Ara to Ambika Kalna
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Ara, Bihar to Ambika Kalna, 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: Ara to Ambika Kalna
592 km · ~12h 30m · About 12h of driving split over 2 days, plus stops.
- Start from Ara
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.
146 km · 2h 55m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 296Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 446Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
146 km · 2h 55m drive from previous stop
Arrive in Ambika KalnaAmbika Kalna, 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: Ara to Ambika Kalna
592 km · ~13h 9m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Ara
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Ara. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Ara → Ambika Kalna
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~592 km
~13h 9m|Tentative fare ₹650–₹1,710
- Arrive in Ambika Kalna
Ambika Kalna, 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: Ara to Ambika Kalna
Nearest railway stations: Ara for Ara, Ambika Kalna for Ambika Kalna.
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
Ara to Ambika Kalna: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Ara to Ambika Kalna is about 592 km by road, roughly 11.8 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 592 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Hatchback ₹6,610 · Sedan ₹7,800 · SUV ₹10,210 · Innova / MUV ₹11,450 · Tempo Traveller ₹13,320
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹650 · AC Seater ₹1,070 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹950 · AC Sleeper ₹1,360 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹1,710
- Train: Sleeper ₹390 · Economy ₹620 · Third AC ₹860 · Second AC ₹1,210 · First AC ₹1,690
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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