How to travel from Aligarh to Kolkata, India

The distance between Aligarh and Kolkata is around 1,287km (800 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train and then fly which takes around 5h 10m.

6 routes found

We've found 6 different ways to get from Aligarh to Kolkata by train, plane and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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

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Train and Plane

Take the train to New Delhi then fly from Delhi (DEL) to Kolkata (CCU).

  • Duration5h 10m
  • Flight time2hrs
  • Typical cost
    ₹6,685($84)
Operated by

Multiple operators

3 similiar routes

We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.

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Train

Take the train to Howrah Jn.

  • Duration23h 30m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    ₹635($8)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Drive

Drive to Kolkata.

  • Duration18h 5m
  • Distance1,287km (800 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Aligarh and Kolkata

There are several options for getting from Aligarh to Kolkata by train, plane and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹635 ($8) and will take around 23h 30m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and then fly and arrive in approximately 5h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹6,685 ($84).

The distance between Aligarh and Kolkata is around 1,287km (800 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,182km (734 miles)

It takes around 5h 10m to get from Aligarh and Kolkata by train and plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 18h 5m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Aligarh to Kolkata is to take the train and then fly which takes around 5h 10m and will set you back approx ₹6,685 ($84).

The cheapest way to travel between Aligarh 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 Aligarh and Kolkata. It typically takes around 23h 30m and departs twice daily.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Aligarh and Kolkata with no changeovers required. The train runs twice daily and takes 23h 30m.

Indian Railways run train services between Aligarh and Kolkata. Trains depart twice daily and will take around 23h 30m, 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 Aligarh and Kolkata. We recommend that you take the train to New Delhi then fly from Delhi (DEL) to Kolkata (CCU). instead which will take 5h 10m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Aligarh to Kolkata. We recommend that you take the train to New Delhi then fly from Delhi (DEL) to Kolkata (CCU). instead which will take 5h 10m.

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 Aligarh and Kolkata. The distance is around 1,287km (800 miles) by road and it will take around 18h 5m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Aligarh to Kolkata is to take the train and then fly which takes, on average, 5h 10m and will usually cost around ₹6,685 ($84).

How do I get from Aligarh to Kolkata

Compare travel optionsbetween Aligarh and Kolkata

Transport options from Aligarh to Kolkata
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train and Plane + 3 similar
5h 10m
₹6,685($84)
every 3 hours1,478km (919 miles)
Train to Agra Fort, Fly6h 10m
₹13,925($175)
twice a week1,302km (809 miles)
Train to Lucknowjn, Fly7h 25m
₹6,605($83)
twice daily1,296km (805 miles)
Train to Gwalior Jn., Fly8h 25m
₹8,120($100)
twice a week1,355km (842 miles)
Train
23h 30m
₹635($8)
twice daily1,320km (820 miles)
Drive
18h 5m
₹12,095($150)
on demand1,287km (800 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