How to travel from Kolkata to Bhagalpur, India

The distance between Kolkata and Bhagalpur is around 379km (235 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the train which takes around 5h 20m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Kolkata to Bhagalpur by train, taxi, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out BhagalpurKolkata if you're planning a return trip.

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Plane and Train

Fly from Kolkata (CCU) to Deoghar (DGH) then take the train to Bhagalpur.

  • Duration5h 20m
  • Flight time1h 20m
  • Typical cost
    ₹3,580($45)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Train

Take the train to Bhagalpur.

  • Duration8hrs
  • Departsevery 20 mins
  • Typical cost
    ₹240($3)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Taxi

Take a taxi to Bhāgalpur.

  • Duration5h 35m
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    ₹9,550($120)
Operated by

Taxi and cab service kolkata

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Drive

Drive to Bhāgalpur.

  • Duration5h 35m
  • Distance379km (235 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kolkata and Bhagalpur

There are several options for getting from Kolkata to Bhagalpur by train, taxi, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹240 ($3) and will take around 8hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the train and arrive in approximately 5h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹3,580 ($45).

The distance between Kolkata and Bhagalpur is around 379km (235 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 330km (205 miles)

It takes around 8hrs to get from Kolkata and Bhagalpur by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 5h 35m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Kolkata to Bhagalpur is to fly and then take the train which takes around 5h 20m and will set you back approx ₹3,580 ($45).

The cheapest way to travel between Kolkata and Bhagalpur, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹240 ($3) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Kolkata and Bhagalpur. It typically takes around 8hrs and departs once daily.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Kolkata and Bhagalpur with no changeovers required. The train runs once daily and takes 8hrs.

Indian Railways run train services between Kolkata and Bhagalpur. Trains depart once daily and will take around 8hrs, 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 Bhagalpur. We recommend that you fly from Kolkata (CCU) to Deoghar (DGH) then take the train to Bhagalpur. instead which will take 5h 20m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Kolkata to Bhagalpur. We recommend that you fly from Kolkata (CCU) to Deoghar (DGH) then take the train to Bhagalpur. instead which will take 5h 20m.

The closest major airport to Bhagalpur is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport (RDP) (RDP) which is approximately 186km (115 miles) from Bhagalpur. Bagdogra Airport (IXB) (IXB) 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 Kolkata and Bhagalpur. The distance is around 379km (235 miles) by road and it will take around 5h 35m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Kolkata to Bhagalpur is to take the train which takes, on average, 8hrs and will usually cost around ₹240 ($3).

How do I get from Kolkata to Bhagalpur

Compare travel optionsbetween Kolkata and Bhagalpur

Transport options from Kolkata to Bhagalpur
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Plane and Train + 1 similar
5h 20m
₹3,580($45)
once a week400km (249 miles)
Fly to Patna (PAT), Train7hrs
₹6,845($86)
every 4 hours717km (446 miles)
Train
8hrs
₹240($3)
every 20 mins413km (257 miles)
Taxi
5h 35m
₹9,550($120)
on demand379km (235 miles)
Drive
5h 35m
₹3,580($45)
on demand379km (235 miles)

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Airports near Bhagalpur

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

RDP
Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport (RDP)
Domestic Airport
Distance
186km (115 miles) from Bhagalpur
IXB
Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
Domestic Airport
Distance
196km (122 miles) from Bhagalpur
GAY
Gaya Airport (GAY)
International Airport
Distance
228km (142 miles) from Bhagalpur