Day trip from Kolkata to Chandannagar
Chandannagar lies 33 km (21 mi) north of Kolkata, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 33 km (21 mi) apart, Chandannagar is a realistic day trip from Kolkata: about 33 min each way by road.
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| Kolkata | Chandannagar | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | India |
| Population | 4.6 million | 180,623 |
| Elevation | 11 m (36 ft) | 16 m (52 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) |
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Staying in Chandannagar
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Common questions
How far is Chandannagar from Kolkata?
33 km (21 mi) in a straight line, north of Kolkata; by road roughly 41 km (25 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kolkata to Chandannagar by road?
About 33 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kolkata and Chandannagar?
No, both are on Asia/Kolkata at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.