How to travel from Delhi to Asansol, India

The distance between Delhi and Asansol is around 1,204km (748 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the train which takes around 3h 10m.

6 routes found

We've found 6 different ways to get from Delhi to Asansol 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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Plane and Train

Fly from Delhi (DEL) to Kazi Nazrul Islam (RDP) then take the train to Asansol Jn.

  • Duration3h 10m
  • Flight time2hrs
  • Typical cost
    ₹8,275($105)
Operated by

Multiple operators

3 similiar routes

We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.

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Train

Take the train to Asansol Jn.

  • Duration14h 40m
  • Departs5 times a day
  • Typical cost
    ₹635($8)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Drive

Drive to Āsansol.

  • Duration16h 40m
  • Distance1,266km (787 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Delhi and Asansol

There are several options for getting from Delhi to Asansol by plane, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹635 ($8) and will take around 14h 40m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the train and arrive in approximately 3h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹8,275 ($105).

The distance between Delhi and Asansol is around 1,204km (748 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,118km (695 miles)

It takes around 3h 10m to get from Delhi and Asansol by plane and train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 16h 40m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Delhi to Asansol is to fly and then take the train which takes around 3h 10m and will set you back approx ₹8,275 ($105).

The cheapest way to travel between Delhi and Asansol, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹635 ($8) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Delhi and Asansol. It typically takes around 14h 40m and departs every 20 mins.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Delhi and Asansol with no changeovers required. The train runs every 20 mins and takes 14h 40m.

Indian Railways run train services between Delhi and Asansol. Trains depart every 20 mins and will take around 14h 40m, 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 Delhi and Asansol. We recommend that you fly from Delhi (DEL) to Kazi Nazrul Islam (RDP) then take the train to Asansol Jn. instead which will take 3h 10m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Delhi to Asansol. We recommend that you fly from Delhi (DEL) to Kazi Nazrul Islam (RDP) then take the train to Asansol Jn. instead which will take 3h 10m.

The closest major airport to Asansol is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport (RDP) (RDP) which is approximately 28km (18 miles) from Asansol. Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) (CCU) and Gaya Airport (GAY) (GAY) 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 Delhi and Asansol. The distance is around 1,266km (787 miles) by road and it will take around 16h 40m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Delhi to Asansol is to fly and then take the train which takes, on average, 3h 10m and will usually cost around ₹8,275 ($105).

How do I get from Delhi to Asansol

Compare travel optionsbetween Delhi and Asansol

Transport options from Delhi to Asansol
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Plane and Train + 3 similar
3h 10m
₹8,275($105)
every 30 mins1,238km (769 miles)
Fly to Deoghar (DGH), Train3h 55m
₹8,435($105)
hourly1,204km (748 miles)
Fly to Kolkata (CCU), train5h 30m
₹6,925($87)
hourly1,549km (963 miles)
Fly to Ranchi (IXR), Train7h 60m
₹7,005($88)
twice daily1,245km (774 miles)
Train
14h 40m
₹635($8)
5 times a day1,237km (769 miles)
Drive
16h 40m
₹11,940($150)
on demand1,266km (787 miles)

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Airports near Asansol

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

RDP
Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport (RDP)
Domestic Airport
Distance
28km (18 miles) from Asansol
CCU
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU)
International Airport
Distance
189km (118 miles) from Asansol
GAY
Gaya Airport (GAY)
International Airport
Distance
237km (147 miles) from Asansol