How to reach Vellore from Kolkata?

Take a direct train from Howrah or a flight to Chennai then train/taxi.

Yes, it is a very safe and tourist-friendly city.

Are there direct flights?

Vellore does not have a major airport, Chennai is the nearest.

Comfortable clothes, walking shoes, and a camera.

Vellore

Train

Hindmotor to Vellore

Updated: 28 May 2026

The journey from Hindmotor to Vellore covers approximately 1700 km. You can take a train from Howrah to Vellore, which takes about 28 to 32 hours. Vellore is known as the Fort City and is famous for the Vellore Fort and the Golden Temple. The city is a major educational and medical hub in Tamil Nadu.

Total Distance: 1700 km by road, 1500 km straight-line air distance.

Fastest Way

Flight from Kolkata to Chennai, then a 2-hour taxi or train ride to Vellore.

Cheapest Way

Sleeper class train ticket costing approximately 1000 INR.

Compare Hindmotor to Vellore Routes

Train

Direct

Duration

30 hours

Avg Price

1000 - 3500 INR

Operator

Coromandel Express

Route

Howrah Junction to Katpadi Junction (Vellore).

Book your tickets well in advance as this is a long-distance train.

Travel Tips

Train Booking
Book your train tickets well in advance.
Clothing
Carry light cotton clothes for summer and warm layers for winter.
Local Transport
Use auto-rickshaws to navigate the city.
Food
Try the local Tamil cuisine, especially 'Idli' and 'Dosa'.
Weather
Carry a hat and sunscreen if visiting during the day.

Safety Tips

General Safety
Vellore is generally safe, but be cautious of pickpockets in crowded areas.
Emergency
Keep the contact details of your hotel and local emergency services handy.
Health
Drink only bottled water to avoid stomach issues.
Travel Documents
Keep a digital copy of your ID proof on your phone.