How to travel from Kozhikode to Patna, India

The distance between Kozhikode and Patna is around 1,980km (1,230 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 45m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Kozhikode to Patna 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 Calicut (CCJ) to Patna (PAT).

  • Duration4h 45m
  • Flight time4h 10m
  • Typical cost
    ₹12,735($160)
Operated by

IndiGo Airlines

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Train

Take the train to Palakkad and then to Rajendranagar T.

  • Duration2 days 1h
  • Departstwice a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹1,355($17)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Hyderabad Lakdi Ka Pool then take the train to Ranchi then take the bus to Patna Gandhi Maidan.

  • Duration2 days 1h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹4,140($52)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Patna.

  • Duration1 day 8h
  • Distance2,360km (1,466 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kozhikode and Patna

There are several options for getting from Kozhikode to Patna by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹1,355 ($17) and will take around 2 days 1h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 45m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹12,735 ($160).

The distance between Kozhikode and Patna is around 1,980km (1,230 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,875km (1,165 miles)

It takes around 4h 45m to get from Kozhikode and Patna by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 8h to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Kozhikode to Patna is to fly which takes around 4h 45m and will set you back approx ₹12,735 ($160).

The cheapest way to travel between Kozhikode and Patna, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹1,355 ($17) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Kozhikode and Patna. It typically takes around 2 days 1h and departs twice a week.

There are no direct train services that runs from Kozhikode to Patna. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Palakkad. These services run twice a week and will take a minimum of 2 days 1h.

Indian Railways run train services between Kozhikode and Patna. Trains depart twice a week and will take around 2 days 1h, 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 Kozhikode and Patna. We recommend that you fly from Calicut (CCJ) to Patna (PAT). instead which will take 4h 45m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Kozhikode and Patna. Flights depart from Calicut (CCJ) and arrive at Patna (PAT) - via Mumbai (BOM). The flight takes around 4h 10m.

There is no direct flight from Kozhikode to Patna. There is however a flight that goes via Mumbai (BOM). This services will take at least 4h 45m (not including layover time).

The flight from Kozhikode to Patna typically takes around 4h 10m. Flights depart from Calicut (CCJ) and and arrive into Patna (PAT).

The closest major airport to Patna is Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT) (PAT) which is approximately 4km (2 miles) from Patna. Gaya Airport (GAY) (GAY) and Gorakhpur Airport (GOP) (GOP) 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 Kozhikode and Patna. The distance is around 2,360km (1,466 miles) by road and it will take around 1 day 8h in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Kozhikode to Patna is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 45m and will usually cost around ₹12,735 ($160).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Kozhikode and Patna

Transport options from Kozhikode to Patna
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
4h 45m
₹12,735($160)
on demand2,431km (1,511 miles)
Train and Plane5h 45m
₹11,300($140)
hourly1,980km (1,230 miles)
Train
2 days 1h
₹1,355($17)
twice a week2,756km (1,712 miles)
Bus and Train
2 days 1h
₹4,140($52)
once a week2,612km (1,623 miles)
Drive
1 day 8h
₹22,205($280)
on demand2,360km (1,466 miles)

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Airports near Patna

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

PAT
Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT)
Domestic Airport
Distance
4km (2 miles) from Patna
GAY
Gaya Airport (GAY)
International Airport
Distance
98km (61 miles) from Patna
GOP
Gorakhpur Airport (GOP)
Domestic Airport
Distance
210km (130 miles) from Patna