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How to get fromPurulia to West Bengalby train, bus, car, or taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Purulia to West Bengal by train, bus, car, or taxi

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  1. Train

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    1. Take the train from Purulia Jn to Howrah Jntrain train 12884 / ...
    6h 21m
    ₹239–1,728

  2. Bus via Āsansol

    1. Take the bus from Purulia to Asansolbus bus
    2. Take the bus from Asansol to Kolkata Esplanadebus bus
    7h 16m
    ₹240–307

  3. Drive  247.8 km

    1. Drive from Purulia to Kolkatacar car 247.8 km
    3h 50m
    ₹2,414–3,486

  4. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Purulia to Kolkatataxi taxi 247.8 km
    3h 50m
    ₹5,500–6,500

  5. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Purulia to Kolkatabus bus
    16h 47m
    ₹250–320

Purulia to West Bengal by train, foot, and subway

Calendar30Weekly Services
Duration6h 21mAverage Duration
Ticket₹239Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 330.5 km
  • Duration: 6h 21m

What companies run services between Purulia, India and West Bengal, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Purulia Jn to Howrah Jn 4 times a day. Tickets cost ₹220–1,800 and the journey takes 5h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Purulia to Taltola via Asansol, Kolkata Esplanade, and Esplanade Bus Terminal in around 7h 16m.

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