Kolkata Bus Routes and Journey Planner

Find bus routes between stops, explore metro and local train networks, and view Hooghly River ferry connections.

Kolkata Bus Routes, Metro, Trains & Ferries

A free, interactive tool to plan journeys across Kolkata using buses, the Metro, suburban rail, and Hooghly River ferries. Search hundreds of CSTC and WBTC bus routes, explore metro lines, browse Sealdah & Howrah rail networks, and discover scenic river ferry routes — all in one place.

Bus Route Finder

Search hundreds of routes operated by CSTC, WBTC, and private mini-bus services. Enter any two stops to find direct and connecting buses.

  • CSTC & WBTC routes
  • AC and non-AC buses
  • Mini-bus services
  • Stop-by-stop route view

Kolkata Metro Map

Explore India's first metro system. Explore the dataset lines including the North-South corridor and the East-West Green Line from Howrah Maidan to Salt Lake Sector V.

  • Dataset lines & stations
  • East-West Green Line
  • Schematic & map view
  • Interchange stations

Local Train Network

Navigate suburban rail from Howrah and Sealdah stations covering routes to Bandel, Bardhaman, Diamond Harbour, Namkhana, and Shantipur.

  • Sealdah division lines
  • Howrah division lines
  • Suburban rail stations
  • Schematic & map views

Hooghly River Ferry

Discover ferry routes operated by WBSTC across the Hooghly River. Explore connections between Howrah and Kolkata ghats. Confirm fares and current service at the ghat.

  • 10 dataset ferry routes
  • Indicative fares & timings
  • Ghat locations on map
  • Howrah ↔ Fairlie, Baghbazar

Built for Kolkata Commuters

Nearby Stops

Tap the locate button to instantly find bus stops closest to your GPS position.

Favourite Routes

Save your daily commute for one-tap access every time you return to the app.

Share a Route

Share any bus route via WhatsApp or copy a direct link that auto-runs the search.

Interactive Map

View routes on an interactive Leaflet map with all stops and junction points highlighted.

Multi-hop Routes

Finds journeys that require changing buses at shared junction stops.

Dark Mode

A comfortable dark theme for late-night planning and low-light environments.

Mobile Friendly

Fully responsive layout that works seamlessly on any phone or tablet.

Completely Free

No account, no ads, no app download. Open in any browser and go.

How to Plan Your Journey

01

Choose Transport Mode

Select Bus, Metro, Train, or Ferry from the navigation tabs at the top of the page.

02

Enter Your Route

Type your starting stop and destination, or tap the locate button to auto-fill the nearest stop.

03

View, Save & Share

See your route on the interactive map. Star it to save, or share a link directly to this search.

Areas & Ghats Covered

Bus stops, metro stations, suburban rail halts, and Hooghly River ferry ghats across the Kolkata Metropolitan Area.

HowrahSealdahEsplanadePark StreetSalt LakeNew TownDum DumBarasatBarrackporeGariaJadavpurTollygungeBehalaBallygungeShyambazarUltadangaRajarhatAirportBandelBardhamanDiamond HarbourNamkhanaShantipurDakshineswarKavi SubhasNoaparaChandpal GhatFairlie Place GhatBaghbazar GhatBelur Math GhatMillennium Park GhatGarden Reach GhatBotanical Garden Ghat

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I find a bus route in Kolkata?

Use the Plan Journey tab. Enter your starting stop and destination — or tap the locate button to auto-fill your nearest stop — and the app instantly finds all matching bus routes with stop-by-stop timelines and an interactive map.

Which bus routes are covered?

Hundreds of routes operated by CSTC (Calcutta State Transport Corporation), WBTC (West Bengal Transport Corporation), AC buses, and private mini-bus services across the Kolkata metropolitan area.

How many metro lines does Kolkata have?

Our dataset map contains five colour-coded corridors, including planned sections. A station on the diagram does not confirm current operation. Check Metro Railway Kolkata notices for open sections and service changes.

Can I plan a local train journey in Kolkata?

The Train tab covers Kolkata's suburban rail — Sealdah division lines to Barasat, Basirhat, Diamond Harbour, Namkhana, Shantipur, and Bandel, plus Howrah division lines — operated by Eastern Railway and South Eastern Railway.

What Hooghly River ferry routes are available?

The Ferry tab shows 10 dataset connections with ghat markers. Fares, frequencies and timings are unverified estimates; confirm current service and ticket prices at the ghat.

How do I save and share a route?

After a search returns results, use the star icon to save the route to your favourites — it appears as a quick-access card on next visit. The share icon generates a direct link (or opens the native share sheet on mobile) that anyone can open to see the same search.

Is Kolkata Travel Router free to use?

Yes — completely free. No account, no registration, no app download. Open in any browser and start planning.