About Sundarbans
The world's largest mangrove delta. A UNESCO biosphere of 10,000 sq km shared with Bangladesh. Home to the last wild swimming tigers, saltwater crocodiles and over 250 bird species.
Best Time to Visit
November to February
Winter brings clear visibility, low tides that reveal tiger tracks on the mudflats, and thousands of migratory birds from Siberia. Summer is humid and mosquito-heavy.
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Travel Tips
- Only certified forest-department boats are allowed into tiger zones
- Stay at Sajnekhali or Dayapur for the 3-day core-area loop
- Carry binoculars — tiger sightings are rare but egrets and kingfishers are constant
How to Reach Sundarbans
Sundarbans is located in West Bengal, India at coordinates 21.9497°N, 88.9101°E. You can reach Sundarbans by air (nearest airport in West Bengal), train, or road. Use YatraJunction's free fare calculator to compare live train, bus and flight prices, and to build an AI-powered itinerary tailored to your budget and travel dates.
How to reach Sundarbans from major cities
Sundarbans from Kolkata
~112 km by road- Train (Sleeper Class) ₹110 · 2h 42m
- State Bus (Deluxe) ₹225 · 2h 38m
- Train (3AC) ₹400 · 2h 32m
- Outstation Cab (Sedan) ₹1,750 · 2h 17m
Cheapest: Train (Sleeper Class) (₹110) · Fastest: Outstation Cab (Sedan) (2h 17m).
Sundarbans from Lucknow
~1216 km by road- Train (3AC) ₹1,755 · 20h 12m
- Train (2AC) ₹2,545 · 20h 12m
- Volvo AC Bus ₹3,240 · 22h 30m
- Flight (Economy) ₹6,575 · 4h 16m
Cheapest: Train (3AC) (₹1,755) · Fastest: Flight (Economy) (4h 16m).
Sundarbans from Hyderabad
~1504 km by road- Train (3AC) ₹2,130 · 24h 49m
- Train (2AC) ₹3,085 · 24h 49m
- Volvo AC Bus ₹3,990 · 27h 45m
- Flight (Economy) ₹7,615 · 4h 41m
Cheapest: Train (3AC) (₹2,130) · Fastest: Flight (Economy) (4h 41m).
Sundarbans from Chennai
~1681 km by road- Train (3AC) ₹2,360 · 27h 39m
- Train (2AC) ₹3,415 · 27h 39m
- Volvo AC Bus ₹4,450 · 30h 58m
- Flight (Economy) ₹8,255 · 4h 57m
Cheapest: Train (3AC) (₹2,360) · Fastest: Flight (Economy) (4h 57m).
Sundarbans from Delhi
~1736 km by road- Train (3AC) ₹2,430 · 28h 32m
- Train (2AC) ₹3,520 · 28h 32m
- Volvo AC Bus ₹4,595 · 31h 58m
- Flight (Economy) ₹8,450 · 5h 2m
Cheapest: Train (3AC) (₹2,430) · Fastest: Flight (Economy) (5h 2m).
Sundarbans from Jaipur
~1797 km by road- Train (3AC) ₹2,510 · 29h 30m
- Train (2AC) ₹3,635 · 29h 30m
- Flight (Economy) ₹8,670 · 5h 7m
Cheapest: Train (3AC) (₹2,510) · Fastest: Flight (Economy) (5h 7m).
Fares are indicative estimates based on distance — verify with the operator before booking.
Planning Your Visit to Sundarbans
Sundarbans lies in West Bengal, India, and ranks among the state’s most-visited wild life destinations. The nearest major city and transport gateway is Kolkata, roughly 89 km away — most travellers route through Kolkata by air or rail before continuing on to Sundarbans. Time your trip for November to February for the most comfortable weather.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the best time to visit Sundarbans?
- The best time to visit Sundarbans is November to February. Winter brings clear visibility, low tides that reveal tiger tracks on the mudflats, and thousands of migratory birds from Siberia. Summer is humid and mosquito-heavy.
- What are the top travel tips for Sundarbans?
- Only certified forest-department boats are allowed into tiger zones. Stay at Sajnekhali or Dayapur for the 3-day core-area loop. Carry binoculars — tiger sightings are rare but egrets and kingfishers are constant.
- Where is Sundarbans located?
- Sundarbans is in West Bengal, India, at 21.9497° N, 88.9101° E. The nearest major city and transport hub is Kolkata, about 89 km away.
- What are the best places to visit near Sundarbans?
- Top attractions near Sundarbans include Kalighat (about 86 km away), Victoria Memorial (about 88 km away), Shrinkhala Devi (Pandua) (about 121 km away) — all easy to combine on a West Bengal trip.
- How to reach Sundarbans from Kolkata?
- Sundarbans is about 112 km from Kolkata. Options include Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹110, 2h 42m), State Bus (Deluxe) (~₹225, 2h 38m), Train (3AC) (~₹400, 2h 32m). The cheapest is usually Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹110) and the fastest is Outstation Cab (Sedan) (2h 17m). Fares are indicative — verify with the operator before booking.
- How to reach Sundarbans from Lucknow?
- Sundarbans is about 1216 km from Lucknow. Options include Train (3AC) (~₹1,755, 20h 12m), Train (2AC) (~₹2,545, 20h 12m), Volvo AC Bus (~₹3,240, 22h 30m). The cheapest is usually Train (3AC) (~₹1,755) and the fastest is Flight (Economy) (4h 16m). Fares are indicative — verify with the operator before booking.
- How to reach Sundarbans from Hyderabad?
- Sundarbans is about 1504 km from Hyderabad. Options include Train (3AC) (~₹2,130, 24h 49m), Train (2AC) (~₹3,085, 24h 49m), Volvo AC Bus (~₹3,990, 27h 45m). The cheapest is usually Train (3AC) (~₹2,130) and the fastest is Flight (Economy) (4h 41m). Fares are indicative — verify with the operator before booking.
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