How to travel from Amritsar to Kolkata, India

The distance between Amritsar and Kolkata is around 1,709km (1,062 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 20m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Amritsar to Kolkata by plane, train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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

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Fly

Fly from Amritsar (ATQ) to Kolkata (CCU).

  • Duration3h 20m
  • Flight time2h 25m
  • Typical cost
    ₹14,085($175)
Operated by

IndiGo Airlines

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Train

Take the train to Sealdah.

  • Duration1 day 3h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹955($12)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Chandigarh and then to Delhi then take the train to Sealdah.

  • Duration1 day 3h
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    ₹2,705($34)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Kolkata.

  • Duration1 day 2h
  • Distance1,955km (1,215 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Amritsar and Kolkata

There are several options for getting from Amritsar to Kolkata by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹955 ($12) and will take around 1 day 3h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹14,085 ($175).

The distance between Amritsar and Kolkata is around 1,709km (1,062 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,672km (1,039 miles)

It takes around 3h 20m to get from Amritsar and Kolkata by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 2h to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Amritsar to Kolkata is to fly which takes around 3h 20m and will set you back approx ₹14,085 ($175).

The cheapest way to travel between Amritsar and Kolkata, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹955 ($12) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Amritsar and Kolkata. It typically takes around 1 day 3h and departs once a week.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Amritsar and Kolkata with no changeovers required. The train runs once a week and takes 1 day 3h.

Indian Railways run train services between Amritsar and Kolkata. Trains depart once a week and will take around 1 day 3h, 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 Amritsar and Kolkata. We recommend that you fly from Amritsar (ATQ) to Kolkata (CCU). instead which will take 3h 20m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Amritsar and Kolkata. Flights depart from Amritsar (ATQ) and arrive at Kolkata (CCU). The flight takes around 2h 25m.

Yes there is a direct flight between Amritsar and Kolkata with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 2h 25m.

IndiGo Airlines, Vistara and Air India Limited fly between Amritsar and Kolkata. Flights depart from Amritsar (ATQ) and and arrive into Kolkata (CCU). These flights usually take around 2h 25m.

The flight from Amritsar to Kolkata typically takes around 2h 25m. Flights depart from Amritsar (ATQ) 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 Amritsar and Kolkata. The distance is around 1,955km (1,215 miles) by road and it will take around 1 day 2h in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Amritsar to Kolkata is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 20m and will usually cost around ₹14,085 ($175).

How do I get from Amritsar to Kolkata

Compare travel optionsbetween Amritsar and Kolkata

Transport options from Amritsar to Kolkata
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
3h 20m
₹14,085($175)
every 10 mins1,709km (1,062 miles)
Train
1 day 3h
₹955($12)
once a week1,889km (1,174 miles)
Bus and Train
1 day 3h
₹2,705($34)
twice daily1,922km (1,194 miles)
Drive
1 day 2h
₹15,835($200)
on demand1,955km (1,215 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