How to travel from Darjeeling to Kolhapur, India

The distance between Darjeeling and Kolhapur is around 1,988km (1,236 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 5h 10m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Darjeeling to Kolhapur by plane, taxi, 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 KolhapurDarjeeling if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Bagdogra (IXB) to Kolhapur (KLH).

  • Duration5h 10m
  • Flight time3h 55m
  • Typical cost
    ₹14,405($180)
Operated by

IndiGo Airlines

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Train

Take the train to New Jalpaiguri then Gaya Jn and then to Kolhapur.

  • Duration2 days 21h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹1,435($18)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Taxi and Train

Take a taxi to New Jalpaiguri then take the train to Khandwa and then to Kolhapur.

  • Duration2 days 1h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹4,455($56)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Kolhāpur.

  • Duration1 day 8h
  • Distance2,225km (1,383 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Darjeeling and Kolhapur

There are several options for getting from Darjeeling to Kolhapur by plane, taxi, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹1,435 ($18) and will take around 2 days 21h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 5h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹14,405 ($180).

The distance between Darjeeling and Kolhapur is around 1,988km (1,236 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,845km (1,147 miles)

It takes around 5h 10m to get from Darjeeling and Kolhapur by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 8h to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Darjeeling to Kolhapur is to fly which takes around 5h 10m and will set you back approx ₹14,405 ($180).

The cheapest way to travel between Darjeeling and Kolhapur, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹1,435 ($18) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Darjeeling and Kolhapur. It typically takes around 2 days 21h and departs once a week.

There are no direct train services that runs from Darjeeling to Kolhapur. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in New Jalpaiguri and Gaya Jn. These services run once a week and will take a minimum of 2 days 21h.

Indian Railways run train services between Darjeeling and Kolhapur. Trains depart once a week and will take around 2 days 21h, 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 Darjeeling and Kolhapur. We recommend that you fly from Bagdogra (IXB) to Kolhapur (KLH). instead which will take 5h 10m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Darjeeling and Kolhapur. Flights depart from Bagdogra (IXB) and arrive at Kolhapur (KLH) - via Hyderabad (HYD). The flight takes around 3h 55m.

There is no direct flight from Darjeeling to Kolhapur. There is however a flight that goes via Hyderabad (HYD). This services will take at least 5h 10m (not including layover time).

The flight from Darjeeling to Kolhapur typically takes around 3h 55m. Flights depart from Bagdogra (IXB) and and arrive into Kolhapur (KLH).

The closest major airport to Kolhapur is Kolhapur Airport (KLH) (KLH) which is approximately 11km (7 miles) from Kolhapur. Belgaum Airport (IXG) (IXG) and Pune Airport (PNQ) (PNQ) 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 Darjeeling and Kolhapur. The distance is around 2,225km (1,383 miles) by road and it will take around 1 day 8h in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Darjeeling to Kolhapur is to fly which takes, on average, 5h 10m and will usually cost around ₹14,405 ($180).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Darjeeling and Kolhapur

Transport options from Darjeeling to Kolhapur
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
5h 10m
₹14,405($180)
on demand1,988km (1,236 miles)
Train
2 days 21h
₹1,435($18)
once a week3,019km (1,876 miles)
Taxi and Train + 1 similar
2 days 1h
₹4,455($56)
once a week2,629km (1,633 miles)
Bus and Train2 days 2h
₹6,685($84)
once daily2,650km (1,646 miles)
Drive
1 day 8h
₹20,930($265)
on demand2,225km (1,383 miles)

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Airports near Kolhapur

The following major airports near Kolhapur offer regular flights to various popular destinations within India and internationally.

KLH
Kolhapur Airport (KLH)
Domestic Airport
Distance
11km (7 miles) from Kolhapur
IXG
Belgaum Airport (IXG)
Domestic Airport
Distance
102km (63 miles) from Kolhapur
PNQ
Pune Airport (PNQ)
International Airport
Distance
212km (131 miles) from Kolhapur