to Contai train from?

Kanpur Central to Contai train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Kanpur Central station.

Train or bus from Kanpur Central to Contai?

The best way to get from Kanpur Central to Contai is to train via Kolkata which takes 17h 10m and costs ₹650 - ₹5,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 24h 34m.

Where does the Kanpur Central to Contai bus arrive?

Kanpur Central to Contai bus services, operated by Ajuman Holidays, arrive at Varanasi station.

Where does the Kanpur Central to Contai train arrive?

Kanpur Central to Contai train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Sealdah station.

Can I drive from Kanpur Central to Contai?

Yes, the driving distance between Kanpur Central to Contai is 1057 km. It takes approximately 14h 41m to drive from Kanpur Central to Contai.

Where can I stay near Contai?

There are 63+ hotels available in Contai.

Kanpur Central to Contai - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Kanpur Central to Contai by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly from Kanpur Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Kanpur Airport (KNU) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU)plane KNU - CCU
2. Take the train from Howrah Jn to Kanthi P Htrain
10h 8m
₹8,659–20,317
Train via Kolkata
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kanpur Central to Sealdahtrain 12314 / ...
2. Take the train from Howrah Jn to Kanthi P Htrain 12857 / ...
17h 10m
₹652–4,912
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kanpur to Varanasibus
2. Take the bus from Varanasi to Kolkatabus
3. Take the bus from Kolkata to Contaibus
24h 34m
Drive 1,057.2 km
1. Drive from Kanpur Central to Contaicar 1,057.2 km
14h 41m
₹11,862–17,133
Train to Chaudhary Charan Singh Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Kanpur Central to Lucknowtrain
2. Fly from Chaudhary Charan Singh Airport (LKO) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU)plane LKO - CCU
3. Take the train from Howrah Jn to Kanthi P Htrain
9h 7m
₹6,849–13,398
Train
1. Take the train from Kanpur Central to Jaleswartrain 12816 / ...
2. Take the train from Jaleswar to Kanthi P Htrain 22874 / ...
22h 1m
₹671–5,084
Bus via Ranchi
1. Take the bus from Kanpur to Ranchibus
2. Take the bus from Ranchi to Kolkatabus
3. Take the bus from Kolkata to Contaibus
33h 54m

Kanpur Central to Contai by train, foot, and subway

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17h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,093 km
Duration: 10h 8m

What companies run services between Kanpur Central, India and Contai, India?

You can take a train from Kanpur Central to Kanthi P H via Sealdah, Seldah, Howrah Maidan, and Howrah Jn in around 17h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Kanpur Central to Contai via Kanpur, Varanasi, and Kolkata in around 24h 34m.

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