Akola to South Dum Dum
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Akola, Maharashtra to South Dum Dum, West Bengal.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Akola to South Dum Dum
1555 km · ~33h 46m · About 31h of driving split over 4 days, plus stops.
- Start from Akola
Leave early (5–6 AM) and avoid driving on highways after dark.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 150Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 300Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
89 km · 1h 47m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 389Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 539Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 689Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
89 km · 1h 47m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 778Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 928Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1078Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
89 km · 1h 47m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 1166Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1316Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1466Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
89 km · 1h 47m drive from previous stop
Arrive in South Dum DumSouth Dum Dum, West Bengal
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Akola to South Dum Dum
1555 km · ~34h 34m · 2 bus rides with 1 change. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.
- Board at Akola
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Akola. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Akola → change point 1
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~778 km
~17h 17m|Tentative fare ₹860–₹2,230
- Change buses at a major city (around km 778)
Get down at the bus stand of a large city on the highway and take the next bus towards South Dum Dum. If your connection is not until the next day, stay the night there.
- change point 1 → South Dum Dum
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~778 km
~17h 17m|Tentative fare ₹860–₹2,230
- Arrive in South Dum Dum
South Dum Dum, West Bengal
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Akola to South Dum Dum
Nearest railway stations: Akola Jn for Akola, Howrah Jn for South Dum Dum.
Direct trains
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
Transport Options
Akola to South Dum Dum: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Akola to South Dum Dum is about 1555 km by road, roughly 31.1 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 1555 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Hatchback ₹17,210 · Sedan ₹20,320 · SUV ₹26,590 · Innova / MUV ₹29,750 · Tempo Traveller ₹34,510
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹1,710 · AC Seater ₹2,800 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹2,490 · AC Sleeper ₹3,580 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹4,400
- Train: Sleeper ₹960 · Economy ₹1,590 · Third AC ₹2,210 · Second AC ₹3,140 · First AC ₹4,380
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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