Some comparisons are close. This one isn't. Kolkata to Bangalore by train takes 36+ hours. The flight takes 2.5 hours. Unless you love long train journeys, fly.
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Verdict
- ✈️ Fly — always. 33 hours saved is worth the extra ₹3,000-₹4,000
- 🚂 Train only if: You genuinely enjoy 36-hour train journeys across India
- 💡 Book early: Fares drop to ₹3,500 with 3-week advance booking
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