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

The cheapest way to get from Prayagraj to Kolkata is to train and ferry which costs ₹410 - ₹3,100 and takes 10h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Prayagraj to Kolkata is to taxi and fly which takes 4h 9m and costs ₹7,500 - ₹16,000.

Is there a direct bus between Prayagraj and Kolkata?

No, there is no direct bus from Prayagraj to Kolkata. However, there are services departing from Allahabad and arriving at Kolkata via Varanasi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Prayagraj and Kolkata?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Prayagraj Jn and arriving at Sealdah. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13h 55m.

How far is it from Prayagraj to Kolkata?

The distance between Prayagraj and Kolkata is 781 km. The road distance is 787.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Prayagraj to Kolkata without a car is to train and ferry which takes 10h 35m and costs ₹410 - ₹3,100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 9m to get from Prayagraj to Kolkata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prayagraj to Kolkata bus from?

Prayagraj to Kolkata bus services, operated by Shubham Tours and Travels, depart from Allahabad station.

Where do I catch the Prayagraj to Kolkata train from?

Prayagraj to Kolkata train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Prayagraj Jn station.

Train, bus or fly from Prayagraj to Kolkata?

The best way to get from Prayagraj to Kolkata is to bus which takes 16h 49m and costs ₹1,300 - ₹6,000. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs ₹8,000 - ₹24,000 and takes 8h 21m, you could also train, which costs ₹400 - ₹3,100 and takes 13h 55m.

Where does the Prayagraj to Kolkata bus arrive?

Prayagraj to Kolkata bus services, operated by Shubham Tours and Travels, arrive at Varanasi station.

Where does the Prayagraj to Kolkata train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Prayagraj to Kolkata?

Yes, the driving distance between Prayagraj to Kolkata is 788 km. It takes approximately 11h 24m to drive from Prayagraj to Kolkata.

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

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Prayagraj to Kolkata - 6 ways to travel via train, taxi, plane, ferry, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Prayagraj to Kolkata by taxi, plane, train, ferry, bus, or car

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Taxi to Varanasi Airport, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Prayagraj to Varanasi-Airport-VNStaxi
2. Fly from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU)plane VNS - CCU
4h 9m
₹7,498–15,367
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Prayagraj Jn to Sealdahtrain 12988
13h 55m
₹400–3,100
Train, ferry
1. Take the train from Prayagraj Jn to Howrah Jntrain 12302 / ...
2. Take the ferry from Howrah Jetty to Fairlieferry
10h 35m
₹410–3,049
Bus
1. Take the bus from Allahabad to Varanasibus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper
2. Take the bus from Varanasi to Kolkatabus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper / ...
16h 49m
₹1,361–5,986
Drive 787.6 km
1. Drive from Prayagraj to Kolkatacar 787.6 km
11h 24m
₹8,837–12,764
Fly from Allahabad
1. Fly from Allahabad (IXD) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU)plane IXD - CCU
8h 21m
₹8,062–23,073

Prayagraj to Kolkata by bus

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16h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 781.1 km
Duration: 4h 9m

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

You can take a bus from Allahabad to Kolkata via Varanasi in around 16h 49m. Alternatively, IndiGo Airlines and Starlight Airline fly from Allahabad (IXD) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) 5 times a day.

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