Driving from Kolkata to Kota
Kota lies 1,306 km (811 mi) west of Kolkata, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 19 h 55 min without stops, over roughly 1,593 km (990 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Kolkata | Kota | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | India |
| Population | 4.6 million | 1 million |
| Elevation | 11 m (36 ft) | 267 m (876 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) |
Where to book car hire from Kolkata 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.
Book a hotel in Kota
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Common questions
How far is Kota from Kolkata?
1,306 km (811 mi) in a straight line, west of Kolkata; by road roughly 1,593 km (990 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kolkata to Kota by car?
About 19 h 55 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kolkata 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.