Varanasi → Kolkata
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Uttar Pradesh to West Bengal · 624 km · Compare flights, trains, buses & driving
| Train | Dep | Arr | Duration | Classes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NEW DELHI - KOL SEALDAH Rajdhani Exp #12314 · Raj |
01:38 | 10:15 | 8h 37m | 1A,2A,3A |
| New Delhi-Howrah Rajdhani Express #12302 · Raj |
01:55 | 09:55 | 8h 00m | 1A,2A,3A |
| New Delhi-Howrah Rajdhani Express #12306 · Raj |
01:55 | 12:40 | 10h 45m | 1A,2A,3A |
| New Delhi-Bhubaneswar Rajdhani Express #22812 · Raj |
02:15 | 10:35 | 8h 20m | 1A,2A,3A |
| NEW DELHI - BHUBANESWAR Rajdhani Exp (Via Bokaro) #22824 · Raj |
02:15 | 12:25 | 10h 10m | 1A,2A,3A |
| New Delhi-Sealdah AC Duronto Express #12260 · Drnt |
04:56 | 12:25 | 7h 29m | 1A,2A,3A |
| West Bengal Sampark Kranti Express #12330 · SKr |
06:55 | 17:25 | 10h 30m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Orissa Sampark Kranti Express #12820 · SKr |
19:26 | 06:35 | 11h 09m | 2A,3A,SL |
| New Delhi-Howrah Duronto Express #12274 · Drnt |
22:23 | 06:00 | 7h 37m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| New Delhi-Bhubaneswar Duronto Express #12282 · Drnt |
23:12 | 07:10 | 7h 58m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| MUMBAI CST - HOWRAH Mail (via Allahabad) #12322 · SF |
00:12 | 11:45 | 11h 33m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| AMRITSAR - KOLKATA CHITPUR Durgiana SF Exp #12358 · SF |
01:10 | 11:05 | 9h 55m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Udyan Abha Toofan Express #13008 · Exp |
01:25 | 19:20 | 17h 55m | 3A,SL |
| JammuTawi-Kolkata Chitpur Express #13152 · Exp |
01:30 | 15:50 | 14h 20m | 2A,3A,SL |
| AKAL TAKHT Express #12318 · SF |
02:55 | 2A,3A,SL | ||
| NANGAL DAM - KOLKATA CHITPUR Gurumukhi Exp #12326 · SF |
02:55 | 15:15 | 12h 20m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Ananya Express #12316 · SF |
03:00 | 15:10 | 12h 10m | 2A,3A,SL |
| GANDHIDHAM - HOWRAH Garbha Exp #12937 · SF |
03:15 | 13:05 | 9h 50m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Poorva Express #12304 · SF |
04:55 | 16:45 | 11h 50m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| Ajmer Sealdah Express #12988 · SF |
05:15 | 15:55 | 10h 40m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Poorva Express #12382 · SF |
05:25 | 16:45 | 11h 20m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| Amritsar - Sealdah Superfast Express #12380 · SF |
06:55 | 17:25 | 10h 30m | 2A,3A,SL |
| AGRA CANTT - KOLKATA CHITPUR SF Exp #12320 · SF |
06:55 | 17:20 | 10h 25m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Pratham Swatantrata Sangram Express #11106 · Exp |
07:20 | 21:45 | 14h 25m | 3A,SL |
| Varanasi- Sealdah Express #13134 · Exp |
10:05 | 10:55 | 24h 50m | SL |
| Purushottam SF Express #12802 · SF |
10:40 | 22:05 | 11h 25m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Janata Express #13040 · Exp |
12:15 | 06:05 | 17h 50m | |
| Lal Quila Express #13112 · Exp |
14:15 | 07:30 | 17h 15m | 3A,SL |
| Kumbh Express #12370 · SF |
14:30 | 03:15 | 12h 45m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Upasana Express #12328 · SF |
14:30 | 03:15 | 12h 45m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Doon Express #23010 · Exp |
16:15 | 06:55 | 14h 40m | SL |
| Doon Express #13010 · Exp |
16:15 | 06:55 | 14h 40m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Jodhpur-Howrah SF Express #12308 · SF |
17:10 | 04:00 | 10h 50m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Bikaner-Howrah SF Express #22308 · SF |
17:10 | 04:00 | 10h 50m | 3A,SL |
| Amritsar Howrah Mail #13006 · Mail |
18:15 | 07:20 | 13h 05m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| New Delhi-Puri Superfast Express #12816 · SF |
18:20 | 04:55 | 10h 35m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Bhojpuri Express #15022 · Exp |
18:45 | 07:55 | 13h 10m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Vibhuti Express #12334 · SF |
19:00 | 07:55 | 12h 55m | 2A,3A,SL |
| New Delhi-Howrah SF Express #12324 · SF |
19:45 | 06:00 | 10h 15m | 2A,3A,SL |
| NEW DELHI - PURI Neelanchal SF Exp #12876 · SF |
20:10 | 09:35 | 13h 25m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Chambal Express #12176 · SF |
20:15 | 06:45 | 10h 30m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Chambal Express #12178 · SF |
20:15 | 06:45 | 10h 30m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Shipra Express #19305 · Exp |
20:15 | 06:45 | 10h 30m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Kalka Mail #12312 · SF |
20:40 | 07:30 | 10h 50m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| Amritsar Howrah Express #13050 · Exp |
20:45 | 15:45 | 19h 00m | 3A,SL |
| Himgiri Express #12332 · SF |
22:25 | 11:15 | 12h 50m | 2A,3A,SL |
The straight-line distance from Varanasi to Kolkata is approximately 624 km (388 miles). By road, the distance increases to about 694 km due to terrain, highways, and road networks connecting Uttar Pradesh to West Bengal.
Flying is the fastest way to cover the 624 km distance. Flights from VNS to CCU take approximately 1 hrs 35 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 Varanasi to Kolkata FlightsIndian Railways connects Varanasi and Kolkata with multiple daily services. The journey takes approximately 10 hrs 41 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 Varanasi to Kolkata route. The journey takes approximately 13 hrs 53 min covering ~694 km. Both government and private operators service this route.
Night buses are popular for this distance — travel while you sleep and arrive fresh at your destination.
Search Varanasi to Kolkata BusesThe drive from Varanasi to Kolkata is a long one — approximately 694 km taking around 8 hrs 31 min. Plan at least one overnight halt. Fatigue driving on Indian highways is dangerous.
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
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