How to travel from Bhopal to Kolkata, India

The distance between Bhopal and Kolkata is around 1,367km (849 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 15m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Bhopal 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.

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Fly

Fly from Bhopal (BHO) to Kolkata (CCU).

  • Duration4h 15m
  • Flight time3h 25m
  • Typical cost
    ₹13,130($165)
Operated by

Air India Limited

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Train

Take the train to Howrah Jn.

  • Duration1 day 5h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹795($10)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Drive

Drive to Kolkata.

  • Duration19h 50m
  • Distance1,367km (849 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Bhopal and Kolkata

There are several options for getting from Bhopal to Kolkata by plane, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹795 ($10) and will take around 1 day 5h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 15m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹13,130 ($165).

The distance between Bhopal and Kolkata is around 1,367km (849 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,125km (699 miles)

It takes around 4h 15m to get from Bhopal and Kolkata by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 19h 50m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Bhopal to Kolkata is to fly which takes around 4h 15m and will set you back approx ₹13,130 ($165).

The cheapest way to travel between Bhopal and Kolkata, 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 Bhopal and Kolkata. It typically takes around 1 day 5h and departs once a week.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Bhopal and Kolkata with no changeovers required. The train runs once a week and takes 1 day 5h.

Indian Railways run train services between Bhopal and Kolkata. Trains depart once a week and will take around 1 day 5h, 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 Bhopal and Kolkata. We recommend that you fly from Bhopal (BHO) to Kolkata (CCU). instead which will take 4h 15m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Bhopal and Kolkata. Flights depart from Bhopal (BHO) and arrive at Kolkata (CCU) - via Delhi (DEL). The flight takes around 3h 25m.

There is no direct flight from Bhopal to Kolkata. There is however a flight that goes via Delhi (DEL). This services will take at least 4h 15m (not including layover time).

The flight from Bhopal to Kolkata typically takes around 3h 25m. Flights depart from Bhopal (BHO) 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 Bhopal and Kolkata. The distance is around 1,367km (849 miles) by road and it will take around 19h 50m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Bhopal to Kolkata is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 15m and will usually cost around ₹13,130 ($165).

How do I get from Bhopal to Kolkata

Compare travel optionsbetween Bhopal and Kolkata

Transport options from Bhopal to Kolkata
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
4h 15m
₹13,130($165)
every 10 mins1,925km (1,196 miles)
Train
1 day 5h
₹795($10)
once a week1,458km (906 miles)
Drive
19h 50m
₹11,060($140)
on demand1,367km (849 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