How to Reach Kamarpukur & Jayrambati

Kamarpukur and Jayrambati are well-connected by roadways and railways from Kolkata and nearby districts. Here is a detailed guide on how to reach these sacred pilgrimage centres.

By Train

Via Goghat (Nearest Station)

Take a direct Goghat Local from Howrah Station. Get off at Goghat Station. From there, Totos, Vans, and Autos are readily available to drop you directly at Kamarpukur Math (approx. 20 min).

Via Arambagh

Since train frequency to Goghat is lower, you can take an Arambagh Local from Howrah. From Arambagh Station, plenty of buses are available to reach Kamarpukur.

Via Tarakeswar

Tarakeswar Local trains from Howrah have the highest frequency. Get off at Tarakeswar Station and proceed to the nearby bus stand to catch a bus to Kamarpukur.

Via Bishnupur (For Jayrambati)

Trains are available to Bishnupur Station from Howrah/Santragachi. From Bishnupur, you can take a bus or hire a car to reach Jayrambati directly (~35 km).

By Bus

  • From Kolkata (Esplanade/Dharmatala): Direct CSTC, SBSTC, and private buses are available for Kamarpukur (journey time ~3.5–4 hours).
  • From Tarakeswar: Buses available via Arambagh (~1.5 hours).
  • From Bishnupur: Direct buses available to Kamarpukur/Jayrambati.
  • From Burdwan: Take a bus to Arambagh, then another bus to Kamarpukur.
  • From Durgapur: Take a bus to Bankura, then to Kamarpukur.
  • From Medinipur: Bus to Ramjibanpur / Khirpai / Indas, then to Kamarpukur.

By Car / Cab

Distance from Kolkata

~105 KM

Estimated Time

~3 Hours

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which trains go from Kolkata (Howrah) to Kamarpukur?

The most convenient trains from Howrah are the Goghat Local (direct, alight at Goghat then take a Toto/auto to Kamarpukur) and the Arambagh Local (alight at Arambagh, then take a bus). The Tarakeswar Local runs most frequently and you can change to a bus from there.

Are there direct buses from Kolkata to Kamarpukur?

Yes. CSTC and SBSTC (government) buses run from Esplanade and Dharmatala bus stands in Kolkata directly to Kamarpukur. Several private bus operators also ply this route. The journey takes approximately 3.5 to 4 hours.

How far is Kamarpukur from Kolkata?

Kamarpukur is approximately 105 km from Kolkata by road. By train + local transport, it typically takes around 3 hours. By car on NH-16 via Kona Expressway, the journey is approximately 3 hours depending on traffic.

Is parking available near Kamarpukur Math?

Yes, there is a designated parking area near the Kamarpukur Math campus for private vehicles and buses. The area is managed during peak festival seasons. Visitors arriving by car should park at the official lot and walk or take a Toto to the temple entrance.

Temple Timings

Darshan & prasad schedule

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