Howrah to Bardhaman Main Line Local Train Time Table
The main line from Howrah to Bardhaman runs via Serampore, Chandannagar, Chuchura and Bandel, then turns through Ambika Kalna to reach Bardhaman. It is the busiest commuter corridor in Hooghly district — a local departs roughly every 15–20 minutes in the morning.
🕒 Last verified: 29 September, 2026📏 104 km⏱️ About 2 hours 20 minutes🚉 Eastern Railway
At a glance: Howrah → Bardhaman
| First train (from Howrah) | 04:05 |
|---|---|
| Last train (from Howrah) | 21:35 |
| First train (from Bardhaman) | 04:20 |
| Last train (from Bardhaman) | 21:50 |
| Frequency | Every 15–20 minutes during peak hours |
| Journey time | About 2 hours 20 minutes (104 km) |
Important stations
📍 Serampore📍 Chandannagar📍 Chuchura📍 Bandel📍 Ambika Kalna
⬆️ Howrah to Bardhaman
| Train | Departs | Key station times | Arrives |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bardhaman Main Local | 04:20 | Serampore 04:44Bandel 05:16Ambika Kalna 06:02 | 06:48 |
| Bardhaman Main LocalBusiest morning local | 05:10 | Serampore 05:34Bandel 06:04Ambika Kalna 06:52 | 07:35 |
| Bardhaman Main Local | 06:05 | Serampore 06:29Bandel 06:59Ambika Kalna 07:48 | 08:32 |
| Bardhaman Main Local | 08:15 | Serampore 08:39Bandel 09:10Ambika Kalna 10:00 | 10:45 |
| Bardhaman Main LocalMidday local | 11:30 | Serampore 11:54Bandel 12:26Ambika Kalna 13:15 | 14:00 |
| Bardhaman Main LocalEvening rush hour | 17:20 | Serampore 17:44Bandel 18:16Ambika Kalna 19:05 | 19:50 |
| Bardhaman Main LocalLast local of the day | 21:35 | Serampore 21:59Bandel 22:30Ambika Kalna 23:18 | 24:00 |
⬇️ Bardhaman to Howrah
| Train | Departs | Key station times | Arrives |
|---|---|---|---|
| Howrah Local | 04:20 | Ambika Kalna 04:58Bandel 05:48Serampore 06:22 | 06:50 |
| Howrah Local | 05:15 | Ambika Kalna 05:53Bandel 06:42Serampore 07:16 | 07:45 |
| Howrah Local | 06:30 | Ambika Kalna 07:08Bandel 07:58Serampore 08:32 | 09:00 |
| Howrah Local | 09:45 | Ambika Kalna 10:23Bandel 11:12Serampore 11:46 | 12:15 |
| Howrah Local | 16:00 | Ambika Kalna 16:38Bandel 17:28Serampore 18:02 | 18:30 |
| Howrah Local | 18:35 | Ambika Kalna 19:13Bandel 20:03Serampore 20:37 | 21:05 |
| Howrah LocalLast local of the day | 21:50 | Ambika Kalna 22:28Bandel 23:18Serampore 23:52 | 24:15 |
Frequently asked questions
When does the first local leave Howrah for Bardhaman?
On the main line, the first local leaves Howrah around 4:05 am, and after that locals are available roughly every 15–20 minutes in the morning.
How long does the Howrah to Bardhaman local take?
Via the main line it takes about 2 hours 20 minutes to 2 hours 30 minutes. The chord line is comparatively faster, taking about 2 hours.
What is the fare on the Howrah–Bardhaman local?
Depending on distance, Eastern Railway second-class fares are roughly Rs 30–45. Smart card charges are slightly lower.