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

The cheapest way to get from Kolkata to Kanpur is to train which costs ₹470 - ₹3,600 and takes 12h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kolkata to Kanpur is to fly and train which takes 6h 24m and costs ₹7,000 - ₹15,000.

Is there a direct bus between Kolkata and Kanpur?

No, there is no direct bus from Kolkata to Kanpur. However, there are services departing from Kolkata and arriving at Kanpur via Varanasi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Kolkata and Kanpur?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sealdah and arriving at Kanpur Central. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 25m.

How far is it from Kolkata to Kanpur?

The distance between Kolkata and Kanpur is 937 km. The road distance is 1012 km.

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

The best way to get from Kolkata to Kanpur without a car is to train which takes 12h 25m and costs ₹470 - ₹3,600.

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

It takes approximately 7h 17m to get from Kolkata to Kanpur, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kolkata to Kanpur bus from?

Kolkata to Kanpur bus services, operated by Lokenath Bus Service, depart from Kolkata station.

Where do I catch the Kolkata to Kanpur train from?

Kolkata to Kanpur train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Sealdah station.

Train, bus or fly from Kolkata to Kanpur?

The best way to get from Kolkata to Kanpur is to fly which takes 7h 17m and costs ₹9,500 - ₹28,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹470 - ₹3,600 and takes 12h 25m, you could also bus, which costs ₹1,500 - ₹4,500 and takes 20h 16m.

Where does the Kolkata to Kanpur bus arrive?

Kolkata to Kanpur bus services, operated by Lokenath Bus Service, arrive at Varanasi station.

Where does the Kolkata to Kanpur train arrive?

Kolkata to Kanpur train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Kanpur Central station.

Can I drive from Kolkata to Kanpur?

Yes, the driving distance between Kolkata to Kanpur is 1012 km. It takes approximately 13h 49m to drive from Kolkata to Kanpur.

How do I get a bus ticket from Kolkata to Kanpur?

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Where can I stay near Kanpur?

There are 140+ hotels available in Kanpur.

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

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

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Fly to Kanpur Airport
best
1. Fly from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Kanpur Airport (KNU)plane CCU - KNU
7h 17m
₹9,811–27,105
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Sealdah to Kanpur Centraltrain 12313 / ...
12h 25m
₹470–3,600
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kolkata to Varanasibus redbusIndia_Volvo 9600 Multi-Axle A/C Sleeper / ...
2. Take the bus from Varanasi to Kanpurbus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Seater /Sleeper
20h 16m
₹1,558–4,462
Drive 1,012 km
1. Drive from Kolkata to Kanpurcar 1,012 km
13h 49m
₹9,836–14,207
Fly to Chaudhary Charan Singh Airport, train
1. Fly from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Chaudhary Charan Singh Airport (LKO)plane CCU - LKO
2. Take the train from Lucknow to Kanpur Centraltrain
6h 24m
₹7,281–15,005

Kolkata to Kanpur by train

11Weekly Trains

12h 25mAverage Duration

₹470Cheapest Price

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Distance: 937.4 km
Duration: 7h 17m

What companies run services between Kolkata, India and Kanpur, India?

IndiGo Airlines, Air India Express, and Starlight Airline fly from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Kanpur Airport (KNU) 5 times a day. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Sealdah to Kanpur Central twice daily. Tickets cost ₹470–3,600 and the journey takes 12h 25m.

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