Balasore to Dankuni
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Balasore, Odisha to Dankuni, 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: Balasore to Dankuni
251 km · ~5h 21m · About 5h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Balasore
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near TamlukAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
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: Balasore to Dankuni
251 km · ~5h 35m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Balasore
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Balasore. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Balasore → Dankuni
AC Seater / Volvo · ~251 km
~5h 35m|Tentative fare ₹280–₹750
Usual tea / meal halts: Tamluk (~170 km)
- Arrive in Dankuni
Dankuni, 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: Balasore to Dankuni
Nearest railway stations: Balasore for Balasore, Dankuni for Dankuni.
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
Balasore to Dankuni: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Balasore to Dankuni is about 251 km by road, roughly 5 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 251 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Hatchback ₹2,860 · Sedan ₹3,360 · SUV ₹4,420 · Innova / MUV ₹4,970 · Tempo Traveller ₹5,820
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹280 · AC Seater ₹450 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹400 · AC Sleeper ₹580 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹750
- Train: Sleeper ₹180 · Economy ₹280 · Third AC ₹380 · Second AC ₹530 · First AC ₹730
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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