Visakhapatnam to Kolkata

Visakhapatnam to Kolkata

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Visakhapatnam to Kolkata Schedule

Visakhapatnam to Kolkata Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
TravelODesk India Comfort 3pax Any time₹ 30,935
Indian Railways 2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper 03:40 - 17:40₹ 2,180
Indian Railways 3E - AC 3-Tier Economy Sleeper 04:55 - 19:55₹ 1,535
IndiGo Economy 07:30 - 14:50₹ 7,958
Indian Railways SL - Sleeper Class 08:45 - 23:25₹ 743
Naveen Tours and Travels AC Seater 11:00 - 06:00₹ 1,733
Air India Economy 13:40 - 22:25₹ 10,447
Indian Railways 2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper 15:25 - 06:05₹ 2,165
IndiGo Economy 18:30 - 05:05₹ 10,670
Naveen Tours and Travels AC Seater 21:00 - 17:00₹ 2,079
IndiGo Economy 23:05 - 05:05₹ 8,613

Transportation from Visakhapatnam to Kolkata

Facts about the transport from Visakhapatnam to Kolkata

Cheapest Transport$9
Fastest Transport1h 30m
Earliest Departure3:10 AM
Latest Departure9:30 PM
Departures per day5
Distance894 kilometers
Transport CompaniesIndian Railways, IndiGo, Naveen Tours and Travels, TravelODesk India

How to get from Visakhapatnam to Kolkata

Travelling between Visakhapatnam and Kolkata is possible by Flight, bus, train and taxi. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 474.50 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 8.90.

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

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 21 hours to travel between Visakhapatnam and Kolkata depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Visakhapatnam and Kolkata. Flight will bring you to your destination in 1h 30m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 20h 30m to reach Kolkata.

How much does it cost to get from Visakhapatnam to Kolkata?

Travelling between Visakhapatnam and Kolkata can be as cheap as USD 8.90 if you opt for a Indian Railways train and as expensive as USD 474.50 if you buy a TravelODesk India taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Visakhapatnam and Kolkata ?

  • 3 from Visakhapatnam to Kolkata starting from 03:10 Visakhapatnam until 03:10 Visakhapatnam
  • 2 from Visakhapatnam to Kolkata starting from 00:00 Visakhapatnam Hotel Transfer until 00:00 Visakhapatnam Hotel Transfer

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Visakhapatnam to Kolkata.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Flights

Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Visakhapatnam to Kolkata, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 96.54.

Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.

If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.

In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.

Airlines flying between Visakhapatnam and Kolkata

IndiGo

Bus

Travelling from Visakhapatnam to Kolkata overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Visakhapatnam and Kolkata

Naveen Tours and Travels

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Visakhapatnam and Kolkata

TravelODesk India

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Visakhapatnam to Kolkata?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 100% took a train