Samudragarh to Rishra

Updated: 28 May 2026

Rishra is a town in the Hooghly district, located about 65 km from Samudragarh. The most convenient route is by train to Bandel, followed by a local train to Rishra. By road, you can travel via the SH 6. The town is known for its industrial heritage and proximity to the Hooghly River.

Total Distance: 65 km by road, 55 km straight-line.

Fastest Way

Driving via the SH 6 is the fastest.

Cheapest Way

Local train via Bandel is the most economical.

Compare Samudragarh to Rishra Routes

	Train Connecting	Driving Direct
Duration	2 hours	1 hour 45 mins
Avg Price	45-80 INR	1200-1800 INR
Operator	Eastern Railway	Private Taxi
Route	Samudragarh to Bandel, then Bandel to Rishra.	Via SH 6.
Tip	Rishra is well-connected by the Howrah-Bandel-Rishra local line.	The road is generally good.

Travel Tips

Train Travel
Check the live train status on the NTES website.
Road Travel
Use GPS navigation.
Language
Bengali is the main language.
Connectivity
Good mobile network coverage.
Food
Try the local street food.

Safety Tips

Crowds
Be cautious of pickpockets in the railway station area.
Night Travel
Avoid walking alone in isolated areas at night.
Taxi Safety
Use registered taxi services.
Emergency
Keep emergency numbers saved.