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How to get fromKolkata to Burnpurby ferry, train, bus, car, or taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Kolkata to Burnpur by ferry, train, bus, car, or taxi

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  1. Ferry, train

    best
    1. Take the ferry from Fairlie to Howrah Jettyferry ferry
    2. Take the train from Howrah Jn to Asansol Jntrain train 13005 / ...
    4h 21m
    ₹286–2,258

  2. Bus

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Kolkata Esplanade to Asansolbus bus
    5h 55m
    ₹280–1,073

  3. Drive  217.1 km

    1. Drive from Kolkata to Burnpurcar car 217.1 km
    3h 33m
    ₹2,432–3,512

  4. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Kolkata to Burnpurtaxi taxi 217.1 km
    3h 33m
    ₹4,800–6,000

  5. Bus via Kolkata

    1. Take the bus from Kolkata to Asansolbus bus redbusIndia_Volvo A/C Seater
    6h 35m
    ₹509–3,971

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  • Distance: 206.6 km
  • Duration: 4h 21m

What companies run services between Kolkata, India and Burnpur, India?

SBSTC operates a bus from Kolkata Esplanade to Asansol hourly. Tickets cost ₹180–230 and the journey takes 4h 25m.

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