Facts about the transport from Howrah to Kharagpur
| Cheapest Transport | $4 |
| Fastest Transport | 1h 28m |
| Earliest Departure | 12:05 AM |
| Latest Departure | 11:10 PM |
| Departures per day | 46 |
| Distance | 74 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | BusYar Arzoo, Indian Railways |
Howrah to Kharagpur
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Howrah to Kharagpur Schedule
| Type | Operator | Class | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Price | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Taxi | TaxiBazaar | SUV 6pax | Any time | +2h 3m | $236.48 | |
Train | Indian Railways | CC - AC Chair Class | 06:00 | 07:28 | $6.52 | |
Train | Indian Railways | CC - AC Chair Class | 06:20 | 07:53 | $3.79 | |
Train | Indian Railways | 1A - AC First Class Sleeper | 08:25 | 10:00 | $13.61 | |
Train | Indian Railways | 2S - Second Sitting Class | 09:10 | 11:00 | $1.13 | |
Train | Indian Railways | 2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper | 10:40 | 12:15 | $8.41 | |
Train | Indian Railways | 3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper | 12:50 | 14:22 | $6.26 | |
Train | Indian Railways | CC - AC Chair Class | 13:25 | 15:00 | $3.79 | |
Train | Indian Railways | 2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper | 13:55 | 15:30 | $8.41 | |
Train | Indian Railways | CC - AC Chair Class | 14:15 | 15:55 | $5.21 | |
Train | Indian Railways | CC - AC Chair Class | 14:35 | 16:06 | $5.94 | |
Train | Indian Railways | 2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper | 15:10 | 16:55 | $8.41 | |
Train | Indian Railways | 3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper | 16:50 | 18:26 | $6.26 | |
Train | Indian Railways | 3E - AC 3-Tier Economy Sleeper | 17:20 | 18:58 | $5.89 | |
Train | Indian Railways | SL - Sleeper Class | 19:30 | 21:05 | $2.08 | |
Train | Indian Railways | 1A - AC First Class Sleeper | 21:10 | 22:55 | $12.83 | |
Bus | BusYar Arzoo | AC Seater | 21:30 | 23:45 | $6.62 | |
Train | Indian Railways | 1A - AC First Class Sleeper | 22:10 | 00:15 | $12.83 | |
Train | Indian Railways | 1A - AC First Class Sleeper | 22:35 | 00:13 | $13.61 | |
Train | Indian Railways | 2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper | 23:05 | 00:45 | $8.41 |
How to get from Howrah to Kharagpur
Travelling between Howrah and Kharagpur is possible by Bus and train. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 17.45 if you go by Train; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 3.76.
How long does it take to get from Howrah to Kharagpur?
It can take you anywhere between 2 and 3 hours to travel between Howrah and Kharagpur depending on the means of transport you choose.
Train is the fastest way to travel between Howrah and Kharagpur. Train will bring you to your destination in 1h 28m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 2h 20m to reach Kharagpur.
How much does it cost to get from Howrah to Kharagpur?
Travelling between Howrah and Kharagpur can be as cheap as USD 3.76 if you opt for a Indian Railways train and as expensive as USD 17.45 if you buy a Indian Railways Train ticket.
Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.
How many trips per day are there between Howrah and Kharagpur ?
- 45 from Howrah to Kharagpur starting from 00:05 Howrah until 23:10 Howrah
- 1 from Howrah to Kharagpur starting from 21:15 Kolkata until 21:15 Kolkata
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Howrah to Kharagpur.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Bus
Travelling from Howrah to Kharagpur overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.
They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.
Companies operating bus routes between Howrah and Kharagpur
BusYar Arzoo
Train
Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.
What is the most popular transport to get from Howrah to Kharagpur?
There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.
Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route
- 100% took a train
Transportation from Howrah to Kharagpur
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Trains$ 3.76
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Buses$ 7.28
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Ferries are not available
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Flights are not available
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Taxis are not available
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Vans are not available