Traveling from the coastal retreat of Bakkhali to the national capital, Delhi, requires a transit through Kolkata. First, take a bus or private cab from Bakkhali to Howrah or Sealdah station. From Howrah, several premium trains like the Rajdhani Express connect directly to New Delhi. Alternatively, travel to Kolkata Airport for a flight to Indira Gandhi International Airport. The total distance is approximately 1550 km, making air travel the most time-efficient choice.
Total Distance: Driving distance 1550 km, straight-line air distance 1300 km.
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| Duration | 17 hours | 2 hours 15 mins |
| Avg Price | 1500 - 5000 INR | 5000 - 12000 INR |
| Operator | Howrah-New Delhi Rajdhani Express | Air India |
| Route | Howrah to New Delhi via Dhanbad and Kanpur. | Kolkata (CCU) to Delhi (DEL). |
| Tip | Rajdhani Express includes meals in the ticket fare. | Book mid-week flights for lower fares. |
October to March to avoid the extreme heat of the North Indian plains.