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

The cheapest way to get from Āsansol to Contai is to train which costs ₹230 - ₹1,800 and takes 6h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Āsansol to Contai is to drive which takes 4h 10m and costs ₹3,000 - ₹4,500.

Is there a direct bus between Āsansol and Contai?

No, there is no direct bus from Āsansol to Contai. However, there are services departing from Asansol and arriving at Contai via Kolkata. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Āsansol and Contai?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Asansol Jn and arriving at Kanthi P H. Services depart twice a week, and operate Thursday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 6h 13m.

How far is it from Āsansol to Contai?

The distance between Āsansol and Contai is 340 km. The road distance is 274.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Āsansol to Contai without a car is to train which takes 6h 13m and costs ₹230 - ₹1,800.

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

The train from Asansol Jn to Kanthi P H takes 6h 13m including transfers and departs twice a week.

Where do I catch the Āsansol to Contai bus from?

Āsansol to Contai bus services, operated by Express Line, depart from Asansol station.

Where do I catch the Āsansol to Contai train from?

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

Train or bus from Āsansol to Contai?

The best way to get from Āsansol to Contai is to train which takes 6h 13m and costs ₹230 - ₹1,800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 40m.

Where does the Āsansol to Contai bus arrive?

Āsansol to Contai bus services, operated by Express Line, arrive at Kolkata station.

Where does the Āsansol to Contai train arrive?

Āsansol to Contai train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Kanthi P H station.

Can I drive from Āsansol to Contai?

Yes, the driving distance between Āsansol to Contai is 274 km. It takes approximately 4h 10m to drive from Āsansol to Contai.

How do I get a bus ticket from Āsansol to Contai?

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

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Asansol Jn to Kanthi P Htrain 13418 / ...
6h 13m
₹230–1,800
Bus
1. Take the bus from Asansol to Kolkatabus redbusIndia_Volvo A/C Seater
2. Take the bus from Kolkata to Contaibus redbusIndia_A/C Seater
8h 40m
Drive 274.3 km
1. Drive from Āsansol to Contaicar 274.3 km
4h 10m
₹3,064–4,425
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Āsansol to Contaitaxi 274.3 km
4h 10m
₹6,000–7,500

Āsansol to Contai by train

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6h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 340.1 km
Duration: 6h 13m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Asansol Jn to Kanthi P H twice a week. Tickets cost ₹230–1,800 and the journey takes 6h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Asansol to Contai via Kolkata in around 8h 40m.

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