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Seven ways to Travel from Dhaka to Kolkata

Composite routes from Dhaka to Kolkata

Cheapest
5 h 33 min
Car
315 km.
from $17
Other
5 h 33 min
Rideshare
315 km.
from $11.98
4 h 30 min
Bus, Plane
243 km.
from $77.47
10 h 40 min
244 km.
from $13.98
5 h 50 min
Train, Plane
243 km.
from $55.93
5 h 12 min
Bus, Plane
243 km.
from $43.70

Transport providers

Airlines

IndiGo Airlines

Website:
goindigo.in/
Plane from Shahjalal International Airport to Netaji
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$69.48–$341.11
Plane from Agartala to Netaji
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$44.22–$75.80

Air India Express

Website:
airindiaexpress.in/en
Plane from Agartala to Netaji
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$39.16–$82.12

Biman Bangladesh Airlines

Website:
biman-airlines.com/
Plane from Shahjalal International Airport to Netaji
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$69.48–$164.24
Plane from Shahjalal International Airport to Jessore
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$25.27–$88.43

US-Bangla

Website:
usbair.com/
Plane from Shahjalal International Airport to Netaji
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.17–$265.30
Plane from Shahjalal International Airport to Jessore
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$15.16–$277.94

Novo Air

Website:
flynovoair.com/
Plane from Shahjalal International Airport to Jessore
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$15.16–$277.94

Train operators

Indian Railways

Phone:
14646
Email:
Website:
irctc.co.in
Train from Bangaon Jn to Barasat
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.64–$10.74
Train from Barasat to Sealdah
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.52–$9.48

Bangladesh Railway

Email:
Website:
eticket.railway.gov.bd/en
Train from Dhaka to Benapole
Ave. Duration:
7h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$2.27–$21.48
Train from Benapole to Kolkata
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$1.14–$5.05
Train from Dhaka to Azampur
Ave. Duration:
2h 22m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$1.26–$7.58

Kolkata Metro Rail Corporation (KMRC)

Phone:
9007041844
Email:
Website:
kmrc.in/
Train from Dum Dum to Chandi
Ave. Duration:
16 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.18–$0.21

Bus operators

Shyamoli NR Travels

Phone:
16460
Email:
Website:
shyamoliparibahan-bd.com/
Bus from Dhaka to Shyamoli
Ave. Duration:
11h
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$18.32–$19.58

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Dhaka to Kolkata?

The cheapest way to get from Dhaka to Kolkata is to train which costs $2.93 - $22.83 and takes 10h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dhaka to Kolkata?

The fastest way to get from Dhaka to Kolkata is to fly and subway which takes 4h 30m and costs $54.35 - $163.04 .

Is there a direct bus between Dhaka and Kolkata?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Dhaka and arriving at Shyamoli Bus Counter. Services depart five times a day. The journey takes approximately 11h.

Is there a direct train between Dhaka and Kolkata?

No, there is no direct train from Dhaka to Kolkata station. However, there are services departing from Dhaka and arriving at Kolkata station via Benapole. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 40m.

How far is it from Dhaka to Kolkata?

The distance between Dhaka and Kolkata is 275 km. The road distance is 475.6 km.

How do I travel from Dhaka to Kolkata without a car?

The best way to get from Dhaka to Kolkata without a car is to train which takes 10h 40m and costs $2.93 - $22.83 .

How long does it take to get from Dhaka to Kolkata?

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Dhaka to Kolkata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dhaka to Kolkata bus from?

Dhaka to Kolkata bus services, operated by Shyamoli NR Travels, depart from Dhaka station.

Where do I catch the Dhaka to Kolkata train from?

Dhaka to Kolkata train services, operated by Bangladesh Railway, depart from Dhaka station.

Train or bus from Dhaka to Kolkata?

The best way to get from Dhaka to Kolkata is to train which takes 10h 40m and costs $2.93 - $22.83 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $15.76 - $16.85 and takes 11h.

Where does the Dhaka to Kolkata bus arrive?

Dhaka to Kolkata bus services, operated by Shyamoli NR Travels, arrive at Shyamoli Bus Counter station.

What is the time difference between Dhaka and Kolkata?

Kolkata is 30 min behind Dhaka. It is currently 01:09 in Dhaka and 00:39 in Kolkata.

Where does the Dhaka to Kolkata train arrive?

Dhaka to Kolkata train services, operated by Bangladesh Railway, arrive at Benapole station.

Can I drive from Dhaka to Kolkata?

Yes, the driving distance between Dhaka to Kolkata is 476 km. It takes approximately 7h 17m to drive from Dhaka to Kolkata.

Where can I stay near Kolkata?

There are 999+ hotels available in Kolkata. Prices start at $24.61 per night.
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