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Four ways to Travel from Varanasi to Kolkata

Composite routes from Varanasi to Kolkata

Cheapest
9 h 43 min
Car
670 km.
from $36
Fastest
1 h 20 min
Plane
Other
9 h 43 min
Rideshare
670 km.
from $8.74
14 h 30 min
Train, Bus
624 km.
from $47.28

Transport providers

Airlines

IndiGo Airlines

Website:
goindigo.in/
Plane from Varanasi Airport to Netaji
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.52–$241.38

Train operators

Indian Railways

Phone:
14646
Email:
Website:
irctc.co.in
Train from Varanasi Jn to Howrah
Ave. Duration:
13h 35m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$4.95–$120.69
Train from Varanasi Jn to Durgapur
Ave. Duration:
10h 49m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$4.32–$95.28

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–$0.22

Bus operators

SBSTC

Phone:
7699993930
Email:
Website:
online.sbstcbooking.co.in/
Bus from Durgapur to Kolkata
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.91–$3.94

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Varanasi to Kolkata is to train and bus which costs $5.33 - $86.96 and takes 14h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Varanasi to Kolkata is to fly and subway which takes 2h 46m and costs $59.78 - $195.65 .

Is there a direct train between Varanasi and Kolkata?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Varanasi Jn and arriving at Howrah Jn. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13h 35m.

How far is it from Varanasi to Kolkata?

The distance between Varanasi and Kolkata is 687 km. The road distance is 670.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Varanasi to Kolkata without a car is to train which takes 13h 35m and costs $4.24 - $103.26 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Varanasi to Kolkata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Varanasi to Kolkata train from?

Varanasi to Kolkata train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Varanasi Jn station.

Where does the Varanasi to Kolkata train arrive?

Varanasi to Kolkata train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Howrah Jn station.

Can I drive from Varanasi to Kolkata?

Yes, the driving distance between Varanasi to Kolkata is 671 km. It takes approximately 9h 38m to drive from Varanasi 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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