Travel Guide to Sridharkati Indo-Bangladesh border

Getting There

• Car

  If you are traveling by car from Kolkata, take the NH16 highway heading towards Kalyani. Once you reach Kalyani, follow the signs for NH34 towards Krishnanagar. Continue on NH34 until you reach the junction at Baharampur. From there, take a left onto the State Highway 6 (SH6) towards Murshidabad. After passing through Murshidabad, follow the signs to Shridhar Kati. The Sridharkati Indo-Bangladesh border is located at 7X6W+FJ3, Shridhar Kati, West Bengal 743439, India. The journey will take approximately 4-5 hours, depending on traffic. Ensure to have cash for tolls along NH16.

• Public Transportation

  To reach the Sridharkati Indo-Bangladesh border using public transportation, start your journey from Kolkata by taking a local train from Howrah Station to Baharampur Station. Once you arrive at Baharampur Station, take an auto-rickshaw or local bus to Murshidabad. From Murshidabad, you can hire a local taxi or take a bus that heads towards Shridhar Kati. The total travel time may take around 5-6 hours, so it's advisable to start early in the day. Be prepared to pay for train tickets, auto-rickshaw fares, and bus fares, which might total around INR 300-500.

• Taxi or Ride-Hailing Service

  For a more comfortable travel option, consider booking a taxi or using a ride-hailing service from Kolkata directly to the Sridharkati Indo-Bangladesh border. You can book the ride through popular apps like Ola or Uber. The distance is approximately 200 km, and the journey should take around 4-5 hours, depending on traffic. The fare for this service could range between INR 2000 to INR 3000, so it’s advisable to check the app for an accurate estimate before booking.