What is the cheapest way to get from Kolkata to Jāmtāra?

The cheapest way to get from Kolkata to Jāmtāra is to bus which costs ₹300 - ₹1,200 and takes 6h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kolkata to Jāmtāra?

The fastest way to get from Kolkata to Jāmtāra is to drive which takes 3h 59m and costs ₹2,800 - ₹4,200.

Is there a direct bus between Kolkata and Jāmtāra?

No, there is no direct bus from Kolkata to Jāmtāra. However, there are services departing from Kolkata Esplanade and arriving at Asansol via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Kolkata and Jāmtāra?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sealdah and arriving at Jamtara. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 8m.

How far is it from Kolkata to Jāmtāra?

The distance between Kolkata and Jāmtāra is 259 km. The road distance is 252 km.

How do I travel from Kolkata to Jāmtāra without a car?

The best way to get from Kolkata to Jāmtāra without a car is to train which takes 5h 8m and costs ₹200 - ₹1,600.

How long does it take to get from Kolkata to Jāmtāra?

The train from Sealdah to Jamtara takes 5h 8m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Kolkata to Jāmtāra bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kolkata to Jāmtāra train from?

Kolkata to Jāmtāra train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Sealdah station.

Train or bus from Kolkata to Jāmtāra?

The best way to get from Kolkata to Jāmtāra is to train which takes 5h 8m and costs ₹200 - ₹1,600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹300 - ₹1,200 and takes 6h 23m.

Where does the Kolkata to Jāmtāra bus arrive?

Kolkata to Jāmtāra bus services, operated by SBSTC, arrive at Asansol station.

Where does the Kolkata to Jāmtāra train arrive?

Kolkata to Jāmtāra train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Jamtara station.

Can I drive from Kolkata to Jāmtāra?

Yes, the driving distance between Kolkata to Jāmtāra is 252 km. It takes approximately 3h 59m to drive from Kolkata to Jāmtāra.

Where can I stay near Jāmtāra?

There are two+ hotels available in Jāmtāra.

Kolkata to Jāmtāra - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Kolkata to Jāmtāra by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sealdah to Jamtaratrain 13185
5h 8m
₹200–1,600
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kolkata Esplanade to Asansolbus
6h 23m
₹300–1,173
Drive 252 km
1. Drive from Kolkata to Jāmtāracar 252 km
3h 59m
₹2,844–4,108
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kolkata to Jāmtārataxi 252 km
3h 59m
₹5,500–7,000
Train via Āsansol
1. Take the train from Howrah Jn to Asansol Jntrain 13021 / ...
5h 49m
₹305–2,359
Bus via Kolkata, West Bengal
1. Take the bus from Kolkata, West Bengal to Asansolbus Kolkata, West Bengal - Asansol
6h 58m

Kolkata to Jāmtāra by train

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Distance: 259.5 km
Duration: 5h 8m

What companies run services between Kolkata, India and Jāmtāra, Jharkhand, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Sealdah to Jamtara once daily. Tickets cost ₹200–1,600 and the journey takes 5h 8m. Alternatively, SBSTC operates a bus from Kolkata Esplanade to Asansol hourly. Tickets cost ₹180–230 and the journey takes 4h 25m.

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