Travel & How to Reach
Vikramshila Complex, Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, Kharagpur – 721302, West Bengal, India
By Rail
Kharagpur is one of the most prominent railway junctions in India and is exceptionally well-connected to major metros and cities across the country.
Kharagpur Junction (KGP)
Located approximately 5 km from the IIT Kharagpur Campus. Auto-rickshaws, taxis, and local transport options are readily available outside the station to take you directly to the Vikramshila Complex.
Hijli Railway Station (HIJ)
Situated right adjacent to the IIT Kharagpur Campus (approx. 2.5 km from the venue). Select long-distance express trains halt here.
Kharagpur Station to IIT Kharagpur in Cab/Taxi
By Air
The nearest airport is Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU), Kolkata.
Via Howrah Railway Station
Take a taxi/cab from the airport to Howrah Railway Station (approx. 45–60 mins). Frequent local and express trains run from Howrah to Kharagpur Junction (approx. 2 to 2.5 hours travel time).
Direct Taxi / Cab
Pre-paid and rental taxis are available directly from Kolkata Airport to the IIT Kharagpur campus (approx. 2.5 to 3.5 hours via NH16).
Airport to IIT Kharagpur in Cab/Taxi