Delhi to Kota by train
Kota lies 410 km (255 mi) south of Delhi, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 7 h 51 min at the speeds typical of India rail, over roughly 500 km (311 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Delhi | Kota | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | India |
| Population | 11 million | 1 million |
| Elevation | 227 m (745 ft) | 267 m (876 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) |
| Stations on record | Delhi Junction railway station, Sarai Rohilla railway station | none listed |
| Postal codes | 486111–486441 | 203408–835225 |
Where to book trains from Delhi to Kota
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Staying in Kota
Our booking partner lists 159 places to stay in Kota. Of the 135 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (103). Guests have left 964 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Kota from Delhi?
410 km (255 mi) in a straight line, south of Delhi; by road roughly 500 km (311 mi).
How long does it take to get from Delhi to Kota by train?
About 7 h 51 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Delhi and Kota?
No, both are on Asia/Kolkata at the moment.
Where can I stay in Kota?
Our booking partner lists 159 places to stay in Kota, 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.