Bankura to Asansol
The distance from Bankura to Asansol is about 63 km by road, roughly 1.5 hours (estimated). Asansol is on the historic Grand Trunk Road. Durgapur Expressway (NH 19) is another
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
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.
Overview
The distance from Bankura to Asansol is about 63 km by road, roughly 1.5 hours (estimated). Asansol is on the historic Grand Trunk Road. Durgapur Expressway (NH 19) is another option from Kolkata.
Route Map
By Car: Bankura to Asansol
63 km · ~1h 16m · About 1h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Bankura
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
63 km · 1h 16m drive from previous stop
Arrive in AsansolAsansol, 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: Bankura to Asansol
63 km · ~1h 24m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Bankura
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Bankura. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Bankura → Asansol
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~63 km
~1h 24m|Tentative fare ₹70–₹230
- Arrive in Asansol
Asansol, 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: Bankura to Asansol
Nearest railway stations: Bankura for Bankura, Asansol Jn for Asansol.
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.
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Things to Do in Asansol
Manoj Talkies
You can watch all newly released movies here. Good cinema hall; one of the biggest with a seating capacity of almost 1800.
Nehru Park
A beautiful park on the banks of the Damodar River. A cast iron statue of Nehru, casted by IISCO, is in the park.
Panifala
A picnic spot with a lake for boating and beautiful garden of flowers.
Rabindra Bhawan
Rabindra Bhawan is worth a visit while in Asansol.
Satabdi Park
There are facilities for paddle boating and a few rides for children. Nice place to spend the evening.
Bishnu Temple
This stone temple is built over a platform with a Bengal hut-shaped roof and arched entrance. The temple dates to about the 14th century CE.
Suggested Asansol Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Asansol
- Travel from Bankura to Asansol (about 1.5 hrs by road) and check in
- Visit IISCO Steel Plant
Day 2Last sights and departure
- Visit Bishnu Temple
- Head back to Bankura
Travel Tips
Budget Estimate
road
63 km
1.5 hours
Approximately 63 km by road from Bankura to Asansol, roughly 1.5 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).
train
63 km
The nearest railway station to Asansol is Asansol East railway station, about 1 km from the town centre.
Extend Your Trip
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Asansol → Santiniketan
About 90 km by road
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Frequently Asked Questions
About 63 km by road (estimated from straight-line distance).
Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport (RDP), about 27 km away.
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