Odisha to West Bengal · 190 km · Compare trains, buses & driving options
The straight-line distance from Balasore to Calcutta is approximately 190 km (118 miles). By road, the distance increases to about 245 km due to terrain, highways, and road networks connecting Odisha to West Bengal.
Calcutta does not have its own commercial airport. The nearest airport is CCU. Fly to the nearest airport and continue by road or rail.
Search Flights to Nearest AirportIndian Railways connects Balasore and Calcutta with multiple daily services. The journey takes approximately 4 hrs 27 min. Rajdhani and Shatabdi express trains are faster, while mail and passenger trains make more stops but cost less.
Book in advance through IRCTC, especially during festivals and holidays when seats fill up quickly.
Check Trains on IRCTCBus travel is a popular and affordable option for the Balasore to Calcutta route. The journey takes approximately 5 hrs 27 min covering ~245 km. Both government and private operators service this route.
A road trip from Balasore to Calcutta covers approximately 245 km and takes around 3 hrs 6 min. Start early to make the most of daylight hours.
For official travel information, regulations, and booking services:
IRCTC — Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation — Book train tickets online
Airports Authority of India — Airport information and flight status
DGCA — Directorate General of Civil Aviation — Indian aviation regulator
Incredible India — Official tourism portal of India