Delhi to Kolkata Transport — Part Load & Full Truck
About 1,531 km by road. Estimate part-load and full-truck charges, transit time and e-way-bill validity, then compare verified transporters.
Rates and times are estimates.
About the Delhi–Kolkata freight lane
The Delhi–Kolkata corridor follows the historic Grand Trunk Road route across Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and Jharkhand. It serves the densely populated Gangetic plain, so freight can be dropped at Kanpur, Lucknow (via the Agra–Lucknow Expressway), Varanasi or Patna on the way. Kolkata is also the onward gateway to the Northeast, so some loads continue via Siliguri.
Usual route: NH19 (the Grand Trunk Road corridor) via Agra, Kanpur, Prayagraj, Varanasi, Dhanbad and Asansol.
Things to plan for
- Winter fog across the plains can slow this lane considerably; add a buffer for December–January loads.
- If the final destination is in the Northeast, ask whether the load is transferred at Kolkata or moves through.
- Steel and engineering return loads out of the Jharkhand–Bengal belt can help FTL pricing.
Typical cargo Delhi → Kolkata
- • Garments
- • FMCG
- • Auto parts
- • Electricals
Typical cargo Kolkata → Delhi
- • Jute products
- • Tea
- • Steel and engineering goods
- • Leather goods
Delhi to Kolkata freight charges — estimates
Worked from typical market per-kg and per-km ranges for ~1,531 km. Not a quote.
Part load (shared truck)
| Consignment | Estimated charge |
|---|---|
| Per kg | ₹9 – ₹15 / kg |
| 100 kg | ₹900 – ₹1,500 |
| 500 kg | ₹4,500 – ₹7,500 |
| 1,000 kg | ₹9,000 – ₹15,000 |
Full truck load (dedicated truck)
| Truck | Estimated trip charge |
|---|---|
| 14–17 ft (up to ~3–4 T) | ₹61,000 – ₹1,07,000 |
| 19–20 ft (up to ~7–9 T) | ₹84,000 – ₹1,38,000 |
| 32 ft SXL / MXL (~7–18 T) | ₹1,07,000 – ₹1,83,500 |
Market estimates only. Final cost depends on exact pickup and drop points, goods type, weight vs volume, tolls, loading labour, waiting time, season and return-load availability. Always compare written quotes.
Paperwork for Delhi to Kolkata freight
- Tax invoice or delivery challan for the goods, issued by the consignor.
- E-way bill for consignments above ₹50,000, valid about 8 days for this distance (normal cargo).
- Lorry receipt (LR) / consignment note from the transporter, your proof of handover.
- Transit insurance for the declared value, recommended on longer lanes.
Delhi to Kolkata freight: FAQs
What is the road distance from Delhi to Kolkata?
Roughly 1,531 km by road, usually via NH19 (the Grand Trunk Road corridor) via Agra, Kanpur, Prayagraj, Varanasi, Dhanbad and Asansol. The exact distance depends on your pickup and drop addresses and the route the driver takes.
How much does part load cost from Delhi to Kolkata?
As a market estimate, around ₹9–₹15 per kg, billed on the greater of actual and volumetric weight, with a minimum charge per booking. For example, 500 kg would be roughly ₹4,500–₹7,500. Your quote depends on the goods, packing and pickup and drop access.
What is the full truck charge from Delhi to Kolkata?
As an estimate, a 32 ft truck works out to roughly ₹1,07,000–₹1,83,500 for the trip, and smaller trucks less. Tolls, loading labour, waiting time and return-load availability change the final price, so compare written quotes.
How long does a truck take from Delhi to Kolkata?
A dedicated truck usually takes about 4–5 days. Part load generally takes longer because the truck consolidates cargo and may transfer at a hub. Weather, festivals and checkpoints can add time.
How long is the e-way bill valid from Delhi to Kolkata?
For normal cargo, an e-way bill is valid for one day per 200 km or part of it, so about 8 days for roughly 1,531 km. Validity can be extended in specific situations. Over-dimensional cargo has a shorter per-day distance. Check the current GST rules when generating it.