How to reach Tadoba · from Kolkata
Kolkata to Tadoba: How to Get There
The short answer
Tadoba is about 1,150–1,250 km from Kolkata by road (20+ hours). The best way: Fly to Nagpur, then drive. The nearest airport is Nagpur and the nearest railhead is Chandrapur. Best gate to aim for from Kolkata: Kolara or Navegaon.
- Road distance
- 1,150–1,250 km
- Drive time
- 20+ hours
- Best way
- Fly to Nagpur, then drive
- Nearest airport
- Nagpur (NAG)
- Nearest railhead
- Chandrapur
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Kolkata to Tadoba at a glance
Kolkata's wildlife travellers often know the Sundarbans well. Tadoba gives them something completely different: dry deciduous forest and some of India's most visible tigers.
| Option | Time | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Flight to Nagpur + drive | Flight time + 2–3.5 hrs by road | Short trips, families, anyone short on time |
| Train + drive | Overnight to Nagpur or Chandrapur, + 1–3 hrs | Budget travel, slow travel, saving a hotel night |
| Drive all the way | 20+ hours (1,150–1,250 km) | Road-trippers, groups with luggage and camera gear |
By air
Direct Kolkata–Nagpur flights take about 1 hour 45 minutes. From Nagpur airport it is about 110 km (2–2.5 hours) to Kolara or Navegaon, and about 140–150 km (3–3.5 hours) to Moharli.
By train
Nagpur is on the Howrah–Mumbai main line, with several daily trains from Howrah taking roughly 16–19 hours. From Nagpur, continue by road.
By road
The road route via Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh and Raipur is well over 1,100 km and takes two days. Only consider it as part of a central India road trip.
Which Tadoba gate to aim for from Kolkata
Our suggestion: Kolara or Navegaon. Tadoba's gates can be 1.5–3 hours apart, so pick the gate before you pick the resort.
| Gate | From Nagpur | Drive time |
|---|---|---|
| Kolara | ~110 km | 2–2.5 hrs |
| Navegaon | ~115 km | ~2.5 hrs |
| Khutwanda | ~135 km | ~3 hrs |
| Moharli | ~140–150 km | 3–3.5 hrs |
| Zari / Pangdi | ~170 km | 3.5–4 hrs |
See the best resorts near each gate and which zone is strongest for tigers this season.
A simple plan from Kolkata
Flight Kolkata → Nagpur
Transfer to a Kolara-side resort (about 2–2.5 hours)
Three nights, five to six safaris
Option to add Pench or Kanha
Local tip: Overnight trains from Howrah arrive in Nagpur in the morning, a relaxed, budget-friendly alternative to flying.
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Frequently asked questions
How far is Tadoba from Kolkata?
About 1,150–1,250 km by road. Most travellers fly Kolkata to Nagpur (about 1 hour 45 minutes) or take an overnight train to Nagpur, then drive to the gate.
Which railway station is nearest to Tadoba for trains from Kolkata?
Nagpur Junction is the practical choice from Kolkata, as Howrah–Mumbai trains run through it. Chandrapur is closer to the reserve, but it isn't on the Kolkata line.
Which is the nearest airport to Tadoba?
Nagpur (Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport). It's about 110 km from Kolara gate and 140–150 km from Moharli gate.
Which is the nearest railway station to Tadoba?
Chandrapur, about 30–45 km from Moharli gate. Ballarshah and Warora are also close, and Nagpur Junction has the most trains overall.
How many days do I need for a Tadoba trip from Kolkata?
Two nights with four safaris is the practical minimum once you've arrived. Add travel days on either side if you're driving a long distance.
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