Rajgir to Kolkata Distance
The road distance between Rajgir and Kolkata is approximately 500+ km, and the drive usually takes around 10 hours by car or taxi, depending on traffic and road conditions. If you're travelling by air, Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport is located in Kolkata. Flying is the fastest way to reach Kolkata, 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
Rajgir
Kolkata
Approx Travel Time
9h 58m
₹9,919
Onwards
Via Gaya
FASTEST
Rajgir
Gaya
Kolkata
Approx Travel Time
2h 52m
₹4,317
Onwards
Rajgir
Gaya
Kolkata
Approx Travel Time
4h 32m
₹6,162
Onwards
Via Jhumri Telaiya
Rajgir
Jhumri Telaiya
Kolkata
Approx Travel Time
8h 6m
₹4,852
Onwards
Via Hazaribagh
Rajgir
Hazaribagh
Kolkata
Approx Travel Time
12h 33m
₹5,436
Onwards
Via Patna
CHEAPEST
Rajgir
Patna
Kolkata
Approx Travel Time
17h 30m
₹1,030
Onwards
Rajgir
Patna
Kolkata
Approx Travel Time
4h 12m
₹4,247
Onwards
Rajgir
Patna
Kolkata
Approx Travel Time
4h 48m
₹6,498
Onwards
Rajgir
Patna
Kolkata
Approx Travel Time
6h
₹4,332
Onwards
Via Bihar Sharif, Gaya
Rajgir
Bihar Sharif
Gaya
Kolkata
Approx Travel Time
4h 14m
₹4,462
Onwards
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the distance between Rajgir and Kolkata?
The distance between Rajgir and Kolkata is approximately 500+ km by road.
What is the straight-line (aerial) distance between Rajgir and Kolkata?
The straight-line distance is approximately 400+ km.
How long does it take to travel from Rajgir to Kolkata by road?
It takes around 10 hours by road.
What is the distance from Rajgir to Kolkata via Gaya?
Via Gaya, the distance is approximately 450+ km, taking around 3 hours.
Does the distance from Rajgir to Kolkata change by route?
Yes — the road distance varies from 500+ km via the direct route to 450+ km via Gaya, depending on the path taken.
Does travel time between Rajgir and Kolkata 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 Rajgir and Kolkata?
The driving distance is 500+ km, while the straight-line distance is shorter at 400+ km, due to the road route following terrain and highways.

