Kolkata is well-equipped with various transport hubs, including Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) for air travel, and major railway stations like Howrah Junction and Sealdah Station for train connections.
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) serves Kolkata, offering both domestic and international flights. Flight costs can vary, with domestic one-way fares from Delhi starting around ₹3,680-₹4,234. International one-way flights might start from $56-$332.
Taxis are readily available, with a ride to the city center taking approximately 30 minutes and costing around ₹350-₹440 (€4-€7). Public buses, such as routes VS1 and VS2 operated by WBSTC, connect the airport to various parts of the city like Esplanade and Howrah, with fares around ₹100 (€1) and travel times of 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 20 minutes. The Kolkata Metro Line 6 also connects the airport to New Garia, with fares ranging from ₹20-₹30.
Kolkata is extensively connected by rail through Howrah Junction and Sealdah Station. Train journeys from New Delhi to Kolkata can range from approximately 17 hours 5 minutes to over 27 hours, with ticket prices varying from ₹650 to ₹4,075 depending on the class.
An extensive bus network, primarily run by the West Bengal Transport Corporation (WBTC), connects Kolkata to various cities within West Bengal and neighboring states. Major bus termini include Esplanade, Babughat, and Howrah Bus Terminus. For example, a bus from Durgapur to Kolkata can cost around ₹135 and take approximately 3 hours 18 minutes.
Car rental services are available from Kolkata Airport.
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