Train
Salar to Cuttack
Updated: 28 May 2026
The route from Salar to Cuttack covers roughly 430 km. You first travel to Howrah, then board a direct train to Cuttack. The journey passes through the coastal plains. NH 16 is the primary highway for road travel. Cuttack is known as the silver city of Odisha.
Total Distance: 430 km by road, 390 km air distance.
Fastest Way
Superfast train from Howrah.
Cheapest Way
Train from Howrah.
Compare Salar to Cuttack Routes
Train
Connecting
Duration
8 hours 30 mins
Avg Price
550-1700 INR
Operator
Howrah-Puri Express
Route
Salar to Howrah, then Howrah to Cuttack
Cuttack is a major stop before Bhubaneswar.
Travel Tips
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BookingBook tickets early.
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TransportAuto-rickshaws are plentiful.
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WeatherHumid in summer.
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FoodTry Dahibara Aludum.
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StationCuttack Junction is well connected.
Safety Tips
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CrowdsStay alert in markets.
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WaterUse bottled water.
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ValuablesKeep safe.
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NightAvoid lonely roads.
People Also Ask
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How to reach Cuttack?Train from Howrah.
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Is it a long journey?8.5 hours.
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Are there flights?Fly to Bhubaneswar.
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Best time to visit?Winter.
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Is it safe?Yes.
Quick Info
- From Salar, West Bengal, India
- To Cuttack, Odisha, India
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Modes
Best Time to Travel
October to March.
Things to Do in Cuttack
1
Barabati Fort
A 14th-century fort ruins overlooking the Mahanadi river.
2
Cuttack Chandi Temple
A famous temple dedicated to Goddess Chandi.
3
Netaji Birthplace Museum
The house where Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose was born.
4
Maritime Museum
Showcases the rich maritime history of Odisha.
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