West Bengal to Jharkhand · 223 km · Compare flights, trains, buses & driving
| Train | Dep | Arr | Duration | Classes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Howrah-New Delhi Rajdhani Express #12305 · Raj |
14:05 | 17:43 | 3h 38m | 1A,2A,3A |
| Howrah-Patna Jan Shatabdi #12023 · JShtb |
14:05 | 18:24 | 4h 19m | CC |
| KOLKATA CHITPUR - PATNA Garib Rath Exp #12359 · GR |
20:00 | 00:35 | 4h 35m | 3A |
| Sealdah Muzaffarpur Fast Passenger #53131 · Pass |
05:45 | 13:44 | 7h 59m | |
| Pratham Swatantrata Sangram Express #11105 · Exp |
07:25 | 13:10 | 5h 45m | 3A,SL |
| KOLKATA SEALDAH - AMRITSAR Akal Takht Exp #12317 · SF |
07:40 | 12:22 | 4h 42m | 2A,3A,SL |
| KOLKATA CHITPUR - NANGAL DAM Gurumukhi Exp #12325 · SF |
07:40 | 12:29 | 4h 49m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Poorva Express #12303 · SF |
08:10 | 12:20 | 4h 10m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| Ernakulam-Patna Express #16309 · Exp |
08:40 | 14:58 | 6h 18m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Udyan Abha Toofan Express #13007 · Exp |
09:35 | 15:38 | 6h 03m | 3A,SL |
| KOLKATA CHITPUR - DARBHANGA Maithili Exp #15233 · Exp |
10:40 | 16:31 | 5h 51m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Howrah-Darbhanga Express #15235 · Exp |
11:05 | 16:02 | 4h 57m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Howrah-Muzaffarpur JanSadharan Express #15271 · Exp |
11:15 | 15:57 | 4h 42m | |
| Ananya Express #12315 · SF |
13:10 | 17:45 | 4h 35m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Kumbh Express #12369 · SF |
13:10 | 17:10 | 4h 00m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Upasana Express #12327 · SF |
13:10 | 17:10 | 4h 00m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Sealdah-Ballia Express #13105 · Exp |
13:25 | 18:44 | 5h 19m | 3A,SL |
| Howrah-Amritsar Express #13049 · Exp |
14:00 | 20:38 | 6h 38m | 3A,SL |
| Poorvanchal Express #15051 · Exp |
14:30 | 19:55 | 5h 25m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Poorvanchal Express #15049 · Exp |
14:30 | 19:55 | 5h 25m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Purvanchal Express #15047 · Exp |
14:30 | 19:55 | 5h 25m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Ganga Sagar Express #13185 · Exp |
15:40 | 22:55 | 7h 15m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Mithila Express #13021 · Exp |
15:45 | 22:18 | 6h 33m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Howrah-Amritsar Mail #13005 · Mail |
19:10 | 23:37 | 4h 27m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| Vibhuti Express #12333 · SF |
20:00 | 00:21 | 4h 21m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Lal Quila Express #13111 · Exp |
20:15 | 02:04 | 5h 49m | 3A,SL |
| Howrah-Rajgir Express Slip #13039 · Exp |
20:20 | 01:42 | 5h 22m | SL |
| YESVANTPUR - BHAGALPUR Anga SF Exp #12253 · SF |
20:23 | 03:25 | 7h 02m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Howrah- Danapur Express #12351 · SF |
20:35 | 01:13 | 4h 38m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| KOLKATA CHITPUR - SITAMARHI Mithilanchal Exp #13155 · Exp |
20:55 | 02:55 | 6h 00m | 3A,SL |
| KOLKATA CHITPUR - MUZAFFARPUR Tirhut Exp #13157 · Exp |
20:55 | 02:55 | 6h 00m | 3A,SL |
| Puri-Darbhanga Weekly Express #18419 · Exp |
21:15 | 04:50 | 7h 35m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Baidyanathdham Express #18449 · Exp |
21:15 | 04:50 | 7h 35m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Bagh Express #13019 · Exp |
21:45 | 03:10 | 5h 25m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Howrah Mokameh Passenger #53049 · Pass |
22:50 | 06:24 | 7h 34m | SL |
| Himgiri Express #12331 · SF |
23:55 | 04:55 | 5h 00m | 2A,3A,SL |
The straight-line distance from Kolkata to Jamshedpur is approximately 223 km (139 miles). By road, the distance increases to about 280 km due to terrain, highways, and road networks connecting West Bengal to Jharkhand.
Flying is the fastest way to cover the 223 km distance. Flights from CCU to IXW 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 Kolkata to Jamshedpur FlightsIndian Railways connects Kolkata and Jamshedpur 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 Kolkata to Jamshedpur route. The journey takes approximately 6 hrs 13 min covering ~280 km. Both government and private operators service this route.
A road trip from Kolkata to Jamshedpur 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:
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