What is the cheapest way to get from Kolkata to Tāj Mahal?

The cheapest way to get from Kolkata to Tāj Mahal is to train which costs ₹550 - ₹4,400 and takes 20h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kolkata to Tāj Mahal?

The fastest way to get from Kolkata to Tāj Mahal is to fly and train which takes 6h 54m and costs ₹7,000 - ₹15,000.

Is there a direct bus between Kolkata and Tāj Mahal?

No, there is no direct bus from Kolkata to Tāj Mahal. However, there are services departing from Kolkata, West Bengal and arriving at Agra, Uttar Pradesh via Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Kolkata and Tāj Mahal?

No, there is no direct train from Kolkata to Tāj Mahal. However, there are services departing from Sealdah and arriving at Fatehabad Road via Mankameshwar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 23m.

How far is it from Kolkata to Tāj Mahal?

The distance between Kolkata and Tāj Mahal is 1193 km. The road distance is 1294.3 km.

How do I travel from Kolkata to Tāj Mahal without a car?

The best way to get from Kolkata to Tāj Mahal without a car is to train which takes 20h 23m and costs ₹550 - ₹4,400.

How long does it take to get from Kolkata to Tāj Mahal?

It takes approximately 8h 44m to get from Kolkata to Tāj Mahal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kolkata to Tāj Mahal bus from?

Kolkata to Tāj Mahal bus services, operated by SRS Munna Travels, depart from Kolkata, West Bengal station.

Where do I catch the Kolkata to Tāj Mahal train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Kolkata to Tāj Mahal?

The best way to get from Kolkata to Tāj Mahal is to fly which takes 8h 44m and costs ₹23,000 - ₹40,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹550 - ₹4,400 and takes 20h 23m, you could also bus, which costs and takes 24h 42m.

Where does the Kolkata to Tāj Mahal bus arrive?

Kolkata to Tāj Mahal bus services, operated by SRS Munna Travels, arrive at Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh station.

Where does the Kolkata to Tāj Mahal train arrive?

Kolkata to Tāj Mahal train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Agra Fort station.

Can I drive from Kolkata to Tāj Mahal?

Yes, the driving distance between Kolkata to Tāj Mahal is 1294 km. It takes approximately 16h 41m to drive from Kolkata to Tāj Mahal.

Where can I stay near Tāj Mahal?

There are 434+ hotels available in Tāj Mahal.

Kolkata to Tāj Mahal - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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Fly to Agra Airport
best
1. Fly from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Agra Airport (AGR)plane CCU - AGR
8h 44m
₹23,321–39,115
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Sealdah to Agra Forttrain 12987
20h 23m
₹588–4,316
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kolkata, West Bengal to Varanasi, Uttar Pradeshbus Kolkata, West Bengal - Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
2. Take the bus from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh to Agra, Uttar Pradeshbus Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh - Agra, Uttar Pradesh
24h 42m
Drive 1,294.3 km
1. Drive from Kolkata to Tāj Mahalcar 1,294.3 km
16h 41m
₹14,577–21,055
Fly to Indira Gandhi International Airport, train
1. Fly from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)plane CCU - DEL
2. Take the train from New Delhi to Agra Cantttrain
6h 54m
₹6,986–14,515
Fly to Gwalior Airport, train
1. Fly from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Gwalior Airport (GWL)plane CCU - GWL
2. Take the train from Gwalior Jn. to Agra Cantttrain
8h 19m
₹10,671–24,555
Bus via Ranchi
1. Take the bus from Kolkata, West Bengal to Ranchi, Jharkhandbus Kolkata, West Bengal - Ranchi, Jharkhand
2. Take the bus from Ranchi, Jharkhand to Agra, Uttar Pradeshbus Ranchi, Jharkhand - Agra, Uttar Pradesh
36h 12m

Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Agra Airport (AGR) flights

15Weekly Planes

7h 15mAverage Duration

₹20,129Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,192.7 km
Duration: 8h 44m

What companies run services between Kolkata, India and Tāj Mahal, India?

IndiGo Airlines and Air India Limited fly from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Agra Airport (AGR) twice daily. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Sealdah to Agra Fort once daily. Tickets cost ₹550–4,300 and the journey takes 19h 45m.

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How to get fromKolkata to Tāj Mahalby plane, train, bus, or car

There are 7 ways to get from Kolkata to Tāj Mahal by plane, train, bus, or car

Fly to Agra Airport

Train

Bus

Drive 1,294.3 km

Fly to Indira Gandhi International Airport, train

Fly to Gwalior Airport, train

Bus via Ranchi