What is the cheapest way to get from Contai to Birati?

The cheapest way to get from Contai to Birati is to train which costs ₹280 - ₹2,200 and takes 4h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Contai to Birati?

The fastest way to get from Contai to Birati is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs ₹1,500 - ₹2,200.

Is there a direct bus between Contai and Birati?

No, there is no direct bus from Contai to Birati. However, there are services departing from Contai and arriving at Airport Gate 3 via BB Ganguly Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Contai and Birati?

No, there is no direct train from Contai to Birati. However, there are services departing from Kanthi P H and arriving at Birati via Howrah Maidan and Sealdah. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Contai to Birati?

The distance between Contai and Birati is 179 km. The road distance is 154.5 km.

How do I travel from Contai to Birati without a car?

The best way to get from Contai to Birati without a car is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs ₹280 - ₹2,200.

How long does it take to get from Contai to Birati?

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Contai to Birati, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Contai to Birati bus from?

Contai to Birati bus services, operated by Snemita Paribahan, depart from Contai station.

Where do I catch the Contai to Birati train from?

Contai to Birati train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Kanthi P H station.

Train or bus from Contai to Birati?

The best way to get from Contai to Birati is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs ₹280 - ₹2,200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 50m.

Where does the Contai to Birati bus arrive?

Contai to Birati bus services, operated by Snemita Paribahan, arrive at Kolkata station.

Where does the Contai to Birati train arrive?

Contai to Birati train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Howrah Jn station.

Can I drive from Contai to Birati?

Yes, the driving distance between Contai to Birati is 154 km. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Contai to Birati.

Where can I stay near Birati?

There are 1050+ hotels available in Birati.

Contai to Birati - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Contai to Birati by train, bus, car, or taxi

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1. Take the train from Kanthi P H to Howrah Jntrain 12858 / ...
4h 11m
₹287–2,169
Bus
1. Take the bus from Contai to Kolkatabus redbusIndia_Leyland A/C Seater Executive / ...
4h 50m
Drive 154.5 km
1. Drive from Contai to Biraticar 154.5 km
2h 6m
₹1,512–2,184
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Contai to Biratitaxi 154.5 km
2h 6m
₹3,400–4,100

Contai to Birati by train, foot, and subway

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4h 11mAverage Duration

₹287Cheapest Price

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Distance: 178.7 km
Duration: 4h 11m

What companies run services between Contai, India and Birati, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Kanthi P H to Howrah Jn twice daily. Tickets cost ₹160–1,300 and the journey takes 2h 49m. Alternatively, Snemita Paribahan operates a bus from Contai to Kolkata hourly, and the journey takes 3h 50m. 18 other operators also service this route.

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