Kolkata to Kanpur Distance
The road distance between Kolkata and Kanpur is approximately 1000+ km, and the drive usually takes around 19 hours by car or taxi, depending on traffic and road conditions. Trains complete the journey in approximately 13 hours, subject to the chosen service and route. If you're travelling by air, Kanpur Airport is located in Kanpur. Flying is the fastest way to reach Kanpur, with a total travel time of approximately 5 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.

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RECOMMENDED
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Kolkata
Kanpur
Approx Travel Time
12h 25m
₹505
Onwards
Kolkata
Kanpur
Approx Travel Time
18h 34m
₹17,857
Onwards
Via Lucknow
FASTEST
Kolkata
Lucknow
Kanpur
Approx Travel Time
4h 25m
₹8,396
Onwards
Kolkata
Lucknow
Kanpur
Approx Travel Time
5h 29m
₹9,912
Onwards
Via Durgapur
Kolkata
Durgapur
Kanpur
Approx Travel Time
16h 40m
₹570
Onwards
Via Delhi
Kolkata
Delhi
Kanpur
Approx Travel Time
8h 30m
₹13,609
Onwards
Via Durgapur, Prayagraj(Allahabad)
Kolkata
Durgapur
Prayagraj(Allahabad)
Kanpur
Approx Travel Time
15h 32m
₹3,457
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Via Howrah, Aurangabad, Bihar
Kolkata
Howrah
Aurangabad, Bihar
Kanpur
Approx Travel Time
22h 42m
₹3,588
Onwards
Via Durgapur, Varanasi
Kolkata
Durgapur
Varanasi
Kanpur
Approx Travel Time
21h 6m
₹8,788
Onwards
Via Varanasi
Kolkata
Varanasi
Kanpur
Approx Travel Time
6h 41m
₹6,794
Onwards
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the distance between Kolkata and Kanpur?
The distance between Kolkata and Kanpur is approximately 1000+ km by road.
What is the straight-line (aerial) distance between Kolkata and Kanpur?
The straight-line distance is approximately 900+ km.
How long does it take to travel from Kolkata to Kanpur by road?
It takes around 19 hours by road.
What is the distance from Kolkata to Kanpur via Lucknow?
Via Lucknow, the distance is approximately 950+ km, taking around 5 hours.
Is there a train from Kolkata to Kanpur?
Yes, trains run between Kolkata and Kanpur, covering approximately 1000+ km in around 13 hours.
Does the distance from Kolkata to Kanpur change by route?
Yes — the road distance varies from 1000+ km via the direct route to 950+ km via Lucknow, depending on the path taken.
Does travel time between Kolkata and Kanpur vary by season?
Yes, travel time can increase during monsoon or winter due to road conditions in hilly or mountainous stretches.
What is the driving distance vs. straight-line distance between Kolkata and Kanpur?
The driving distance is 1000+ km, while the straight-line distance is shorter at 900+ km, due to the road route following terrain and highways.

