How to travel from Kolkata to Bangalore, India

The distance between Kolkata and Bangalore is around 1,598km (993 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 55m.

6 routes found

We've found 6 different ways to get from Kolkata to Bangalore by plane, train, bus 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 Kolkata (CCU) to Bengaluru (BLR).

  • Duration3h 55m
  • Flight time2h 40m
  • Typical cost
    ₹5,730($72)
Operated by

GoAir

+ 4 others

1 similiar route

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Train

Take the train to Yasvantpur Jn.

  • Duration1 day 8h
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    ₹1,035($13)
Operated by

Indian Railways

1 similiar route

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Train and Bus

Take the train to Visakhapatnam then take the bus to Bangalore Madiwala.

  • Duration1 day 8h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ₹2,310($29)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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car
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Drive

Drive to Bengaluru.

  • Duration1 day 2h
  • Distance1,814km (1,127 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kolkata and Bangalore

There are several options for getting from Kolkata to Bangalore by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹955 ($12) and will take around 1 day 8h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹5,730 ($72).

The distance between Kolkata and Bangalore is around 1,598km (993 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,558km (968 miles)

It takes around 3h 55m to get from Kolkata and Bangalore by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 2h to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Kolkata to Bangalore is to fly which takes around 3h 55m and will set you back approx ₹5,730 ($72).

The cheapest way to travel between Kolkata and Bangalore, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹955 ($12) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Kolkata and Bangalore. It typically takes around 1 day 8h and departs twice daily.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Kolkata and Bangalore with no changeovers required. The train runs twice a week and takes 1 day 8h.

Indian Railways run train services between Kolkata and Bangalore. Trains depart twice daily and will take around 1 day 8h, 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 Kolkata and Bangalore. We recommend that you fly from Kolkata (CCU) to Bengaluru (BLR). instead which will take 3h 55m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Kolkata and Bangalore. Flights depart from Kolkata (CCU) and arrive at Bengaluru (BLR). The flight takes around 2h 40m.

Yes there is a direct flight between Kolkata and Bangalore with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 2h 40m.

GoAir, AirAsia India, Spicejet, IndiGo Airlines and Air India Limited fly between Kolkata and Bangalore. Flights depart from Kolkata (CCU) and and arrive into Bengaluru (BLR). These flights usually take around 2h 40m.

The flight from Kolkata to Bangalore typically takes around 2h 40m. Flights depart from Kolkata (CCU) and and arrive into Bengaluru (BLR).

The closest major airport to Bangalore is Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) (BLR) which is approximately 28km (17 miles) from Bangalore. Mysore Airport (MYQ) (MYQ) and Kadapa Airport (CDP) (CDP) 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 Kolkata and Bangalore. The distance is around 1,814km (1,127 miles) by road and it will take around 1 day 2h in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Kolkata to Bangalore is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 55m and will usually cost around ₹5,730 ($72).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Kolkata and Bangalore

Transport options from Kolkata to Bangalore
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
3h 55m
₹5,730($72)
every 10 mins1,598km (993 miles)
Train and Plane4h 50m
₹7,480($95)
every 4 hours1,760km (1,093 miles)
Train + 1 similar
1 day 8h
₹1,035($13)
twice daily1,965km (1,221 miles)
Train to Ksr Bengaluru1 day 8h
₹955($12)
twice a week1,950km (1,212 miles)
Train and Bus
1 day 8h
₹2,310($29)
once daily1,954km (1,214 miles)
Drive
1 day 2h
₹14,725($185)
on demand1,814km (1,127 miles)

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Airports near Bangalore

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

BLR
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
International Airport
Distance
28km (17 miles) from Bangalore
MYQ
Mysore Airport (MYQ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
131km (82 miles) from Bangalore
CDP
Kadapa Airport (CDP)
Domestic Airport
Distance
213km (132 miles) from Bangalore