How to travel from Agra to Kolkata, India

The distance between Agra and Kolkata is around 1,206km (749 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 25m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Agra to Kolkata by plane, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out KolkataAgra if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Agra (AGR) to Kolkata (CCU).

  • Duration3h 25m
  • Flight time2h 35m
  • Typical cost
    ₹9,870($125)
Operated by

IndiGo Airlines

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Train

Take the train to Howrah Jn.

  • Duration20h 15m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    ₹635($8)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Drive

Drive to Kolkata.

  • Duration17h 25m
  • Distance1,281km (796 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Agra and Kolkata

There are several options for getting from Agra to Kolkata by plane, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹635 ($8) and will take around 20h 15m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹9,870 ($125).

The distance between Agra and Kolkata is around 1,206km (749 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,164km (723 miles)

It takes around 3h 25m to get from Agra and Kolkata by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 17h 25m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Agra to Kolkata is to fly which takes around 3h 25m and will set you back approx ₹9,870 ($125).

The cheapest way to travel between Agra and Kolkata, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹635 ($8) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Agra and Kolkata. It typically takes around 20h 15m and departs once daily.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Agra and Kolkata with no changeovers required. The train runs once daily and takes 20h 15m.

Indian Railways run train services between Agra and Kolkata. Trains depart once daily and will take around 20h 15m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Agra and Kolkata. We recommend that you fly from Agra (AGR) to Kolkata (CCU). instead which will take 3h 25m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Agra and Kolkata. Flights depart from Agra (AGR) and arrive at Kolkata (CCU) - via Lucknow (LKO). The flight takes around 2h 35m.

There is no direct flight from Agra to Kolkata. There is however a flight that goes via Lucknow (LKO). This services will take at least 3h 25m (not including layover time).

The flight from Agra to Kolkata typically takes around 2h 35m. Flights depart from Agra (AGR) and and arrive into Kolkata (CCU).

The closest major airport to Kolkata is Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) (CCU) which is approximately 14km (9 miles) from Kolkata. Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport (RDP) (RDP) and Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) (IXR) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Agra and Kolkata. The distance is around 1,281km (796 miles) by road and it will take around 17h 25m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Agra to Kolkata is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 25m and will usually cost around ₹9,870 ($125).

How do I get from Agra to Kolkata

Compare travel optionsbetween Agra and Kolkata

Transport options from Agra to Kolkata
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
3h 25m
₹9,870($125)
every 10 mins1,206km (749 miles)
Train
20h 15m
₹635($8)
twice daily1,265km (786 miles)
Drive
17h 25m
₹10,425($130)
on demand1,281km (796 miles)

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Airports near Kolkata

The following major airports near Kolkata offer regular flights to various popular destinations within India and internationally.

CCU
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU)
International Airport
Distance
14km (9 miles) from Kolkata
RDP
Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport (RDP)
Domestic Airport
Distance
166km (103 miles) from Kolkata
IXR
Birsa Munda Airport (IXR)
Domestic Airport
Distance
323km (200 miles) from Kolkata