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Train

Udyanbandh to Kolkata

Updated: 28 May 2026

The journey from Udyanbandh to Kolkata is approximately 700 kilometers. The most convenient way is to take a train from a major nearby station like Jharsuguda or Bhubaneswar. Kolkata is a major metropolitan city with excellent connectivity. The journey takes about 16 to 18 hours.

Total Distance: 700 km driving distance, 550 km straight-line air distance.

Fastest Way

Train from Jharsuguda to Howrah.

Cheapest Way

Sleeper class train ticket.

Compare Udyanbandh to Kolkata Routes

Train

Connecting

Duration

16 hours

Avg Price

800-2500 INR

Operator

Indian Railways

Route

Udyanbandh to Jharsuguda, then train to Howrah/Sealdah.

Book your train tickets well in advance.

Travel Tips

Metro
Use the Kolkata Metro for fast city travel.
Food
Try the local street food like Kathi rolls.
Transport
Yellow taxis are iconic and easily available.
Booking
Book hotels in the central area for convenience.
Language
Bengali is the local language, but Hindi and English are widely understood.

Safety Tips

Crowd
Be careful in crowded areas like Howrah station.
Scams
Avoid touts at the railway station.
Emergency
Keep the local police contact number saved.
Night Travel
Use official taxis at night.