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

The cheapest way to get from Kolkata to Jamtara is to bus via Durgapur which costs ₹750 - ₹1,000 and takes 6h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kolkata to Jamtara is to drive which takes 4h 7m and costs ₹2,900 - ₹4,300.

Is there a direct bus between Kolkata and Jamtara?

No, there is no direct bus from Kolkata to Jamtara. However, there are services departing from Kolkata Esplanade and arriving at Chittaranjan via Durgapur City Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Kolkata and Jamtara?

No, there is no direct train from Kolkata to Jamtara. However, there are services departing from Sealdah and arriving at Jamtara via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

How far is it from Kolkata to Jamtara?

The distance between Kolkata and Jamtara is 269 km. The road distance is 259.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Kolkata to Jamtara without a car is to train which takes 5h 16m and costs ₹550 - ₹2,000.

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

It takes approximately 5h 16m to get from Kolkata to Jamtara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kolkata to Jamtara bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kolkata to Jamtara train from?

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

Train or bus from Kolkata to Jamtara?

The best way to get from Kolkata to Jamtara is to train which takes 5h 16m and costs ₹550 - ₹2,000. Alternatively, you can bus via Durgapur, which costs ₹750 - ₹1,000 and takes 6h 30m.

Where does the Kolkata to Jamtara bus arrive?

Kolkata to Jamtara bus services, operated by SBSTC, arrive at Durgapur City Centre station.

Where does the Kolkata to Jamtara train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kolkata to Jamtara?

Yes, the driving distance between Kolkata to Jamtara is 260 km. It takes approximately 4h 7m to drive from Kolkata to Jamtara.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sealdah to Jamtaratrain 13185
5h 16m
₹572–1,987
Bus via Durgapur
1. Take the bus from Kolkata Esplanade to Durgapur City Centrebus
2. Take the bus from Durgapur City Centre to Chittaranjanbus
6h 30m
₹793–993
Drive 259.9 km
1. Drive from Kolkata to Jamtaracar 259.9 km
4h 7m
₹2,933–4,236
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kolkata to Jamtarataxi 259.9 km
4h 7m
₹5,500–7,000
Train via Āsansol
1. Take the train from Howrah Jn to Asansol Jntrain 13021 / ...
5h 58m
₹675–2,809
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kolkata, West Bengal to Asansolbus Kolkata, West Bengal - Asansol
7h 6m

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Distance: 268.9 km
Duration: 5h 16m

What companies run services between Kolkata, India and Jamtara, 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, you can take a bus from Kolkata Esplanade to Jamtara via Durgapur City Centre and Chittaranjan in around 6h 30m.

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