How to Reach Kalighat from Howrah Station: A Complete Guide

Kolkata, the City of Joy, is not only famous for its culture but also for its religious places. One such place is the Kalighat Temple, which is one of the oldest and significant temples in India, which is dedicated to Goddess Kali. This guide will help you to know the easiest and the most comfortable ways to reach Kalighat Temple if you begin your journey from Howrah Station.

Howrah to kalighat Total distance :- 15 KM

Kalighat from Howrah Station Options

1. By Taxi/Cab (Fastest Option)

The easiest and fastest means to get to Kalighat from Howrah Station is by taxi. The distance from Howrah Station to Kalighat Temple is approximately 10 km, and it will take approximately 30-45 minutes to cover this distance.

Approximate Fare: From ₹200 to ₹300 depending on the traffic and the service provider of the cab.
Route: The taxi will probably use the A.J.C Bose Road or M.G Road, both are the shortest routes.
Best for: The people with luggage, the people who do not want to deal with a stopover at an intermediate point.
For the yellow taxi, you can just go online and book a yellow taxi or if you prefer a better car, you can use Ola or Uber.

2. By Metro (Economical Option)

Metro Rail is one of the fastest and cheap means of transport from Howrah Station to Kalighat in Kolkata. The metro station in Howrah is not yet complete but the nearest metro station is the Esplanade metro station.

Howrah to Kalighat first metro, last metro, distance
Travel Time	⏱ 0:18:10 hh:mm:ss
Total Distance	⛗ 10 KM
Total Stops	◉ 9 Stations
Interchange	☵ 1 Change
Token Fare	₹ 15

Metro Details

Trip starts ☞

Green Line Platform 1 Towards Salt Lake Sector V

◉ Howrah
↓
◉ Mahakaran
↓
◉ Esplanade

Change here ☞

Blue Line Platform 2 Towards Kavi Subhash

◉ Esplanade
↓
◉ Park Street
↓
◉ Maidan
↓
◉ Rabindra Sadan
↓
◉ Netaji Bhavan
↓
◉ Jatin Das Park
↓
◉ Kalighat

Trip ends 🙏

Kolkata Central to Kalighat Metro Route

Travel TimeApprox Duration.	⏱ 0:12:43 hh:mm:ss
Total Distance	⛗ 7 KM
Total Stops	◉ 9 Stations
Interchange	☵ 0 Change
Token Fare	₹ 15

Metro Details

Trip starts ☞

Blue Line Platform 2 Towards Kavi Subhash
◉ Central
↓
◉ Chandni Chowk
↓
◉ Esplanade
↓
◉ Park Street
↓
◉ Maidan
↓
◉ Rabindra Sadan
↓
◉ Netaji Bhavan
↓
◉ Jatin Das Park
↓
◉ Kalighat

Trip ends 🙏

From Howrah Station, take a bus (route numbers 7, 17, or others) or a taxi to Esplanade Metro Station (approximately 2.5 km).
- Bus Fare: ₹10 to ₹15
- Taxi Fare: ₹50 to ₹70
- Travel Time: 10 to 15 minutes
At Esplanade, board the Blue Line Metro (North-South Corridor) heading towards Kavi Subhash.
Get down at Kalighat Metro Station, which is just a 5-minute walk from the Kalighat Temple.
- Metro Fare: ₹10 to ₹15
- Travel Time: 10 to 15 minutes (Esplanade to Kalighat)

Best for: Solo travelers or budget-conscious visitors who prefer public transport.

3. By Bus (Local Experience)

The public transport system of Kolkata is well linked with Howrah Station with almost all parts of the city including Kalighat. Buses are the cheapest means of transport, but they may sometimes take longer because of traffic congestion.

Steps:

From Howrah Station, head to the Howrah Bus Stand, which is adjacent to the station.
Take buses on routes such as:
- Route 18B, 12C/1 (direct to Kalighat)
- Route S47 (via Esplanade)
- Route AC9/1 (air-conditioned buses available)
The bus will drop you at or near Kalighat Tram Depot, a short walk from the temple.

Howrah to Kalighat bus no and Details

3:20 PM – 3:51 PM (31 min) BusAC-537AM-7BS-5S-7 3:20 PM from Howrah Station 2 min every 5 min
3:22 PM – 3:59 PM (37 min) BusAC-12D37A41BE-4S-10A  BusM-7K41BS-112S-113 3:22 PM from Howrah Station
3:30 PM – 4:06 PM (36 min) Bus12A37AE-4S-10AS-108  BusS-13541M-7BS-2S-7 3:30 PM from Howrah Station

Fare: ₹10 to ₹20 (for regular buses) or ₹30 to ₹40 (for air-conditioned buses)
Travel Time: 45 minutes to 1 hour (depending on traffic)

Best for: Travelers looking to explore the city like a local and don’t mind longer travel times.

4. By Auto-Rickshaw (Short Rides)

Auto-rickshaws are also cheap and fast means of transport in Kolkata. In case you are traveling by metro or bus, at least to some destination, you can then hire an auto-rickshaw to complete the journey.

From Esplanade Metro Station or Kalighat Tram Depot, autos are readily available and will take you to Kalighat for around ₹30 to ₹50.

Best for: Those traveling part of the journey by metro or bus and need a quick final transfer to Kalighat.

5. By Ferry (For a Scenic Experience)

For a unique and scenic route, consider taking a ferry across the Hooghly River from Howrah Ferry Ghat to Princep Ghat or Babughat. From there, you can either take a taxi or metro to Kalighat.

Steps:

Walk or take a short taxi ride from Howrah Station to Howrah Ferry Ghat.
Board a ferry heading to Babughat or Princep Ghat.
- Ferry Fare: ₹6 to ₹10
- Travel Time: 10 to 15 minutes
From Babughat, take a taxi or bus to Kalighat, or walk to the nearest metro station (Esplanade) and follow the metro route.

Best for: Those who want to enjoy a scenic view of Kolkata’s iconic landmarks like the Howrah Bridge and the Hooghly River during the journey.

Cheap and Easy commutation

If you are somewhere at Gariahat – Take a bus going towards Rashbehari from the Gariahat Crossing.
If you are somewhere at Garia – The buses plying from Garia are , bus no 228, 80A, Harinavi mini.
If you are somewhere at Park Circus – Take a taxi towards Park Street Meto – take the metro towards Kalighat Metro
If you are somewhere at Chetla / Taratala – Auto towards Rashbejari; seven odd minutes walk & you are at Kalighat.
If you are somewhere near Alipore- auto up to Hazra and from Hazra to Kalighat on foot is worthy.

Conclusion

Getting to Kalighat from Howrah Station is not a problem since Kolkata has good transport facilities. From the convenient taxi to the fast metro or the cheap bus, you are spoiled for choice when it comes to getting around in Moscow. All means of transport have their own advantages and disadvantage; therefore, one should choose the one that he or she prefers depending on the time to be used, money to be spent, and the convenience.

Have a wonderful time at the Kalighat Temple and get the feel of the religious and historical importance of one of the pride possessions of Kolkata!