Guwahati to Kolkata
The distance from Guwahati to Kolkata is about 655 km by road, roughly 13 hours (estimated). National highway numbers 12, 16, and 19, and the Grand Trunk Road radiate from the
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Overview
The distance from Guwahati to Kolkata is about 655 km by road, roughly 13 hours (estimated). National highway numbers 12, 16, and 19, and the Grand Trunk Road radiate from the city, providing links to most parts of the country.
Route Map
By Car: Guwahati to Kolkata
655 km · ~13h 46m · About 13h of driving split over 2 days, plus stops.
- Start from Guwahati
Leave early (5–6 AM) and avoid driving on highways after dark.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 150Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
178 km · 3h 33m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 328Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 478Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
178 km · 3h 33m drive from previous stop
Arrive in KolkataKolkata, West Bengal
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Guwahati to Kolkata
655 km · ~14h 33m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Guwahati
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Guwahati. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Guwahati → Kolkata
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~655 km
~14h 33m|Tentative fare ₹720–₹1,880
- Arrive in Kolkata
Kolkata, West Bengal
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Guwahati to Kolkata
Nearest railway stations: Guwahati for Guwahati, Howrah Jn for Kolkata.
Direct trains
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
Stops & Places Along the Route
Good places to break the journey from Guwahati to Kolkata. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.
- Nongstoin110 km from Guwahati
Meghalaya
- Gobardanga615 km from Guwahati
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Things to Do in Kolkata
Visit Asutosh Museum of Indian Art
Asutosh Museum of Indian Art is an art museum located in the main campus of University of Calcutta on College Street, Kolkata (previously Calcutta), India, on the first…
Visit Tiriti Bazaar
Tiriti Bazaar, also known as Chinatown, & also spelled as Tiretta Bazaar is a neighborhood near Lalbazar in Central Kolkata. It is usually called Old China Market.
Visit Fatima Church
Fatima Church is a Catholic religious building located on CIT Road, Kolkata, India.
Visit Wellesley Gol Talab
Wellesley Gol Talab, (also known as Gol Talab), is a park located in Taltala neighbourhood in Central Kolkata, in the Indian state of West Bengal.
Visit St. James' Church
St. James' Church in Entally, Kolkata (Calcutta), India, is one of Kolkata's most elegant churches. Built in 1862, the twin spires of the St. James' Church dominates…
Visit Osmond Memorial Church
Osmond Memorial Church, previously known as Wesleyan Methodist Church, is a historic church located at 56, S. Banerjee Road, Taltala, Kolkata, West Bengal, India.
Suggested Kolkata Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Kolkata
- Travel from Guwahati to Kolkata (about 13 hrs by road) and check in
- Visit Asutosh Museum of Indian Art
Day 2Explore Kolkata
- Visit Tiriti Bazaar
- Visit Fatima Church
Day 3Last sights and departure
- Visit Wellesley Gol Talab
- Head back to Guwahati
Travel Tips
Budget Estimate
road
655 km
13 hours
Approximately 655 km by road from Guwahati to Kolkata, roughly 13 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).
train
655 km
The nearest railway station to Kolkata is Kankurgachhi Road railway station, about 2 km from the town centre.
Extend Your Trip
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Kolkata → Chandannagar
About 45 km by road
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Frequently Asked Questions
About 655 km by road (estimated from straight-line distance).
Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU), about 12 km away.
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