What is the cheapest way to get from Janakpur to Kolkata?

The cheapest way to get from Janakpur to Kolkata is to train and bus which costs ₹450 - ₹2,700 and takes 15h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Janakpur to Kolkata?

The fastest way to get from Janakpur to Kolkata is to fly which takes 7h 50m and costs ₹23,000 - ₹31,000.

Is there a direct train between Janakpur and Kolkata?

No, there is no direct train from Janakpur to Kolkata. However, there are services departing from Janakpur and arriving at Sealdah via Jaynagar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 54m.

How far is it from Janakpur to Kolkata?

The distance between Janakpur and Kolkata is 536 km. The road distance is 632.9 km.

How do I travel from Janakpur to Kolkata without a car?

The best way to get from Janakpur to Kolkata without a car is to train and bus which takes 15h 50m and costs ₹450 - ₹2,700.

How long does it take to get from Janakpur to Kolkata?

It takes approximately 7h 50m to get from Janakpur to Kolkata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Janakpur to Kolkata train from?

Janakpur to Kolkata train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Jaynagar station.

Train or fly from Janakpur to Kolkata?

The best way to get from Janakpur to Kolkata is to fly which takes 7h 50m and costs ₹23,000 - ₹31,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹370 - ₹2,900 and takes 16h 54m.

What is the time difference between Janakpur and Kolkata?

Kolkata is 15 min behind Janakpur. It is currently 11:35 AM in Janakpur and 11:20 AM in Kolkata.

Where does the Janakpur to Kolkata train arrive?

Janakpur to Kolkata train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Sealdah station.

Can I drive from Janakpur to Kolkata?

Yes, the driving distance between Janakpur to Kolkata is 633 km. It takes approximately 9h 55m to drive from Janakpur to Kolkata.

Where can I stay near Kolkata?

There are 1125+ hotels available in Kolkata.

Janakpur to Kolkata - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Janakpur to Kolkata by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Janakpur Airport (JKR) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU)plane JKR - CCU
7h 50m
₹23,060–30,365
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Jaynagar to Sealdahtrain 13186
16h 54m
₹374–2,819
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Jaynagar to Durgapurtrain 13186 / ...
2. Take the bus from Durgapur to Kolkata Esplanadebus
15h 50m
₹454–2,619
Drive, bus
1. Drive from Janakpur to Darbhanga, Biharcar
2. Take the bus from Darbhanga, Bihar to Siliguri, West Bengalbus
3. Take the bus from Siliguri, West Bengal to Kolkata, West Bengalbus
22h 40m
Drive 632.9 km
1. Drive from Janakpur to Kolkatacar 632.9 km
9h 55m
₹7,738–11,177

Janakpur Airport (JKR) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) flights

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9h 46mAverage Duration

₹4,593Cheapest Price

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Distance: 536.1 km
Duration: 7h 50m

What companies run services between Janakpur, Nepal and Kolkata, India?

Buddha Air Ltd, Biman Bangladesh Airlines, and Yeti Airlines fly from Janakpur Airport (JKR) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) once daily. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Jaynagar to Sealdah once daily. Tickets cost ₹330–2,600 and the journey takes 14h 50m.

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