Delhi to Kolkata by train
Kolkata lies 1,304 km (811 mi) south-east of Delhi, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 25 h at the speeds typical of India rail, over roughly 1,591 km (989 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Delhi | Kolkata | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | India |
| Population | 11 million | 4.6 million |
| Elevation | 227 m (745 ft) | 11 m (36 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) |
| Stations on record | Delhi Junction railway station, Sarai Rohilla railway station | Kolkata railway station, Ballygunge Junction railway station, Dum Dum Junction railway station |
Where to book trains from Delhi to Kolkata
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Staying in Kolkata
Our booking partner lists 1,080+ places to stay in Kolkata (statistics below are from the first 1,000). Of the 770 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (487), and 22 are five-star. Across 228 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 7.5 out of 10. Guests have left 77,737 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Kolkata from Delhi?
1,304 km (811 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Delhi; by road roughly 1,591 km (989 mi).
How long does it take to get from Delhi to Kolkata by train?
About 25 h, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Delhi and Kolkata?
No, both are on Asia/Kolkata at the moment.
Where can I stay in Kolkata?
Our booking partner lists 1,080+ places to stay in Kolkata, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.