How to travel from Asansol to Amritsar, India
The distance between Asansol and Amritsar is around 1,561km (970 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train and then fly which takes around 4h 25m.
8 routes found
We've found 8 different ways to get from Asansol to Amritsar by train, plane, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Amritsar → Asansol if you're planning a return trip.
Train and Plane
Take the train to Durgapur then fly from Kazi Nazrul Islam (RDP) to Amritsar (ATQ).
- Duration4h 25m
- Flight time3h 15m
- Typical cost₹9,310($115)
Multiple operators
4 similiar routes
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Train
Take the train to Amritsar Jn.
- Duration1 day 10h
- Departstwice daily
- Typical cost₹795($10)
Indian Railways
Train and Bus
Take the train to Anand Vihar Terminal then take the bus to Amritsar.
- Duration1 day 4h
- Departsonce a week
- Typical cost₹1,435($18)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Asansol and Amritsar
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Asansol to Amritsar by train, plane, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹795 ($10) and will take around 1 day 10h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and then fly and arrive in approximately 4h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹9,310 ($115).
The distance between Asansol and Amritsar is around 1,561km (970 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,482km (921 miles)
It takes around 4h 25m to get from Asansol and Amritsar by train and plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 23h 5m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Asansol to Amritsar is to take the train and then fly which takes around 4h 25m and will set you back approx ₹9,310 ($115).
The cheapest way to travel between Asansol and Amritsar, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹795 ($10) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Asansol and Amritsar. It typically takes around 1 day 10h and departs twice daily.
Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Asansol and Amritsar with no changeovers required. The train runs twice daily and takes 1 day 10h.
Indian Railways run train services between Asansol and Amritsar. Trains depart twice daily and will take around 1 day 10h, 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 Asansol and Amritsar. We recommend that you take the train to Durgapur then fly from Kazi Nazrul Islam (RDP) to Amritsar (ATQ). instead which will take 4h 25m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Asansol to Amritsar. We recommend that you take the train to Durgapur then fly from Kazi Nazrul Islam (RDP) to Amritsar (ATQ). instead which will take 4h 25m.
The closest major airport to Amritsar is Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport (ATQ) (ATQ) which is approximately 10km (6 miles) from Amritsar. Satwari Airport (IXJ) (IXJ) and Gaggal Airport (DHM) (DHM) 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 Asansol and Amritsar. The distance is around 1,745km (1,084 miles) by road and it will take around 23h 5m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Asansol to Amritsar is to take the train and then fly which takes, on average, 4h 25m and will usually cost around ₹9,310 ($115).
Compare travel optionsbetween Asansol and Amritsar
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Train and Plane + 4 similar | 4h 25m | ₹9,310($115) | every 30 mins | 1,651km (1,026 miles) |
| Train to Jasidih Jn, Fly | 5h 20m | ₹8,515($105) | hourly | 1,610km (1,001 miles) |
| Train to Barddhaman, plane | 6h 50m | ₹10,185($130) | hourly | 1,909km (1,187 miles) |
| Train to Patna Jn, Fly | 8h 25m | ₹6,605($83) | every 4 hours | 1,561km (970 miles) |
| Train to Ranchi, Fly | 10h 20m | ₹8,675($110) | every 20 mins | 1,655km (1,028 miles) |
Train | 1 day 10h | ₹795($10) | twice daily | 1,711km (1,063 miles) |
Train and Bus | 1 day 4h | ₹1,435($18) | once a week | 1,702km (1,058 miles) |
Drive | 23h 5m | ₹16,395($205) | on demand | 1,745km (1,084 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Asansol and Amritsar
Airlines
IndiGo Airlines
Spicejet
Vistara
Air India Limited
Go First
Train operators
Indian Railways
Bus companies
RSRTC
Airports near Amritsar
The following major airports near Amritsar offer regular flights to various popular destinations within India and internationally.
Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport (ATQ)
- Distance
- 10km (6 miles) from Amritsar
Satwari Airport (IXJ)
- Distance
- 116km (72 miles) from Amritsar
Gaggal Airport (DHM)
- Distance
- 144km (89 miles) from Amritsar