Ara to Bidhannagar
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Ara, Bihar to Bidhannagar, 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 Bidhannagar
656 km · ~13h 47m · About 13h 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.
178 km · 3h 34m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 328Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 478Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
178 km · 3h 34m drive from previous stop
Arrive in BidhannagarBidhannagar, 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 Bidhannagar
656 km · ~14h 35m · 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 → Bidhannagar
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~656 km
~14h 35m|Tentative fare ₹720–₹1,890
- Arrive in Bidhannagar
Bidhannagar, 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 Bidhannagar
Nearest railway stations: Ara for Ara, Howrah Jn for Bidhannagar.
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 Bidhannagar: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Ara to Bidhannagar is about 656 km by road, roughly 13.1 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 656 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Hatchback ₹7,320 · Sedan ₹8,630 · SUV ₹11,300 · Innova / MUV ₹12,660 · Tempo Traveller ₹14,730
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹720 · AC Seater ₹1,180 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹1,050 · AC Sleeper ₹1,510 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹1,890
- Train: Sleeper ₹420 · Economy ₹690 · Third AC ₹950 · Second AC ₹1,340 · First AC ₹1,870
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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