How to travel from Thane to Kolkata, India

The distance between Thane and Kolkata is around 1,709km (1,062 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train, then take the underground and then fly which takes around 4h 10m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Thane to Kolkata by train, subway, plane and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Train and Plane

Take the train to Ghatkopar and then to Western Express Highway then fly from Mumbai (BOM) to Kolkata (CCU).

  • Duration4h 10m
  • Flight time2h 40m
  • Typical cost
    ₹7,480($95)
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Train

Take the train to Howrah Jn.

  • Duration1 day 8h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ₹955($12)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Drive

Drive to Kolkata.

  • Duration1 day 2h
  • Distance1,875km (1,165 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Thane and Kolkata

There are several options for getting from Thane to Kolkata by train, subway, plane 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 take the train, then take the underground and then fly and arrive in approximately 4h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹7,480 ($95).

The distance between Thane and Kolkata is around 1,709km (1,062 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,641km (1,019 miles)

It takes around 4h 10m to get from Thane and Kolkata by train, subway and plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 2h to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Thane to Kolkata is to take the train, then take the underground and then fly which takes around 4h 10m and will set you back approx ₹7,480 ($95).

The cheapest way to travel between Thane and Kolkata, 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 Thane and Kolkata. It typically takes around 1 day 8h and departs once daily.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Thane and Kolkata with no changeovers required. The train runs once daily and takes 1 day 8h.

Indian Railways run train services between Thane and Kolkata. Trains depart once daily 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 Thane and Kolkata. We recommend that you take the train to Ghatkopar and then to Western Express Highway then fly from Mumbai (BOM) to Kolkata (CCU). instead which will take 4h 10m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Thane to Kolkata. We recommend that you take the train to Ghatkopar and then to Western Express Highway then fly from Mumbai (BOM) to Kolkata (CCU). instead which will take 4h 10m.

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 Thane and Kolkata. The distance is around 1,875km (1,165 miles) by road and it will take around 1 day 2h in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Thane to Kolkata is to take the train, then take the underground and then fly which takes, on average, 4h 10m and will usually cost around ₹7,480 ($95).

How do I get from Thane to Kolkata

Compare travel optionsbetween Thane and Kolkata

Transport options from Thane to Kolkata
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train and Plane + 1 similar
4h 10m
₹7,480($95)
every 15 mins1,709km (1,062 miles)
Train to Pune Jn, Fly6h 25m
₹7,800($100)
every 3 hours1,757km (1,092 miles)
Train
1 day 8h
₹955($12)
once daily1,932km (1,201 miles)
Drive
1 day 2h
₹15,200($190)
on demand1,875km (1,165 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