Jharkhand to West Bengal · 223 km · Compare flights, trains, buses & driving
| Train | Dep | Arr | Duration | Classes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KOLKATA CHITPUR - PATNA Garib Rath Exp #12360 · GR |
00:19 | 05:15 | 4h 56m | 3A |
| New Delhi-Howrah Rajdhani Express #12306 · Raj |
08:39 | 12:40 | 4h 01m | 1A,2A,3A |
| Patna-Howrah Jan Shatabdi #12024 · JShtb |
08:58 | 13:25 | 4h 27m | CC |
| Lal Quila Express #13112 · Exp |
00:35 | 07:30 | 6h 55m | 3A,SL |
| Danapur- Howrah Express #12352 · SF |
01:42 | 06:35 | 4h 53m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| Amritsar Howrah Mail #13006 · Mail |
02:15 | 07:20 | 5h 05m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| Vibhuti Express #12334 · SF |
02:47 | 07:55 | 5h 08m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Bagh Express #13020 · Exp |
04:01 | 12:40 | 8h 39m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Himgiri Express #12332 · SF |
06:22 | 11:15 | 4h 53m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Amritsar Howrah Express #13050 · Exp |
08:05 | 15:45 | 7h 40m | 3A,SL |
| NANGAL DAM - KOLKATA CHITPUR Gurumukhi Exp #12326 · SF |
10:02 | 15:15 | 5h 13m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Ananya Express #12316 · SF |
10:09 | 15:10 | 5h 01m | 2A,3A,SL |
| AKAL TAKHT Express #12318 · SF |
10:09 | 2A,3A,SL | ||
| Poorva Express #12304 · SF |
11:48 | 16:45 | 4h 57m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| Udyan Abha Toofan Express #13008 · Exp |
12:41 | 19:20 | 6h 39m | 3A,SL |
| Baidyanathdham Express #18450 · Exp |
13:00 | 19:35 | 6h 35m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Darbhanga-Puri Weekly Express #18420 · Exp |
13:00 | 19:35 | 6h 35m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Pratham Swatantrata Sangram Express #11106 · Exp |
15:02 | 21:45 | 6h 43m | 3A,SL |
| Mokameh Howrah Passenger #53050 · Pass |
17:05 | 03:00 | 9h 55m | |
| Muzaffarpur Sealdah Passenger #53132 · Pass |
17:22 | 03:25 | 10h 03m | |
| BHAGALPUR - YESVANTPUR Anga SF Exp #12254 · SF |
18:16 | 23:05 | 4h 49m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Patna - Ernakulam Express #16310 · Exp |
18:16 | 00:55 | 6h 39m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Ballia-Sealdah Express #13106 · Exp |
19:27 | 03:35 | 8h 08m | 3A,SL |
| MUZAFFARPUR - KOLKATA CHITPUR Tirhut Exp #13158 · Exp |
20:13 | 03:45 | 7h 32m | 3A,SL |
| SITAMARHI - KOLKATA CHITPUR Mithilanchal Exp #13156 · Exp |
20:13 | 03:45 | 7h 32m | 3A,SL |
| Darbhanga-Howrah Express #15236 · Exp |
21:13 | 03:00 | 5h 47m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Muzzafarpur-Howrah JanSadharan Express #15272 · Exp |
21:13 | 03:00 | 5h 47m | |
| DARBHANGA - KOLKATA CHITPUR Maithili Exp #15234 · Exp |
21:18 | 03:10 | 5h 52m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Mithila Express #13022 · Exp |
21:43 | 04:00 | 6h 17m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Kumbh Express #12370 · SF |
22:11 | 03:15 | 5h 04m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Upasana Express #12328 · SF |
22:11 | 03:15 | 5h 04m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Poorvanchal Express #15050 · Exp |
22:30 | 04:15 | 5h 45m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Gorakhpur Kolkata Express #15052 · Exp |
22:30 | 04:15 | 5h 45m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Purvanchal Express #15048 · Exp |
22:30 | 04:15 | 5h 45m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Rajgir Howrah Passenger #23040 · Pass |
23:19 | 06:05 | 6h 46m | SL |
| Janata Express #13040 · Exp |
23:19 | 06:05 | 6h 46m | |
| Ganga Sagar Express #13186 · Exp |
23:52 | 06:55 | 7h 03m | 2A,3A,SL |
The straight-line distance from Jamshedpur to Kolkata is approximately 223 km (139 miles). By road, the distance increases to about 280 km due to terrain, highways, and road networks connecting Jharkhand to West Bengal.
Flying is the fastest way to cover the 223 km distance. Flights from IXW to CCU take approximately 1 hrs 3 min including boarding and taxiing. Multiple airlines operate on this route, and fares vary depending on the season, time of booking, and class of travel.
For the best prices, book 2-3 weeks in advance and opt for mid-week departures (Tuesday, Wednesday) which are typically cheaper than weekend flights.
Search Jamshedpur to Kolkata FlightsIndian Railways connects Jamshedpur and Kolkata with multiple daily services. The journey takes approximately 5 hrs 5 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 Jamshedpur to Kolkata route. The journey takes approximately 6 hrs 13 min covering ~280 km. Both government and private operators service this route.
A road trip from Jamshedpur to Kolkata covers approximately 280 km and takes around 3 hrs 31 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
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Incredible India — Official tourism portal of India