Barasat, a major suburb of Kolkata, is located about 220 km from Barakar. The most efficient way to reach is by train from Asansol Junction to Kolkata/Sealdah, followed by local transport. By road, the journey follows NH 19 and NH 12. Barasat is a key commercial and residential hub in the North 24 Parganas district.
Total Distance: 220 km by road, 190 km air distance.
Local trains from Sealdah to Barasat are frequent.
October to March for pleasant weather.