Is Barrackpore a good place to visit?

Yes, it is a historic town with some local attractions.

Are there direct trains from Shyampur to Barrackpore?

No, you must change at Kolkata.

Is Barrackpore safe for visitors?

Yes, it is a safe and friendly town.

Barrackpore

Train Driving

Shyampur to Barrackpore

Updated: 28 May 2026

The journey from Shyampur to Barrackpore is a 65-kilometer trip across the northern part of the Howrah and North 24 Parganas districts. You will travel via NH 19, passing through Kolkata. Barrackpore is a historic town known for its military cantonment and riverside views. The journey takes about 2.5 to 3 hours. Expect heavy traffic in the Kolkata metropolitan area.

Total Distance: 65 km driving distance; 55 km straight-line air distance.

Fastest Way

Private taxi via NH 19 takes 2.5 hours.

Cheapest Way

Local train from Bagnan to Barrackpore via Kolkata costs approximately 50 INR.

Compare Shyampur to Barrackpore Routes

	Train Connecting	Driving Direct
Duration	3 hours	2.5 hours
Avg Price	50-120 INR	1200-1800 INR
Operator	Local EMU Train	Private Taxi
Route	Bagnan Station to Barrackpore Station via Kolkata/Sealdah.	Shyampur - Howrah - Kolkata - Barrackpore via NH 19.
Tip	Requires a change at Kolkata/Sealdah.	Expect heavy traffic in Kolkata.

Travel Tips

Transport
Auto-rickshaws are the best way to get around.
Food
Try the local sweets and snacks.
Connectivity
Barrackpore is well-connected by road and rail.
Planning
Check train schedules on the IRCTC website.
Language
Bengali is the primary language.

Safety Tips

Traffic
Be careful while driving in the heavy traffic of Kolkata.
Personal Safety
Keep your belongings secure in public areas.
Emergency
Barrackpore has good medical facilities.
Night Travel
The town is safe, but avoid isolated areas at night.