What is the cheapest way to get from Varanasi to Howrah Junction Station?

The cheapest way to get from Varanasi to Howrah Junction Station is to train which costs ₹360 - ₹2,800 and takes 12h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Varanasi to Howrah Junction Station?

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

Is there a direct bus between Varanasi and Howrah Junction Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Varanasi to Howrah Junction Station. However, there are services departing from Varanasi and arriving at Howrah Bus stand via BB Ganguly Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Varanasi and Howrah Junction Station?

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 Junction Station?

The distance between Varanasi and Howrah Junction Station is 688 km. The road distance is 662.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Varanasi to Howrah Junction Station without a car is to train which takes 12h 25m and costs ₹360 - ₹2,800.

How long does it take to get from Varanasi to Howrah Junction Station?

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Varanasi to Howrah Junction Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Varanasi to Howrah Junction Station bus from?

Varanasi to Howrah Junction Station bus services, operated by Mahadev Travels, depart from Varanasi station.

Where do I catch the Varanasi to Howrah Junction Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Varanasi to Howrah Junction Station?

The best way to get from Varanasi to Howrah Junction Station is to train which takes 12h 25m and costs ₹360 - ₹2,800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹650 - ₹4,600 and takes 14h 13m.

Where does the Varanasi to Howrah Junction Station bus arrive?

Varanasi to Howrah Junction Station bus services, operated by Mahadev Travels, arrive at Kolkata station.

Where does the Varanasi to Howrah Junction Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Varanasi to Howrah Junction Station?

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

Where can I stay near Howrah Junction Station?

There are 1080+ hotels available in Howrah Junction Station.

Varanasi to Howrah Junction Station - 7 ways to travel via train, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Varanasi to Howrah Junction Station 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 40m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Varanasi Jn to Sealdahtrain 22318
12h 25m
₹360–2,800
Bus
1. Take the bus from Varanasi to Kolkatabus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper
14h 13m
₹650–4,600
Drive 662.5 km
1. Drive from Varanasi to Howrah Junction Stationcar 662.5 km
9h 34m
₹7,415–10,711
Train via Kashi
1. Take the train from Kashi to Howrah Jntrain 13006 / ...
14h 15m
₹380–2,900
Train #2
1. Take the train from Varanasi Jn to Howrah Jntrain 12354 / ...
14h 28m
₹380–3,000
Bus via Gaya
1. Take the bus from Varanasi to Gayabus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper
2. Take the bus from Gaya to Kolkatabus redbusIndia_Leyland Non A/C Seater/Sleeper Hitech Pushback
17h 53m

Varanasi to Howrah Junction Station by train and foot

14Weekly Services

14h 15mAverage Duration

₹380Cheapest Price

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Distance: 688.4 km
Duration: 2h 40m

What companies run services between Varanasi, India and Howrah Junction Station, 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, Mahadev Travels operates a bus from Varanasi to Kolkata 3 times a day, and the journey takes 13h 50m. 14 other operators also service this route.

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