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Haldia to Kolkata

The distance from Haldia to Kolkata is about 80 km by road, roughly 1.5 hours (estimated). National highway numbers 12, 16, and 19, and the Grand Trunk Road radiate from the city,

80 kmDistance
1.5 hrsDuration

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹5,855
Ertiga₹7,430
Innova₹7,745
Innova Crysta₹9,570
Tempo Traveller (12)₹13,100

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹90
AC Seater₹140
Non-AC Sleeper₹130
AC Sleeper₹180
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹270
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Train
Sleeper₹80
Economy₹110
Third AC₹140
Second AC₹190
First AC₹250
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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 Haldia to Kolkata is about 80 km by road, roughly 1.5 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: Haldia to Kolkata

80 km · ~1h 36m · About 2h of driving, plus stops.

  1. Start from Haldia

    An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.

  2. 80 km · 1h 36m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Kolkata

    Kolkata, 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: Haldia to Kolkata

80 km · ~1h 47m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

  1. Board at Haldia

    Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Haldia. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.

  2. Haldia → Kolkata

    Non-AC or AC Seater · ~80 km

    ~1h 47m|Tentative fare ₹90–₹270

  3. 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: Haldia to Kolkata

Nearest railway stations: Haldia for Haldia, Howrah Jn for Kolkata.

Direct trains

Tamralipta Express#12858 · Superfast
11:46 AMNandakumar P.H.
1h 33m25 stops
01:19 PMSantragachi Jn
Digha-Howrah AC Duronto Express#12848 · Duronto
04:56 PMNandakumar P.H.
1h 39m29 stops
06:35 PMHowrah Jn
Paharia Express#15721 · Express
06:20 PMNandakumar P.H.
2h 12m25 stops
08:32 PMSantragachi Jn
Kandari Express#18002 · Express
07:49 PMNandakumar P.H.
1h 28m25 stops
09:17 PMSantragachi Jn

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 Haldia to Kolkata. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.

  1. Diamond Harbour25 km from Haldia
  2. Sonarpur70 km from Haldia

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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.

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Suggested Kolkata Itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Kolkata

  • Travel from Haldia to Kolkata (about 1.5 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 Haldia
Suggested from Kolkata's top sights.

Travel Tips

National highway numbers 12, 16, and 19, and the Grand Trunk Road radiate from the city, providing links to most parts of the country.

Budget Estimate

road

80 km

1.5 hours

Approximately 80 km by road from Haldia to Kolkata, roughly 1.5 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).

train

80 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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Frequently Asked Questions

1. How far is Kolkata from Haldia?

About 80 km by road (estimated from straight-line distance).

2. Which airport is closest to Kolkata?

Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU), about 12 km away.

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