Mumbai, India → Kolkata, India · ✈ 2h 34min · 🚗 26h 54min
894 nautical miles · Time difference: +1h ahead · Direction: northeast
The distance from Mumbai to Kolkata is 1,655 km (1,028 miles). The fastest way to travel is by flight. A direct flight takes approximately 2h 34min.
The straight-line distance from Mumbai, India to Kolkata, India is approximately 1,655 kilometers (1,028 miles or 894 nautical miles). This measurement uses the Haversine formula, computing the great-circle distance — the shortest path between two points on Earth's surface.
Kolkata is located northeast of Mumbai. Mumbai is in Asia, in the West India region of India, while Kolkata is in Asia, in East India, India. Both cities are in Asia.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 1,655 km | ~2h 34min | Best option for speed |
| 🚗 Drive | ~2,152 km | ~26h 54min | Long journey, consider stops |
| 🚂 Regular Train | ~1,986 km | ~16h 33min | Scenic but slow |
Our recommendation: flight is typically the best way to travel from Mumbai to Kolkata. For 1,655 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
Based on an estimated road distance of 2,152 km, fuel costs for driving from Mumbai to Kolkata are approximately $172–$323 USD (at $0.08–$0.15 per km, depending on vehicle efficiency and local fuel prices). Additional costs may include tolls, parking, and accommodation for longer trips.
Mumbai sits at 19.0760°N, 72.8777°E, while Kolkata is located at 22.5726°N, 88.3639°E. The initial compass bearing from Mumbai to Kolkata is 74° (ENE), so a great-circle flight path leaves Mumbai heading roughly ENE. Because the Earth is curved, the actual heading shifts gradually along the route — pilots and navigation systems update it continuously instead of holding a single fixed compass bearing.
The latitude difference is 3.50° and the longitude difference is 15.49°. Each degree of latitude represents about 111 km, which is one reason cross-latitude routes feel longer even when the map looks similar to east–west journeys.
The geographic midpoint between Mumbai and Kolkata is approximately 20.9993°N, 80.5304°E. This is the great-circle halfway position — the spot where you would be exactly 828 km from each city. On long-haul flights this point usually falls over open ocean or remote terrain, which is why in-flight maps often look "empty" mid-route.
Kolkata is roughly 1 hour ahead of Mumbai. When it is 09:00 in Mumbai, it is approximately 10:00 in Kolkata. Daylight saving time can shift the offset by an hour during certain months, so confirm the exact difference for your specific travel dates.
Mumbai is a major city in India with a population of approximately 12,442,373. Located in the West India region, it is an important hub in Asia. As one of the largest cities in India, Mumbai is a major international gateway with extensive air connections and multiple airports.
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Kolkata is a notable city in India with a population of approximately 14,850,000. Situated in the East India region, it serves as a key destination in Asia. Kolkata is one of India's largest cities, offering major airport hubs, extensive public transport, and a wide range of accommodation options.
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1,655 km is a long-distance route that typically requires air travel. This is comparable to spanning a large continent. For context, London to Dubai is about 5,500 km.
The 1,655 km between Mumbai and Kolkata means a beam of light could travel this distance in approximately 5.5 milliseconds — but a flight still takes 2h 34min.
Combined, Mumbai and Kolkata have a population of over 27,292,373 people, making this a major urban corridor.
The straight-line distance from Mumbai to Kolkata is approximately 1,655 kilometers (1,028 miles, 894 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 2h 34min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 26h 54min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
Kolkata is approximately +1h ahead compared to Mumbai.
The estimated road distance is approximately 2,152 km, which is about 30% longer than the 1,655 km straight-line distance.
📍 Data: Coordinates from OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances calculated using the Haversine formula. Travel times are estimates only. Last verified: April 21, 2026.