How to travel from Kanpur to Surat, India

The distance between Kanpur and Surat is around 1,164km (723 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 45m.

6 routes found

We've found 6 different ways to get from Kanpur to Surat by plane, train, taxi 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 Kanpur (KNU) to Surat (STV).

  • Duration3h 45m
  • Flight time3h 20m
  • Typical cost
    ₹7,960($100)
Operated by

Spicejet

+ 2 others

3 similiar routes

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Train

Take the train to Surat.

  • Duration21h 35m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    ₹635($8)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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car
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Drive

Drive to Surat.

  • Duration16h 40m
  • Distance1,164km (723 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kanpur and Surat

There are several options for getting from Kanpur to Surat by plane, train, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹635 ($8) and will take around 21h 35m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 45m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹7,960 ($100).

The distance between Kanpur and Surat is around 1,164km (723 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 963km (598 miles)

It takes around 3h 45m to get from Kanpur and Surat by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 16h 40m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Kanpur to Surat is to fly which takes around 3h 45m and will set you back approx ₹7,960 ($100).

The cheapest way to travel between Kanpur and Surat, 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 Kanpur and Surat. It typically takes around 21h 35m and departs twice daily.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Kanpur and Surat with no changeovers required. The train runs twice daily and takes 21h 35m.

Indian Railways run train services between Kanpur and Surat. Trains depart twice daily and will take around 21h 35m, 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 Kanpur and Surat. We recommend that you fly from Kanpur (KNU) to Surat (STV). instead which will take 3h 45m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Kanpur and Surat. Flights depart from Kanpur (KNU) and arrive at Surat (STV) - via Mumbai (BOM). The flight takes around 3h 20m.

There is no direct flight from Kanpur to Surat. There is however a flight that goes via Mumbai (BOM). This services will take at least 3h 45m (not including layover time).

The flight from Kanpur to Surat typically takes around 3h 20m. Flights depart from Kanpur (KNU) and and arrive into Surat (STV).

The closest major airport to Surat is Surat Airport (STV) (STV) which is approximately 10km (6 miles) from Surat. Bhavnagar Airport (BHU) (BHU) and Vadodara Airport (BDQ) (BDQ) 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 Kanpur and Surat. The distance is around 1,164km (723 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 Kanpur to Surat is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 45m and will usually cost around ₹7,960 ($100).

How do I get from Kanpur to Surat

Compare travel optionsbetween Kanpur and Surat

Transport options from Kanpur to Surat
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 3 similar
3h 45m
₹7,960($100)
on demand1,369km (851 miles)
Train and Plane4h 50m
₹8,915($110)
hourly1,458km (906 miles)
Train to Rae Bareli Jn, Fly6h 40m
₹7,400($95)
once a week1,593km (990 miles)
Plane and Taxi8h 5m
₹13,850($175)
on demand1,762km (1,095 miles)
Train
21h 35m
₹635($8)
twice daily1,245km (774 miles)
Drive
16h 40m
₹9,470($120)
on demand1,164km (723 miles)

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Airports near Surat

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

STV
Surat Airport (STV)
International Airport
Distance
10km (6 miles) from Surat
BHU
Bhavnagar Airport (BHU)
Domestic Airport
Distance
90km (56 miles) from Surat
BDQ
Vadodara Airport (BDQ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
134km (83 miles) from Surat