Kolkata to Rajgir Distance
The road distance between Kolkata and Rajgir is approximately 450+ km, and the drive usually takes around 10 hours by car or taxi, depending on traffic and road conditions. Flying is the fastest way to reach Rajgir, with a total travel time of approximately 3 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.

Direct Options
RECOMMENDED
Kolkata
Rajgir
Approx Travel Time
9h 56m
₹8,989
Onwards
Via Gaya
CHEAPEST
Kolkata
Gaya
Rajgir
Approx Travel Time
6h 57m
₹420
Onwards
FASTEST
Kolkata
Gaya
Rajgir
Approx Travel Time
2h 50m
₹4,317
Onwards
Kolkata
Gaya
Rajgir
Approx Travel Time
7h 51m
₹2,327
Onwards
Via Patna
Kolkata
Patna
Rajgir
Approx Travel Time
16h 56m
₹1,079
Onwards
Kolkata
Patna
Rajgir
Approx Travel Time
4h 31m
₹4,517
Onwards
Kolkata
Patna
Rajgir
Approx Travel Time
6h 16m
₹4,602
Onwards
Via Nawada
Kolkata
Nawada
Rajgir
Approx Travel Time
11h 42m
₹4,822
Onwards
Via Jhumri Telaiya
Kolkata
Jhumri Telaiya
Rajgir
Approx Travel Time
8h 20m
On Demand
Kolkata
Jhumri Telaiya
Rajgir
Approx Travel Time
7h 24m
₹3,797
Onwards
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the distance between Kolkata and Rajgir?
The distance between Kolkata and Rajgir is approximately 450+ km by road.
What is the straight-line (aerial) distance between Kolkata and Rajgir?
The straight-line distance is approximately 400+ km.
How long does it take to travel from Kolkata to Rajgir by road?
It takes around 10 hours by road.
What is the distance from Kolkata to Rajgir via Gaya?
Via Gaya, the distance is approximately 500+ km, taking around 7 hours.
Does the distance from Kolkata to Rajgir change by route?
Yes — the road distance varies from 450+ km via the direct route to 500+ km via Gaya, depending on the path taken.
Does travel time between Kolkata and Rajgir 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 Rajgir?
The driving distance is 450+ km, while the straight-line distance is shorter at 400+ km, due to the road route following terrain and highways.

