Howrah to Chinsurah
The distance from Howrah to Chinsurah is about 45 km by road, roughly 1 hours (estimated). Chinsurah is connected with Kolkata by the Grand Trunk Road and Old Delhi Road. Old
Tentative Fare Estimate
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Overview
The distance from Howrah to Chinsurah is about 45 km by road, roughly 1 hours (estimated). Chinsurah is connected with Kolkata by the Grand Trunk Road and Old Delhi Road. Old Delhi Road is preferable whenever possible because the GT Road is consumed by local traffic, and it is a daunting task to drive through the potholed roads.
Route Map
By Car: Howrah to Chinsurah
45 km · ~54m · About 1h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Howrah
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Howrah to Chinsurah
45 km · ~1h · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Howrah
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Howrah. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Howrah → Chinsurah
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~45 km
~1h|Tentative fare ₹50–₹180
- Arrive in Chinsurah
Chinsurah, West Bengal
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Howrah to Chinsurah
Nearest railway stations: Howrah Jn for Howrah, Bandel Jn for Chinsurah.
Direct trains
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
Transport Options
By Car
Approximately 45 km by road from Howrah to Chinsurah, roughly 1 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).
By Train
The nearest railway station to Chinsurah is Hooghly Ghat railway station, about 1 km from the town centre.
Railhead
Reach Hooghly Ghat railway station, then continue by local transport.
- Hooghly Ghat railway station — about 1 km
- Hooghly railway station — about 2 km
Travel Tips
Budget Estimate
road
45 km
1 hours
Approximately 45 km by road from Howrah to Chinsurah, roughly 1 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).
train
45 km
The nearest railway station to Chinsurah is Hooghly Ghat railway station, about 1 km from the town centre.
Frequently Asked Questions
About 45 km by road (estimated from straight-line distance).
Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU), about 28 km away.
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