Kolkata to Serampore
The distance from Kolkata to Serampore is about 25 km by road, roughly 1 hours (estimated). The famous Grand Trunk Road runs through Serampore as SH 6. SH 13 acts as a bypass of
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
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 Kolkata to Serampore is about 25 km by road, roughly 1 hours (estimated). The famous Grand Trunk Road runs through Serampore as SH 6. SH 13 acts as a bypass of SH 6 and is a better way to reach Serampore if you don't want to follow the now-congested GT Road.
Route Map
By Car: Kolkata to Serampore
25 km · ~30m · About 1h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Kolkata
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
25 km · 30m drive from previous stop
Arrive in SeramporeSerampore, 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: Kolkata to Serampore
25 km · ~33m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Kolkata
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Kolkata. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Kolkata → Serampore
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~25 km
~33m|Tentative fare ₹30–₹120
- Arrive in Serampore
Serampore, 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: Kolkata to Serampore
Nearest railway stations: Howrah Jn for Kolkata, Howrah Jn for Serampore.
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.
Hotels in Serampore
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Treebo Globe International
Kolkata
Treebo Green View
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Treebo Hoops - Airport
Kolkata
Treebo Vedanta
Kolkata
Things to Do in Serampore
Danish Governor House
The former seat of government of Serampore, originally a home of Ole Bie, who built the Danish colony.
St. Olav's Church
The Protestant church was once the centre for all European social and religious events. The church never had a Danish pastor, and was instead being managed by the…
Serampore College
The first college in Asia to award a degree. It was built in 1818 by the Serampore Trio.
Serampore Mission Burial Ground
The cemetery where the Serampore Trio and their relatives are buried. The graves of William Carey, his wife Dorothy, and son Felix are lying side by side.
Henry Martyn's Pagoda
An old temple where Henry Martyn lived for some months. He was a Cantabrigian priest, who arrived in Calcutta (Kolkata) as an East India Company chaplain.
Jagannath Temple
The famous Jagannath temple in Serampore, known for organising the oldest Ratha Yatra in Bengal, after the Puri Ratha Yatra. It is said to have been celebrated since…
Suggested Serampore Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Serampore
- Travel from Kolkata to Serampore (about 1 hrs by road) and check in
- Visit Serampore College
Day 2Explore Serampore
- Visit Henry Martyn's Pagoda
- Visit Danish Governor House
Day 3Last sights and departure
- Visit Jagannath Temple
- Head back to Kolkata
Travel Tips
Budget Estimate
road
25 km
1 hours
Approximately 25 km by road from Kolkata to Serampore, roughly 1 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).
train
25 km
The nearest railway station to Serampore is Shrirampur railway station, about 0 km from the town centre.
Extend Your Trip
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Serampore → Berachampa
About 45 km by road
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Frequently Asked Questions
About 25 km by road (estimated from straight-line distance).
Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU), about 15 km away.
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