Kolkata to Begusarai
The distance from Kolkata to Begusarai is about 487 km by road, roughly 9.5 hours (estimated).
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 Kolkata to Begusarai is about 487 km by road, roughly 9.5 hours (estimated).
Route Map
By Car: Kolkata to Begusarai
487 km · ~10h 24m · About 10h of driving split over 2 days, plus stops.
- Start from Kolkata
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.
94 km · 1h 52m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 244Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 394Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
94 km · 1h 52m drive from previous stop
Arrive in BegusaraiBegusarai, Bihar
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: Kolkata to Begusarai
487 km · ~10h 49m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Kolkata
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Kolkata. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Kolkata → Begusarai
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~487 km
~10h 49m|Tentative fare ₹540–₹1,410
- Arrive in Begusarai
Begusarai, Bihar
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Kolkata to Begusarai
Nearest railway stations: Howrah Jn for Kolkata, Begu Sarai for Begusarai.
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 Kolkata to Begusarai. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.
- Bardhaman115 km from Kolkata
West Bengal
- Santiniketan185 km from Kolkata
West Bengal
- Durgapur195 km from Kolkata
West Bengal
- Dumka285 km from Kolkata
Jharkhand
- Deoghar350 km from Kolkata
Jharkhand
Hotels in Begusarai
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Begusarai
Things to Do in Begusarai
Kanwar Lake Bird Sanctuary
Contains rare and endangered migratory birds and has a large oxbow lake.
Visit Naulakha Mandir
The Naulakha Mandir is a Hindu shrine located in Begusarai district of Bihar. It is primarily dedicated to Hindu deity Rama and his consort Sita.
Budget Estimate
road
487 km
9.5 hours
Approximately 487 km by road from Kolkata to Begusarai, roughly 9.5 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).
train
487 km
The nearest railway station to Begusarai is Begusarai railway station, about 1 km from the town centre.
Extend Your Trip
Add a nearby place to your Begusarai trip and see the full Kolkata → Begusarai → next stop route.
Begusarai → Darbhanga
About 110 km by road
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Frequently Asked Questions
About 487 km by road (estimated from straight-line distance).
Darbhanga Airport (DBR), about 89 km away.
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