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

The cheapest way to get from Kolkata to Kotshila is to train which costs ₹240 - ₹1,900 and takes 5h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kolkata to Kotshila is to drive which takes 4h 14m and costs ₹3,100 - ₹4,600.

Is there a direct bus between Kolkata and Kotshila?

No, there is no direct bus from Kolkata to Kotshila. However, there are services departing from Kolkata and arriving at Purulia via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Kolkata and Kotshila?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Howrah Jn and arriving at Kotshila. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 5h 29m.

How far is it from Kolkata to Kotshila?

The distance between Kolkata and Kotshila is 376 km. The road distance is 278.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Kolkata to Kotshila without a car is to train which takes 5h 29m and costs ₹240 - ₹1,900.

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

The train from Howrah Jn to Kotshila takes 5h 29m including transfers and departs six times a week.

Where do I catch the Kolkata to Kotshila bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kolkata to Kotshila train from?

Kolkata to Kotshila train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Howrah Jn station.

Train or bus from Kolkata to Kotshila?

The best way to get from Kolkata to Kotshila is to train which takes 5h 29m and costs ₹240 - ₹1,900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹900 - ₹1,200 and takes 6h 9m.

Where does the Kolkata to Kotshila bus arrive?

Kolkata to Kotshila bus services, operated by SBSTC, arrive at Purulia station.

Where does the Kolkata to Kotshila train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kolkata to Kotshila?

Yes, the driving distance between Kolkata to Kotshila is 278 km. It takes approximately 4h 14m to drive from Kolkata to Kotshila.

Where can I stay near Kotshila?

There are four+ hotels available in Kotshila.

Kolkata to Kotshila - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Howrah Jn to Kotshilatrain 20897
5h 29m
₹240–1,900
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kolkata to Puruliabus
6h 9m
₹943–1,151
Drive 278.1 km
1. Drive from Kolkata to Kotshilacar 278.1 km
4h 14m
₹3,135–4,528
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kolkata to Kotshilataxi 278.1 km
4h 14m
₹6,000–7,500
Fly, train
1. Fly from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Birsa Munda Airport (IXR)plane CCU - IXR
2. Take the train from Ranchi to Kotshilatrain
5h 57m
₹6,101–14,395

Kolkata to Kotshila by train

6Weekly Trains

5h 29mAverage Duration

₹240Cheapest Price

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Distance: 375.8 km
Duration: 5h 29m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Howrah Jn to Kotshila 6 times a week. Tickets cost ₹240–1,900 and the journey takes 5h 29m. Alternatively, SBSTC operates a bus from Kolkata to Purulia once daily. Tickets cost ₹240–310 and the journey takes 5h 42m.

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