Howrah to Puri by train
Puri lies 403 km (250 mi) south-west of Howrah, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 7 h 43 min at the speeds typical of India rail, over roughly 491 km (305 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Howrah | Puri | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | India |
| Population | 1 million | 200,564 |
| Elevation | 8 m (26 ft) | 16 m (52 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 | Puri railway station |
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Common questions
How far is Puri from Howrah?
403 km (250 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Howrah; by road roughly 491 km (305 mi).
How long does it take to get from Howrah to Puri by train?
About 7 h 43 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Howrah and Puri?
No, both are on Asia/Kolkata at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.