How to travel from Kolkata to Nellore, India

The distance between Kolkata and Nellore is around 1,371km (852 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the train which takes around 5h 30m.

6 routes found

We've found 6 different ways to get from Kolkata to Nellore 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 Kolkata (CCU) to Tirupati (TIR) then take the train to Nellore.

  • Duration5h 30m
  • Flight time3hrs
  • Typical cost
    ₹14,005($175)
Operated by

Multiple operators

3 similiar routes

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Train

Take the train to Nellore.

  • Duration22h 30m
  • Departsevery 20 mins
  • Typical cost
    ₹715($9)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Drive

Drive to Nellore.

  • Duration20h 55m
  • Distance1,466km (911 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kolkata and Nellore

There are several options for getting from Kolkata to Nellore by plane, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹715 ($9) and will take around 22h 30m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the train and arrive in approximately 5h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹14,005 ($175).

The distance between Kolkata and Nellore is around 1,371km (852 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,260km (783 miles)

It takes around 5h 30m to get from Kolkata and Nellore by plane and train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 20h 55m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Kolkata to Nellore is to fly and then take the train which takes around 5h 30m and will set you back approx ₹14,005 ($175).

The cheapest way to travel between Kolkata and Nellore, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹715 ($9) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Kolkata and Nellore. It typically takes around 22h 30m and departs every 20 mins.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Kolkata and Nellore with no changeovers required. The train runs every 20 mins and takes 22h 30m.

Indian Railways run train services between Kolkata and Nellore. Trains depart every 20 mins and will take around 22h 30m, 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 Nellore. We recommend that you fly from Kolkata (CCU) to Tirupati (TIR) then take the train to Nellore. instead which will take 5h 30m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Kolkata to Nellore. We recommend that you fly from Kolkata (CCU) to Tirupati (TIR) then take the train to Nellore. instead which will take 5h 30m.

The closest major airport to Nellore is Tirupati Airport (TIR) (TIR) which is approximately 102km (64 miles) from Nellore. Chennai International Airport (MAA) (MAA) and Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) (BLR) 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 Nellore. The distance is around 1,466km (911 miles) by road and it will take around 20h 55m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Kolkata to Nellore is to fly and then take the train which takes, on average, 5h 30m and will usually cost around ₹14,005 ($175).

How do I get from Kolkata to Nellore

Compare travel optionsbetween Kolkata and Nellore

Transport options from Kolkata to Nellore
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Plane and Train + 3 similar
5h 30m
₹14,005($175)
hourly1,768km (1,099 miles)
Fly to Madras (MAA), Train5h 60m
₹8,275($105)
every 2 hours1,598km (993 miles)
Fly to Vijayawada (VGA), Train7h 60m
₹9,470($120)
once daily1,371km (852 miles)
Fly to Cuddapah (CDP), Train9h 15m
₹9,390($120)
once daily2,026km (1,259 miles)
Train
22h 30m
₹715($9)
every 20 mins1,486km (923 miles)
Drive
20h 55m
₹13,770($175)
on demand1,466km (911 miles)

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Train operators

Airports near Nellore

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

TIR
Tirupati Airport (TIR)
Domestic Airport
Distance
102km (64 miles) from Nellore
MAA
Chennai International Airport (MAA)
International Airport
Distance
164km (102 miles) from Nellore
BLR
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
International Airport
Distance
282km (175 miles) from Nellore