How to travel from Bhagalpur to Kolkata, India

The distance between Bhagalpur and Kolkata is around 378km (235 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a taxi which takes around 5h 35m.

8 routes found

We've found 8 different ways to get from Bhagalpur to Kolkata by train, bus, taxi, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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

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Train to Deoghar, Fly

Take the train to Deoghar then fly from Deoghar (DGH) to Kolkata (CCU).

  • Duration6h 20m
  • Flight time1h 15m
  • Typical cost
    ₹3,580($45)
Operated by

Multiple operators

3 similiar routes

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Train

Take the train to Howrah Jn.

  • Duration9h 20m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    ₹240($3)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Train and Bus

Take the train to Barddhaman then take the bus to Karunamoyee.

  • Duration10h 55m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ₹480($6)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Taxi

Take a taxi to Kolkata.

  • Duration5h 35m
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    ₹9,550($120)
Operated by

Multiple taxi operators

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Drive

Drive to Kolkata.

  • Duration5h 35m
  • Distance378km (235 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Bhagalpur and Kolkata

There are several options for getting from Bhagalpur to Kolkata by train, bus, taxi, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹240 ($3) and will take around 9h 20m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take a taxi and arrive in approximately 5h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹9,550 ($120).

The distance between Bhagalpur and Kolkata is around 378km (235 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 330km (205 miles)

It takes around 9h 20m to get from Bhagalpur and Kolkata by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 5h 35m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Bhagalpur to Kolkata is to take a taxi which takes around 5h 35m and will set you back approx ₹9,550 ($120).

The cheapest way to travel between Bhagalpur and Kolkata, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹240 ($3) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Bhagalpur and Kolkata. It typically takes around 9h 20m and departs twice daily.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Bhagalpur and Kolkata with no changeovers required. The train runs twice daily and takes 9h 20m.

Indian Railways run train services between Bhagalpur and Kolkata. Trains depart twice daily and will take around 9h 20m, 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 Bhagalpur and Kolkata. We recommend that you take a taxi to Kolkata. instead which will take 5h 35m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Bhagalpur to Kolkata. We recommend that you take the train to Patna Jn then fly from Patna (PAT) to Kolkata (CCU). instead which will take 6h 45m.

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 Bhagalpur and Kolkata. The distance is around 378km (235 miles) by road and it will take around 5h 35m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Bhagalpur to Kolkata is to take the train which takes, on average, 9h 20m and will usually cost around ₹240 ($3).

How do I get from Bhagalpur to Kolkata

Compare travel optionsbetween Bhagalpur and Kolkata

Transport options from Bhagalpur to Kolkata
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train to Deoghar, Fly + 3 similar
6h 20m
₹3,580($45)
once a week400km (248 miles)
Train and Plane6h 45m
₹6,845($86)
every 4 hours716km (445 miles)
Train to Darbhanga Jn, Fly7h 40m
₹5,255($66)
once daily696km (433 miles)
Train to New Jalpaiguri, Fly10h 60m
₹5,890($74)
once daily900km (559 miles)
Train
9h 20m
₹240($3)
twice daily426km (265 miles)
Train and Bus
10h 55m
₹480($6)
once daily436km (271 miles)
Taxi
5h 35m
₹9,550($120)
on demand378km (235 miles)
Drive
5h 35m
₹3,580($45)
on demand378km (235 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