Kolkata to Shantiniketan
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Kolkata, West Bengal to Shantiniketan, West Bengal.
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.
Route Map
By Car: Kolkata to Shantiniketan
184 km · ~3h 41m · About 4h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Kolkata
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
184 km · 3h 41m drive from previous stop
Arrive in ShantiniketanShantiniketan, 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 Shantiniketan
184 km · ~4h 5m · 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 → Shantiniketan
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~184 km
~4h 5m|Tentative fare ₹200–₹570
- Arrive in Shantiniketan
Shantiniketan, 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 Shantiniketan
Nearest railway stations: Howrah Jn for Kolkata, Prantik for Shantiniketan.
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.
Kolkata to Shantiniketan: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Kolkata to Shantiniketan is about 184 km by road, roughly 3.7 hours of travel time. The road passes near Bardhaman.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 184 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹7,069 · Ertiga ₹9,001 · Innova ₹9,387 · Innova Crysta ₹11,569 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹15,956
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹200 · AC Seater ₹330 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹290 · AC Sleeper ₹420 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹570
- Train: Sleeper ₹140 · Economy ₹210 · Third AC ₹290 · Second AC ₹400 · First AC ₹550
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
Stops & Places Along the Route
Good places to break the journey from Kolkata to Shantiniketan. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.
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