There are 4 ways to get from Katihar to Bagdogra Airport (IXB) by train, taxi or car
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Recommended option
Train via New Jalpaiguri
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Take the train from Katihar Jn to New Jalpaiguri
Cheapest option
Train
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Take the train from Katihar Jn to Baghdogra
2 alternative options
Taxi
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Take a taxi from Katihar to Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
Drive
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Drive from Katihar to Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Katihar to Bagdogra Airport (IXB) is to train which costs ₹150 - ₹850 and takes 4h 51m.
The quickest way to get from Katihar to Bagdogra Airport (IXB) is to taxi which costs ₹1,900 - ₹2,400 and takes 2h 39m.
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Katihar Jn and arriving at Baghdogra. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 51m.
The distance between Katihar and Bagdogra Airport (IXB) is 148 km. The road distance is 184.3 km.
The best way to get from Katihar to Bagdogra Airport (IXB) without a car is to train via New Jalpaiguri which takes 3h 3m and costs ₹470 - ₹1,200.
It takes approximately 3h 3m to get from Katihar to Bagdogra Airport (IXB), including transfers.
Katihar to Bagdogra Airport (IXB) train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Katihar Jn station.
Katihar to Bagdogra Airport (IXB) train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Baghdogra station.
Yes, the driving distance between Katihar to Bagdogra Airport (IXB) is 184 km. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Katihar to Bagdogra Airport (IXB).
There are 21+ hotels available in Bagdogra Airport (IXB). Prices start at ₹7,500 per night.

- Distance: 148.1 km
- Duration: 3h 3m
What companies run services between Katihar, India and Bagdogra Airport (IXB), India?
Indian Railways operates a train from Katihar Jn to New Jalpaiguri every 3 hours. Tickets cost ₹150 - ₹850 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

India’s national rail operator runs passenger and freight trains on both long-distance and suburban routes across the country, from slower multi-stop to faster and more comfortable services. It’s a practical and affordable way to explore the country. Advance ticket bookings usually open 120 days before the date of the journey for Indian nationals; 365 days for international travellers. You’ll be allocated a seat or berth when you book and choose your class of travel.
Contact Details
- Website
- indianrail.gov.in
Train from Katihar Jn to New Jalpaiguri
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 45m
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- ₹150 - ₹850
- Website
- irctc.co.in
- Book at
- 12go.asia
- Sleeper Class
- ₹150 - ₹190
- Third AC (3A)
- ₹470 - ₹600
- Second AC (2A)
- ₹650 - ₹850
Train from Katihar Jn to Baghdogra
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 51m
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- ₹150 - ₹850
- Website
- irctc.co.in
- Book at
- 12go.asia
- Sleeper Class
- ₹150 - ₹200
- Third AC (3A)
- ₹480 - ₹600
- Second AC (2A)
- ₹650 - ₹850
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 39m
- Estimated price
- ₹1,900 - ₹2,400
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