Gorakhpur to Kolkata Distance

The road distance between Gorakhpur and Kolkata is approximately 800+ km, and the drive usually takes around 17 hours by car or taxi, depending on traffic and road conditions. Travellers can also opt for bus services, which generally take 23 hours, while trains complete the journey in approximately 16 hours, subject to the chosen service and route. If you're travelling by air, Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport is located in Kolkata. Flights from Gorakhpur take around 2 hours. Flying is the fastest way to reach Kolkata, with a total travel time of approximately 2 hours. If you're planning a road trip, check weather and traffic updates before your journey, as monsoon showers or winter snowfall in hilly regions can increase travel time.