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Howrah to Kolkata

The distance from Howrah to Kolkata is about 14 km by road, roughly 1 hours (estimated). National highway numbers 12, 16, and 19, and the Grand Trunk Road radiate from the city,

14 kmDistance
1 hrsDuration

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹5,855
Ertiga₹7,430
Innova₹7,745
Innova Crysta₹9,570
Tempo Traveller (12)₹13,100

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹20
AC Seater₹30
Non-AC Sleeper₹20
AC Sleeper₹30
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹90
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Train
Sleeper₹40
Economy₹40
Third AC₹50
Second AC₹60
First AC₹70
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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 Kolkata is about 14 km by road, roughly 1 hours (estimated). National highway numbers 12, 16, and 19, and the Grand Trunk Road radiate from the city, providing links to most parts of the country.

Route Map

By Car: Howrah to Kolkata

14 km · ~17m · About 0h of driving, plus stops.

  1. Start from Howrah

    An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.

  2. 14 km · 17m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Kolkata

    Kolkata, West Bengal

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 Kolkata

14 km · ~19m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

  1. 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.

  2. Howrah → Kolkata

    Non-AC or AC Seater · ~14 km

    ~19m|Tentative fare ₹20–₹90

  3. Arrive in Kolkata

    Kolkata, 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 Kolkata

Nearest railway stations: Howrah Jn for Howrah, Howrah Jn for Kolkata.

Direct trains

GUWAHATI - TRIVANDRUM CENTRAL EXP#12516 · Superfast
01:12 AMSantragachi Jn
2m1 stops
01:14 AMMaurigram
GUWAHATI - TRIVANDRUM SF Exp#12508 · Superfast
01:12 AMSantragachi Jn
2m1 stops
01:14 AMMaurigram
DIBRUGARH - BENGALURU CITY Weekly Exp#15902 · Express
01:12 AMSantragachi Jn
2m1 stops
01:14 AMMaurigram
GUWAHATI - SECUNDERABAD Exp#12514 · Superfast
01:12 AMSantragachi Jn
2m1 stops
01:14 AMMaurigram
Chennai-Howrah SF Mail#12840 · Superfast
03:24 AMMaurigram
2m1 stops
03:26 AMSantragachi Jn

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.

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Visit Wellesley Gol Talab

Wellesley Gol Talab, (also known as Gol Talab), is a park located in Taltala neighbourhood in Central Kolkata, in the Indian state of West Bengal.

Visit St. James' Church

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Visit Osmond Memorial Church

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Suggested Kolkata Itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Kolkata

  • Travel from Howrah to Kolkata (about 1 hrs by road) and check in
  • Visit Asutosh Museum of Indian Art

Day 2Explore Kolkata

  • Visit Tiriti Bazaar
  • Visit Fatima Church

Day 3Last sights and departure

  • Visit Wellesley Gol Talab
  • Head back to Howrah
Suggested from Kolkata's top sights.

Travel Tips

National highway numbers 12, 16, and 19, and the Grand Trunk Road radiate from the city, providing links to most parts of the country.

Budget Estimate

road

14 km

1 hours

Approximately 14 km by road from Howrah to Kolkata, roughly 1 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).

train

14 km

The nearest railway station to Kolkata is Kankurgachhi Road railway station, about 2 km from the town centre.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. How far is Kolkata from Howrah?

About 14 km by road (estimated from straight-line distance).

2. Which airport is closest to Kolkata?

Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU), about 12 km away.

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