Day trip from Rishra to Howrah
Howrah lies 17 km (10 mi) south of Rishra, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 17 km (10 mi) apart, Howrah is a realistic day trip from Rishra: about 16 min each way by road.
| Rishra | Howrah | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | India |
| Population | 117,014 | 1 million |
| Elevation | 11 m (36 ft) | 8 m (26 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) |
Where to book tours and tickets in 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.
Book a hotel in Howrah
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Common questions
How far is Howrah from Rishra?
17 km (10 mi) in a straight line, south of Rishra; by road roughly 20 km (13 mi).
How long does it take to get from Rishra to Howrah by road?
About 16 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Rishra 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.