Mahishadal to Bolpur

Updated: 28 May 2026

Bolpur is famous for Santiniketan, located 190 kilometers from Mahishadal. You can reach it by train from Howrah or by road. The journey takes about 5 hours. Bolpur is a hub of culture and art.

Total Distance: 190 km driving distance, 170 km straight-line distance.

Fastest Way

Personal car, taking 5 hours.

Cheapest Way

Local train, costing around 150 INR.

Compare Mahishadal to Bolpur Routes

	Train Connecting	Bus Connecting
Duration	5 hours	6 hours
Avg Price	150-300 INR	200-350 INR
Operator	Eastern Railway	Private Bus Operators
Route	Mahishadal to Howrah, then to Bolpur	State Highway
Tip	Requires a change at Howrah.	Buses are available.

Travel Tips

Booking
Book train tickets in advance.
Transport
Use local autos for sightseeing.
Clothing
Carry comfortable clothes.
Food
Try the local restaurants.
Language
Bengali is the primary language.

Safety Tips

Road Safety
Drive carefully on the highway.
Personal Safety
Keep your belongings secure.
Night Travel
Avoid late-night travel.
Emergency
Bolpur has several hospitals.