How to reach Nabadwip Dham from Howrah?
To reach Nabadwip Dham from Howrah, the most efficient and popular method is by train, which takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes to 2 hours 15 minutes for a distance of about 105 kms.
Nabadwip By Train (Recommended)
There are over 20 daily and weekly trains connecting Howrah Junction (HWH) directly to Nabadwip Dham (NDAE).
- Fastest Options
Vande Bharat Sleeper: Around 1 hour 16 minutes. - Howrah-Balurghat Express (13063): Around 1 hour 37 minutes, departing at 07:50 AM.
- Intercity Express (13465): Around 1 hour 45 minutes, departing at 02:00 PM.
- Local Trains: Frequent Howrah-Katwa Locals or Howrah-Azimganj Passengers run throughout the day and take roughly 2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutes.
- Other Stations: You can also find trains to Nabadwip from nearby Sealdah (SDAH) or Kolkata (KOAA) stations.
Nabadwip By Road From Howrah
There are over 20 daily and weekly trains connecting Howrah Junction (HWH) directly to Nabadwip Dham (NDAE).
The road distance is approximately 109–135 km, depending on the route, and usually takes 3 hours to 3 hours 30 minutes.
Route: The most common route is via NH 12 and the Kalyani Expressway.
Nabadwip Dham By Bus From Howrah
While there are no direct state buses frequently listed from Howrah Station itself, you can take a bus from Esplanade (Dharmatala) or Karunamoyee (Salt Lake) heading toward Mayapur or Krishnanagar and get off at Nabadwip. Private operators like Greenline Bus Services and Lokenath Bus Service operate from the Kolkata/Esplanade area.
Travel TIPS
If you are visiting for the Nabadwip Parikrama, it is highly recommended to book train tickets in advance as trains can get extremely crowded during festival seasons.