Travel Guide
Your smooth journey to FIEM, Kolkata starts here!
Venue Details
Future Institute of Engineering and Management (FIEM)
Sonarpur Station Road, Mission Pally, Garia, Kolkata – 700150
Coming from Other Cities?
Nearest Airport: Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) — approx. 30-40 km from FIEM.
Recommended route: take a pre-paid taxi or Ola/Uber directly to FIEM (approx. ₹500-₹700).
Coming by Train?
Nearest major stations:
- Sealdah Station → Sonarpur Station
- Howrah Station → Sealdah Station → Sonarpur Station
From Sonarpur Station to FIEM: take an auto to reach the Sonarpur FIEM campus.
Using Kolkata Metro?
- Nearest Metro Stations: Kavi Nazrul Metro Station (South Metro Line) and Shahid Khudiram Metro Station (alternative nearby stop).
- From the metro, take an auto to Sonarpur FIEM (approx. ₹10–₹30 fare).
- Metro timing: 6:45 AM – 10:30 PM (may vary).
Coming by Bus?
- Get off at Garia / Narendrapur / Sonarpur bus stops.
- Take a local auto or share-rickshaw toward FIEM Campus.
- Local buses are available from Esplanade, Sealdah, and Howrah.
Landmarks Near FIEM
- Sonarpur Station (5 mins away)
- Kamalgazi More
- Wood Square Mall (for essentials)
Staying Overnight?
HackSpire is a 26-hour overnight hackathon — you do not need external accommodation.
We'll provide:
- Indoor nap zones
- Mattresses or sleeping mats (limited, first come first serve)
- Basic washroom facilities
- 24x7 access to support and mentors
What to Pack
- College ID & Government ID
- Laptop + Charger + Power Bank
- Extension Cord (recommended)
- Reusable water bottle
- Light snacks (optional)
Emergency Contacts
- Organizing Team: 9883584060
- Travel Help Desk: 9907519760, 6295286325
- Nearest Hospital: Hindustan Health Point Hospital (5 mins)
- Email: acmfiem@gmail.com