Kolkata to Bongaigaon
The distance from Kolkata to Bongaigaon is about 609 km by road, roughly 12 hours (estimated). National Highway 31 connects Bongaigaon with the states Bihar, Jharkhand and West
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 Bongaigaon is about 609 km by road, roughly 12 hours (estimated). National Highway 31 connects Bongaigaon with the states Bihar, Jharkhand and West Bengal.
Route Map
By Car: Kolkata to Bongaigaon
609 km · ~12h 51m · About 12h 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.
155 km · 3h 5m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 305Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 455Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
155 km · 3h 5m drive from previous stop
Arrive in BongaigaonBongaigaon, Assam
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 Bongaigaon
609 km · ~13h 32m · 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 → Bongaigaon
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~609 km
~13h 32m|Tentative fare ₹670–₹1,760
- Arrive in Bongaigaon
Bongaigaon, Assam
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 Bongaigaon
Nearest railway stations: Howrah Jn for Kolkata, Bongaigaon for Bongaigaon.
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 Bongaigaon. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.
- Halisahar50 km from Kolkata
West Bengal
- Gobardanga60 km from Kolkata
West Bengal
- Santipur90 km from Kolkata
West Bengal
- Tura490 km from Kolkata
Meghalaya
- Dhubri540 km from Kolkata
Hotels in Bongaigaon
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Things to Do in Bongaigaon
Manas National Park
Vast wildlife sanctuary, home to protected species such as Bengal tigers, elephants & rhinos.
Buddhist Rock Cut Caves
The best-preserved relics of the architecture of the Buddhist period.
Jogighopa Cave Temples
The best-preserved relics of the architecture of the Salasthambha period are the remains of the five rock-cut caves at Jogighopa on the bank of the Brahmaputra in the…
Bagheswari Hill
It is in the middle of the city. From the highest point of the hill you can see a beautiful view of the whole city.
Bageshwari temple
It is a famous temple for religious in Western Assam.
Kakoijana Natural Park
It is 15 km away from Bongaigaon city towards the east, covering an area around 20 km².
Suggested Bongaigaon Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Bongaigaon
- Travel from Kolkata to Bongaigaon (about 12 hrs by road) and check in
- Visit Koya Kujiya Eco Park
Day 2Explore Bongaigaon
- Visit Bagheswari Hill
- Visit Kakoijana Natural Park
Day 3Last sights and departure
- Visit Bageshwari temple
- Head back to Kolkata
Travel Tips
Budget Estimate
road
609 km
12 hours
Approximately 609 km by road from Kolkata to Bongaigaon, roughly 12 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).
train
609 km
The nearest railway station to Bongaigaon is Bongaigaon railway station, about 0 km from the town centre.
Extend Your Trip
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Bongaigaon → Buxa Tiger Reserve
About 130 km by road
Bongaigaon → Cooch Behar
About 145 km by road
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Frequently Asked Questions
About 609 km by road (estimated from straight-line distance).
Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU), about 110 km away.
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