Howrah to Cuttack by train
Cuttack lies 345 km (214 mi) south-west of Howrah, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 6 h 36 min at the speeds typical of India rail, over roughly 421 km (261 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Howrah | Cuttack | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | India |
| Population | 1 million | 610,189 |
| Elevation | 8 m (26 ft) | 30 m (98 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) |
| Stations on record | Howrah railway station, Shalimar railway station, Santragachi Junction railway station | none listed |
Where to book trains from Howrah to Cuttack
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Staying in Cuttack
Our booking partner lists 44 places to stay in Cuttack. Of the 38 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (25). Guests have left 225 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Cuttack
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Common questions
How far is Cuttack from Howrah?
345 km (214 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Howrah; by road roughly 421 km (261 mi).
How long does it take to get from Howrah to Cuttack by train?
About 6 h 36 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Howrah and Cuttack?
No, both are on Asia/Kolkata at the moment.
Where can I stay in Cuttack?
Our booking partner lists 44 places to stay in Cuttack, 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.