West Bengal to Odisha · 190 km · Compare trains, buses & driving options
The straight-line distance from Kolkata to Balasore is approximately 190 km (118 miles). By road, the distance increases to about 243 km due to terrain, highways, and road networks connecting West Bengal to Odisha.
Balasore does not have its own commercial airport. The nearest airport is IXW. Fly to the nearest airport and continue by road or rail.
Search Flights to Nearest AirportIndian Railways connects Kolkata and Balasore with multiple daily services. The journey takes approximately 4 hrs 25 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 Kolkata to Balasore route. The journey takes approximately 5 hrs 24 min covering ~243 km. Both government and private operators service this route.
A road trip from Kolkata to Balasore covers approximately 243 km and takes around 3 hrs 5 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