Bhubaneswar to Howrah by train
Howrah lies 363 km (226 mi) north-east of Bhubaneswar, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 6 h 57 min at the speeds typical of India rail, over roughly 443 km (275 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Bhubaneswar | Howrah | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | India |
| Population | 885,363 | 1 million |
| Elevation | 62 m (203 ft) | 8 m (26 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) |
| Stations on record | New Bhubaneswar railway station, Vani Vihar railway station, Mancheswar railway station | Howrah railway station, Shalimar railway station, Santragachi Junction railway station |
Where to book trains from Bhubaneswar to Howrah
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Staying in Howrah
Our booking partner lists 22 places to stay in Howrah. Of the 22 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (20). Guests have left 16 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Howrah from Bhubaneswar?
363 km (226 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Bhubaneswar; by road roughly 443 km (275 mi).
How long does it take to get from Bhubaneswar to Howrah by train?
About 6 h 57 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bhubaneswar and Howrah?
No, both are on Asia/Kolkata at the moment.
Where can I stay in Howrah?
Our booking partner lists 22 places to stay in Howrah, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.