What is the cheapest way to get from Purulia to Contai?

The cheapest way to get from Purulia to Contai is to train which costs ₹330 - ₹2,600 and takes 6h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Purulia to Contai?

The fastest way to get from Purulia to Contai is to drive which takes 4h 13m and costs ₹3,000 - ₹4,400.

Is there a direct bus between Purulia and Contai?

No, there is no direct bus from Purulia to Contai. However, there are services departing from Purulia and arriving at Contai via Asansol and Kolkata. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h.

Is there a direct train between Purulia and Contai?

No, there is no direct train from Purulia to Contai. However, there are services departing from Purulia Jn and arriving at Kanthi P H via Kharagpur Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.

How far is it from Purulia to Contai?

The distance between Purulia and Contai is 338 km. The road distance is 268.7 km.

How do I travel from Purulia to Contai without a car?

The best way to get from Purulia to Contai without a car is to train which takes 6h 44m and costs ₹330 - ₹2,600.

How long does it take to get from Purulia to Contai?

It takes approximately 6h 44m to get from Purulia to Contai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Purulia to Contai bus from?

Purulia to Contai bus services, operated by SBSTC, depart from Purulia station.

Where do I catch the Purulia to Contai train from?

Purulia to Contai train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Purulia Jn station.

Train or bus from Purulia to Contai?

The best way to get from Purulia to Contai is to train which takes 6h 44m and costs ₹330 - ₹2,600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 11h.

Where does the Purulia to Contai bus arrive?

Purulia to Contai bus services, operated by SBSTC, arrive at Asansol station.

Where does the Purulia to Contai train arrive?

Purulia to Contai train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Kharagpur Jn station.

Can I drive from Purulia to Contai?

Yes, the driving distance between Purulia to Contai is 269 km. It takes approximately 4h 13m to drive from Purulia to Contai.

Where can I stay near Contai?

There are 63+ hotels available in Contai.

Purulia to Contai - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Purulia to Contai by train, bus, car, or taxi

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1. Take the train from Purulia Jn to Kharagpur Jntrain 12884 / ...
2. Take the train from Kharagpur Jn to Kanthi P Htrain 13418 / ...
6h 44m
₹333–2,596
Bus
1. Take the bus from Purulia to Asansolbus
2. Take the bus from Asansol to Kolkatabus
3. Take the bus from Kolkata to Contaibus
11h
Drive 268.7 km
1. Drive from Purulia to Contaicar 268.7 km
4h 13m
₹3,015–4,355
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Purulia to Contaitaxi 268.7 km
4h 13m
₹5,500–7,500

Purulia to Contai by train

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6h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 337.9 km
Duration: 6h 44m

What companies run services between Purulia, India and Contai, India?

You can take a train from Purulia Jn to Kanthi P H via Kharagpur Jn in around 6h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Purulia to Contai via Asansol, Asansol, and Kolkata in around 11h.

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