Bardhaman to Balasore
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Bardhaman, West Bengal to Balasore, Odisha.
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: Bardhaman to Balasore
281 km · ~5h 57m · About 6h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Bardhaman
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near KharagpurAbout 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: Bardhaman to Balasore
281 km · ~6h 15m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Bardhaman
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Bardhaman. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Bardhaman → Balasore
AC Seater / Volvo · ~281 km
~6h 15m|Tentative fare ₹310–₹840
Usual tea / meal halts: Keshiary (~170 km)
- Arrive in Balasore
Balasore, Odisha
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Bardhaman to Balasore
Nearest railway stations: Barddhaman Jn for Bardhaman, Balasore for Balasore.
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
Bardhaman to Balasore: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Bardhaman to Balasore is about 281 km by road, roughly 5.6 hours of travel time. The road passes near Kharagpur.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 281 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Hatchback ₹3,190 · Sedan ₹3,750 · SUV ₹4,930 · Innova / MUV ₹5,540 · Tempo Traveller ₹6,480
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹310 · AC Seater ₹510 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹450 · AC Sleeper ₹650 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹840
- Train: Sleeper ₹200 · Economy ₹310 · Third AC ₹420 · Second AC ₹590 · First AC ₹820
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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