How to travel from Puducherry to Kolkata, India

The distance between Puducherry and Kolkata is around 1,581km (983 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 30m.

5 routes found

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

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

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Fly

Fly from Pondicherry (PNY) to Kolkata (CCU).

  • Duration4h 30m
  • Flight time3h 30m
  • Typical cost
    ₹11,540($145)
Operated by

Spicejet

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Train

Take the train to Howrah Jn.

  • Duration1 day 9h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹875($11)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Vijayawada then take the train to Howrah Jn.

  • Duration1 day 6h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ₹2,390($30)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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car
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Drive

Drive to Kolkata.

  • Duration1 day 1h
  • Distance1,801km (1,119 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Puducherry and Kolkata

There are several options for getting from Puducherry to Kolkata by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹875 ($11) and will take around 1 day 9h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹11,540 ($145).

The distance between Puducherry and Kolkata is around 1,581km (983 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,486km (923 miles)

It takes around 4h 30m to get from Puducherry and Kolkata by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 1h to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Puducherry to Kolkata is to fly which takes around 4h 30m and will set you back approx ₹11,540 ($145).

The cheapest way to travel between Puducherry and Kolkata, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹875 ($11) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Puducherry and Kolkata. It typically takes around 1 day 9h and departs once a week.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Puducherry and Kolkata with no changeovers required. The train runs once a week and takes 1 day 9h.

Indian Railways run train services between Puducherry and Kolkata. Trains depart once a week and will take around 1 day 9h, 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 Puducherry and Kolkata. We recommend that you fly from Pondicherry (PNY) to Kolkata (CCU). instead which will take 4h 30m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Puducherry and Kolkata. Flights depart from Pondicherry (PNY) and arrive at Kolkata (CCU) - via Bengaluru (BLR). The flight takes around 3h 30m.

There is no direct flight from Puducherry to Kolkata. There is however a flight that goes via Bengaluru (BLR). This services will take at least 4h 30m (not including layover time).

The flight from Puducherry to Kolkata typically takes around 3h 30m. Flights depart from Pondicherry (PNY) and and arrive into Kolkata (CCU).

The closest major airport to Kolkata is Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) (CCU) which is approximately 14km (9 miles) from Kolkata. Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport (RDP) (RDP) and Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) (IXR) 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 Puducherry and Kolkata. The distance is around 1,801km (1,119 miles) by road and it will take around 1 day 1h in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Puducherry to Kolkata is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 30m and will usually cost around ₹11,540 ($145).

How do I get from Puducherry to Kolkata

Compare travel optionsbetween Puducherry and Kolkata

Transport options from Puducherry to Kolkata
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
4h 30m
₹11,540($145)
every 10 mins1,837km (1,141 miles)
Train and Plane6h 25m
₹8,195($105)
once daily1,581km (983 miles)
Train
1 day 9h
₹875($11)
once a week1,919km (1,193 miles)
Bus and Train
1 day 6h
₹2,390($30)
once daily1,932km (1,201 miles)
Drive
1 day 1h
₹16,950($215)
on demand1,801km (1,119 miles)

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Airports near Kolkata

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

CCU
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU)
International Airport
Distance
14km (9 miles) from Kolkata
RDP
Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport (RDP)
Domestic Airport
Distance
166km (103 miles) from Kolkata
IXR
Birsa Munda Airport (IXR)
Domestic Airport
Distance
323km (200 miles) from Kolkata