What is the cheapest way to get from Howrah to Janakpur?

The cheapest way to get from Howrah to Janakpur is to ferry and train which costs $5 - $35 and takes 17h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Howrah to Janakpur?

The fastest way to get from Howrah to Janakpur is to fly which takes 6h 14m and costs $240 - $340.

Is there a direct train between Howrah and Janakpur?

No, there is no direct train from Howrah to Janakpur. However, there are services departing from Howrah Jn and arriving at Janakpur via Jaynagar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 44m.

How far is it from Howrah to Janakpur?

The distance between Howrah and Janakpur is 535 km. The road distance is 628.4 km.

How do I travel from Howrah to Janakpur without a car?

The best way to get from Howrah to Janakpur without a car is to ferry and train which takes 17h 56m and costs $5 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Howrah to Janakpur?

It takes approximately 6h 14m to get from Howrah to Janakpur, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Howrah to Janakpur train from?

Howrah to Janakpur train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Howrah Jn station.

Train or fly from Howrah to Janakpur?

The best way to get from Howrah to Janakpur is to fly which takes 6h 14m and costs $240 - $340. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $5 - $35 and takes 26h 44m.

What is the time difference between Howrah and Janakpur?

Janakpur is 15 min ahead of Howrah. It is currently 3:15 AM in Howrah and 3:30 AM in Janakpur.

Where does the Howrah to Janakpur train arrive?

Howrah to Janakpur train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Jaynagar station.

Can I drive from Howrah to Janakpur?

Yes, the driving distance between Howrah to Janakpur is 628 km. It takes approximately 9h 46m to drive from Howrah to Janakpur.

Where can I stay near Janakpur?

There are 20+ hotels available in Janakpur.

Howrah to Janakpur - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, ferry, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Howrah to Janakpur by plane, ferry, train, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Janakpur Airport (JKR)plane CCU - JKR
6h 14m
$240–340
Ferry, train
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Howrah Jetty to Fairlieferry
2. Take the train from Kolkata to Jaynagartrain 13135
17h 56m
$5–31
Ferry, bus, drive
1. Take the ferry from Howrah Jetty to Fairlieferry
2. Take the bus from Kolkata to Patnabus
3. Take the bus from Patna to Darbhangabus
4. Drive from Darbhanga to Janakpurcar
20h 27m
Drive 628.4 km
1. Drive from Howrah to Janakpurcar 628.4 km
9h 46m
$76–109
Train
1. Take the train from Howrah Jn to Jaynagartrain 13031
26h 44m
$5–33

Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Janakpur Airport (JKR) flights

12Weekly Planes

5h 20mAverage Duration

$67Cheapest Price

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Distance: 535.1 km
Duration: 6h 14m

What companies run services between Howrah, India and Janakpur, Nepal?

Buddha Air Ltd flies from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Janakpur Airport (JKR) twice daily. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Howrah Jn to Jaynagar once daily. Tickets cost $4–30 and the journey takes 24h 40m.

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