Rishikesh to Kolkata Distance
The road distance between Rishikesh and Kolkata is approximately 1500+ km, and the drive usually takes around 25 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 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.
Via Dehradun
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Rishikesh
Dehradun
Kolkata
Approx Travel Time
5h 10m
₹10,082
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Rishikesh
Dehradun
Kolkata
Approx Travel Time
5h 1m
₹13,548
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Via Bareilly
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Rishikesh
Bareilly
Kolkata
Approx Travel Time
1d 2h 48m
₹1,449
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Rishikesh
Bareilly
Kolkata
Approx Travel Time
1d 1h 14m
₹6,372
Onwards
Via Varanasi
Rishikesh
Varanasi
Kolkata
Approx Travel Time
1d 7h 35m
₹4,265
Onwards
Direct Options
Rishikesh
Kolkata
Approx Travel Time
1d 0h 41m
₹38,173
Onwards
Via Ghaziabad
Rishikesh
Ghaziabad
Kolkata
Approx Travel Time
8h 40m
₹7,904
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Rishikesh
Ghaziabad
Kolkata
Approx Travel Time
8h 50m
₹10,656
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Via Delhi
Rishikesh
Delhi
Kolkata
Approx Travel Time
9h 45m
₹7,904
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Rishikesh
Delhi
Kolkata
Approx Travel Time
9h 14m
₹10,429
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the distance between Rishikesh and Kolkata?
The distance between Rishikesh and Kolkata is approximately 1500+ km by road.
What is the straight-line (aerial) distance between Rishikesh and Kolkata?
The straight-line distance is approximately 1300+ km.
How long does it take to travel from Rishikesh to Kolkata by road?
It takes around 25 hours by road.
What is the distance from Rishikesh to Kolkata via Dehradun?
Via Dehradun, the distance is approximately 1350+ km, taking around 5 hours.
Does the distance from Rishikesh to Kolkata change by route?
Yes — the road distance varies from 1500+ km via the direct route to 1350+ km via Dehradun, depending on the path taken.
Does travel time between Rishikesh 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 Rishikesh and Kolkata?
The driving distance is 1500+ km, while the straight-line distance is shorter at 1300+ km, due to the road route following terrain and highways.
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