How to travel from Kolkata to Tiruchchirāppalli, India

The distance between Kolkata and Tiruchchirāppalli is around 1,703km (1,058 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 60m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Kolkata to Tiruchchirāppalli 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 Tiruchirapalli (TRZ).

  • Duration3h 60m
  • Flight time3h 10m
  • Typical cost
    ₹11,620($145)
Operated by

IndiGo Airlines

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Train

Take the train to Srirangam.

  • Duration1 day 8h
  • Departs5 times a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹955($12)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Drive

Drive to Tiruchirappalli.

  • Duration1 day 3h
  • Distance1,956km (1,215 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kolkata and Tiruchchirāppalli

There are several options for getting from Kolkata to Tiruchchirāppalli by plane, train 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 60m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹11,620 ($145).

The distance between Kolkata and Tiruchchirāppalli is around 1,703km (1,058 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,661km (1,032 miles)

It takes around 3h 60m to get from Kolkata and Tiruchchirāppalli by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 3h to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Kolkata to Tiruchchirāppalli is to fly which takes around 3h 60m and will set you back approx ₹11,620 ($145).

The cheapest way to travel between Kolkata and Tiruchchirāppalli, 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 Tiruchchirāppalli. It typically takes around 1 day 8h and departs twice a week.

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

Indian Railways run train services between Kolkata and Tiruchchirāppalli. Trains depart twice a week 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 Tiruchchirāppalli. We recommend that you fly from Kolkata (CCU) to Tiruchirapalli (TRZ). instead which will take 3h 60m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Kolkata and Tiruchchirāppalli. Flights depart from Kolkata (CCU) and arrive at Tiruchirapalli (TRZ) - via Madras (MAA). The flight takes around 3h 10m.

There is no direct flight from Kolkata to Tiruchchirāppalli. There is however a flight that goes via Madras (MAA). This services will take at least 3h 60m (not including layover time).

The flight from Kolkata to Tiruchchirāppalli typically takes around 3h 10m. Flights depart from Kolkata (CCU) and and arrive into Tiruchirapalli (TRZ).

The closest major airport to Tiruchchirāppalli is Tiruchirapalli Airport (TRZ) (TRZ) which is approximately 5km (3 miles) from Tiruchchirāppalli. Madurai International Airport (IXM) (IXM) and Coimbatore Airport (CJB) (CJB) 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 Tiruchchirāppalli. The distance is around 1,956km (1,215 miles) by road and it will take around 1 day 3h in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Kolkata to Tiruchchirāppalli is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 60m and will usually cost around ₹11,620 ($145).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Kolkata and Tiruchchirāppalli

Transport options from Kolkata to Tiruchchirāppalli
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
3h 60m
₹11,620($145)
every 10 mins1,703km (1,058 miles)
Train
1 day 8h
₹955($12)
5 times a week1,990km (1,236 miles)
Drive
1 day 3h
₹18,385($230)
on demand1,956km (1,215 miles)

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Airports near Tiruchchirāppalli

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

TRZ
Tiruchirapalli Airport (TRZ)
International Airport
Distance
5km (3 miles) from Tiruchchirāppalli
IXM
Madurai International Airport (IXM)
International Airport
Distance
126km (78 miles) from Tiruchchirāppalli
CJB
Coimbatore Airport (CJB)
International Airport
Distance
182km (113 miles) from Tiruchchirāppalli