How to travel from Kolkata to Bhilai, India

The distance between Kolkata and Bhilai is around 765km (475 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 55m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Kolkata to Bhilai 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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Fly

Fly from Kolkata (CCU) to Raipur (RPR).

  • Duration2h 55m
  • Flight time1h 40m
  • Typical cost
    ₹8,275($105)
Operated by

IndiGo Airlines

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Train

Take the train to Raipur Jn.

  • Duration13hrs
  • Departs5 times a day
  • Typical cost
    ₹1,035($13)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Drive

Drive to Bhilai.

  • Duration12h 10m
  • Distance847km (527 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kolkata and Bhilai

There are several options for getting from Kolkata to Bhilai by plane, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹795 ($10) and will take around 14h 25m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹8,275 ($105).

The distance between Kolkata and Bhilai is around 765km (475 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 736km (457 miles)

It takes around 2h 55m to get from Kolkata and Bhilai by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 12h 10m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Kolkata to Bhilai is to fly which takes around 2h 55m and will set you back approx ₹8,275 ($105).

The cheapest way to travel between Kolkata and Bhilai, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹795 ($10) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Kolkata and Bhilai. It typically takes around 13hrs and departs 5 times a day.

There are no direct train services that runs from Kolkata to Bhilai. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Raipur Jn. These services run 5 times a day and will take a minimum of 13hrs.

Indian Railways run train services between Kolkata and Bhilai. Trains depart 5 times a day and will take around 13hrs, 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 Bhilai. We recommend that you fly from Kolkata (CCU) to Raipur (RPR). instead which will take 2h 55m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Kolkata and Bhilai. Flights depart from Kolkata (CCU) and arrive at Raipur (RPR). The flight takes around 1h 40m.

Yes there is a direct flight between Kolkata and Bhilai with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 1h 40m.

IndiGo Airlines fly between Kolkata and Bhilai. Flights depart from Kolkata (CCU) and and arrive into Raipur (RPR). These flights usually take around 1h 40m.

The flight from Kolkata to Bhilai typically takes around 1h 40m. Flights depart from Kolkata (CCU) and and arrive into Raipur (RPR).

The closest major airport to Bhilai is Swami Vivekananda Airport (RPR) (RPR) which is approximately 38km (24 miles) from Bhilai. Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport (NAG) (NAG) and Jabalpur Airport (JLR) (JLR) 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 Bhilai. The distance is around 847km (527 miles) by road and it will take around 12h 10m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Kolkata to Bhilai is to fly which takes, on average, 2h 55m and will usually cost around ₹8,275 ($105).

How do I get from Kolkata to Bhilai

Compare travel optionsbetween Kolkata and Bhilai

Transport options from Kolkata to Bhilai
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
2h 55m
₹8,275($105)
every 10 mins765km (475 miles)
Train + 1 similar
13hrs
₹1,035($13)
5 times a day855km (531 miles)
Train to Bhilai Power House14h 25m
₹795($10)
once daily865km (538 miles)
Drive
12h 10m
₹7,960($100)
on demand847km (527 miles)

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Airports near Bhilai

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

RPR
Swami Vivekananda Airport (RPR)
Domestic Airport
Distance
38km (24 miles) from Bhilai
NAG
Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport (NAG)
International Airport
Distance
241km (150 miles) from Bhilai
JLR
Jabalpur Airport (JLR)
Domestic Airport
Distance
257km (160 miles) from Bhilai