What is the cheapest way to get from Varanasi to Howrah Bridge?

The cheapest way to get from Varanasi to Howrah Bridge is to train which costs ₹360 - ₹2,800 and takes 12h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Varanasi to Howrah Bridge?

The fastest way to get from Varanasi to Howrah Bridge is to drive which takes 9h 34m and costs ₹7,000 - ₹11,000.

Is there a direct bus between Varanasi and Howrah Bridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Varanasi to Howrah Bridge. However, there are services departing from Varanasi and arriving at Howrah Bus stand via BB Ganguly Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Varanasi and Howrah Bridge?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kashi and arriving at Howrah Jn. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14h 12m.

How far is it from Varanasi to Howrah Bridge?

The distance between Varanasi and Howrah Bridge is 688 km. The road distance is 662.6 km.

How do I travel from Varanasi to Howrah Bridge without a car?

The best way to get from Varanasi to Howrah Bridge without a car is to train which takes 12h 19m and costs ₹360 - ₹2,800.

How long does it take to get from Varanasi to Howrah Bridge?

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Varanasi to Howrah Bridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Varanasi to Howrah Bridge bus from?

Varanasi to Howrah Bridge bus services, operated by Lokenath Bus Service, depart from Varanasi station.

Where do I catch the Varanasi to Howrah Bridge train from?

Varanasi to Howrah Bridge train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Varanasi Jn station.

Train or bus from Varanasi to Howrah Bridge?

The best way to get from Varanasi to Howrah Bridge is to train which takes 12h 19m and costs ₹360 - ₹2,800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,000 - ₹3,200 and takes 14h 7m.

Where does the Varanasi to Howrah Bridge bus arrive?

Varanasi to Howrah Bridge bus services, operated by Lokenath Bus Service, arrive at Kolkata station.

Where does the Varanasi to Howrah Bridge train arrive?

Varanasi to Howrah Bridge train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Sealdah station.

Can I drive from Varanasi to Howrah Bridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Varanasi to Howrah Bridge is 663 km. It takes approximately 9h 34m to drive from Varanasi to Howrah Bridge.

Where can I stay near Howrah Bridge?

There are 1088+ hotels available in Howrah Bridge.

Varanasi to Howrah Bridge - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, subway, and bus

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There are 8 ways to get from Varanasi to Howrah Bridge by plane, subway, bus, train, or car

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Fly, subway, bus
best
1. Fly from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU)plane VNS - CCU
2. Take the subway from Noapara to Girish Parksubway
3. Take the bus from Girish Park to Howrah Stationbus
2h 39m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Varanasi Jn to Sealdahtrain 22318
12h 19m
₹360–2,800
Bus
1. Take the bus from Varanasi to Kolkatabus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper / ...
14h 7m
₹1,000–3,200
Drive 662.6 km
1. Drive from Varanasi to Howrah Bridgecar 662.6 km
9h 34m
₹7,435–10,739
Train via Kashi
1. Take the train from Kashi to Howrah Jntrain 13006 / ...
14h 19m
₹380–2,900
Train #2
1. Take the train from Varanasi Jn to Howrah Jntrain 12354 / ...
14h 32m
₹380–3,000
Train via Pt.Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Jn.
1. Take the train from Pt.Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Jn. to Howrah Jntrain 12322 / ...
14h 32m
₹463–3,568
Bus via Ranchi
1. Take the bus from Varanasi to Ranchibus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper
2. Take the bus from Ranchi to Kolkatabus redbusIndia_Volvo 9600 Multi-Axle A/C Sleeper / ...
19h 26m

Varanasi to Howrah Bridge by train and foot

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Distance: 687.9 km
Duration: 2h 39m

What companies run services between Varanasi, India and Howrah Bridge, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Varanasi Jn to Sealdah once a week. Tickets cost ₹360–2,800 and the journey takes 11h 50m. Alternatively, Lokenath Bus Service operates a bus from Varanasi to Kolkata 5 times a day, and the journey takes 13h 50m. Nine other operators also service this route.

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