What is the cheapest way to get from Kolkata (Station) to Howrah?

The cheapest way to get from Kolkata (Station) to Howrah is to ferry which costs ₹6 - ₹9 and takes 35 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Kolkata (Station) to Howrah?

The fastest way to get from Kolkata (Station) to Howrah is to taxi which takes 9 min and costs ₹200 - ₹250.

Is there a direct bus between Kolkata (Station) and Howrah?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Central Metro and arriving at Vidyasagar Setu Toll Plaza. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Kolkata (Station) and Howrah?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Fairlie and arriving at Howrah Jetty. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10 min.

How far is it from Kolkata (Station) to Howrah?

The distance between Kolkata (Station) and Howrah is 4 km.

How do I travel from Kolkata (Station) to Howrah without a car?

The best way to get from Kolkata (Station) to Howrah without a car is to bus and subway which takes 13 min and costs .

How long does it take to get from Kolkata (Station) to Howrah?

It takes approximately 13 min to get from Kolkata (Station) to Howrah, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kolkata (Station) to Howrah bus from?

Kolkata (Station) to Howrah bus services, operated by West Bengal Transport Corporation, depart from Central Metro station.

Where does the Kolkata (Station) to Howrah bus arrive?

Kolkata (Station) to Howrah bus services, operated by West Bengal Transport Corporation, arrive at Vidyasagar Setu Toll Plaza station.

Where can I stay near Howrah?

There are 1109+ hotels available in Howrah.

Kolkata (Station) to Howrah - 6 ways to travel via bus, subway, ferry, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Kolkata (Station) to Howrah by bus, subway, ferry, or taxi

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Bus, subway
best
1. Take the bus from BB Ganguly Street to Lal Bazaarbus S-175 / ...
2. Take the subway from Mahakaran to Howrah Maidansubway Green
13 min
Ferry
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Fairlie to Howrah Jettyferry
35 min
₹6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kolkata (Station) to Howrahtaxi 7 km
9 min
₹200–250
Bus
1. Take the bus from Central Metro to Vidyasagar Setu Toll Plazabus S-10
17 min
₹18
Bus via Nabanna Bus Terminus
1. Take the bus from Central Metro to Nabanna Bus Terminusbus S-57
32 min
₹35
Bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from BB Ganguly Street to Calcutta High Courtbus S 158
2. Take the ferry from Fairlie to Howrah Jettyferry
37 min

Kolkata (Station) to Howrah by foot and bus

294Weekly Services

17 minAverage Duration

₹18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 3.8 km
Duration: 13 min

What companies run services between Kolkata (Station), India and Howrah, India?

West Bengal Transport Corporation operates a ferry from Fairlie to Howrah Jetty every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ₹6–9 and the journey takes 10 min. Alternatively, West Bengal Transport Corporation operates a bus from Central Metro to Vidyasagar Setu Toll Plaza every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ₹18 and the journey takes 12 min.

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