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Bokaro to Vellore

Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Bokaro, Jharkhand to Vellore, Tamil Nadu.

1828 kmDistance
36.6 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹70,260
Ertiga₹89,454
Innova₹93,292
Innova Crysta₹1,14,986
Tempo Traveller (12)₹1,58,552

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹2,010
AC Seater₹3,290
Non-AC Sleeper₹2,920
AC Sleeper₹4,200
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹5,170
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Train
Sleeper₹1,130
Economy₹1,860
Third AC₹2,590
Second AC₹3,690
First AC₹5,150
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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: Bokaro to Vellore

1828 km · ~39h 54m · About 37h of driving split over 5 days, plus stops.

  1. Start from Bokaro

    Leave early (5–6 AM) and avoid driving on highways after dark.

  2. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 150

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  3. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 300

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  4. 66 km · 1h 19m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 366

    Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.

  5. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 516

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  6. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 666

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  7. 66 km · 1h 19m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 731

    Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.

  8. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 881

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  9. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1031

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  10. 66 km · 1h 19m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 1097

    Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.

  11. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1247

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  12. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1397

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  13. 66 km · 1h 19m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 1462

    Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.

  14. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1612

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  15. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1762

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  16. 66 km · 1h 19m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Vellore

    Vellore, Tamil Nadu

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: Bokaro to Vellore

1828 km · ~40h 38m · 2 bus rides with 1 change. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.

  1. Board at Bokaro

    Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Bokaro. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.

  2. Bokaro → change point 1

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~914 km

    ~20h 19m|Tentative fare ₹1,010–₹2,610

  3. Change buses at a major city (around km 914)

    Get down at the bus stand of a large city on the highway and take the next bus towards Vellore. If your connection is not until the next day, stay the night there.

  4. change point 1 → Vellore

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~914 km

    ~20h 19m|Tentative fare ₹1,010–₹2,610

  5. Arrive in Vellore

    Vellore, Tamil Nadu

Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.

By Train: Bokaro to Vellore

Nearest railway stations: Bokaro Steel City for Bokaro, Katpadi Jn for Vellore.

Direct trains

DHANBAD - ALAPPUZHA Exp#13351 · Express
12:35 PMBokaro Steel City
41h 4m293 stops
05:39 AM+2dSevur

Other options with a change

1 change · 30h 6m in total

New Delhi-Bhubaneswar Rajdhani Express#22812 · Rajdhani
06:58 AMGomoh Jn
3h 37m30 stops
10:35 AMKharagpur Jn

Change trains at Kharagpur Jn — about 2h 9m wait

HOWRAH - YESVANTPUR AC Duronto Exp#12245 · Duronto
12:44 PMKharagpur Jn
24h 20m268 stops
01:04 PM+1dGudiyattam

1 change · 30h 53m in total

New Delhi-Howrah Rajdhani Express#12302 · Rajdhani
06:11 AMGomoh Jn
3h 44m59 stops
09:55 AMHowrah Jn

Change trains at Howrah Jn — about 1h 5m wait

HOWRAH - YESVANTPUR AC Duronto Exp#12245 · Duronto
11:00 AMHowrah Jn
26h 4m304 stops
01:04 PM+1dGudiyattam

1 change · 33h 1m in total

New Delhi-Bhubaneswar Duronto Express#12282 · Duronto
04:03 AMGomoh Jn
3h 7m30 stops
07:10 AMKharagpur Jn

Change trains at Kharagpur Jn — about 5h 34m wait

HOWRAH - YESVANTPUR AC Duronto Exp#12245 · Duronto
12:44 PMKharagpur Jn
24h 20m268 stops
01:04 PM+1dGudiyattam

Waits assume each train runs daily — the timetable data has no running days, so check the days for every train before you plan a change.

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.

Bokaro to Vellore: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Bokaro to Vellore is about 1828 km by road, roughly 36.6 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 1828 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹70,260 · Ertiga ₹89,454 · Innova ₹93,292 · Innova Crysta ₹1,14,986 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹1,58,552
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹2,010 · AC Seater ₹3,290 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹2,920 · AC Sleeper ₹4,200 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹5,170
  • Train: Sleeper ₹1,130 · Economy ₹1,860 · Third AC ₹2,590 · Second AC ₹3,690 · First AC ₹5,150

Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.

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Attractions, itineraries, temples and travel tips for Vellore.

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Stops & Places Along the Route

Good places to break the journey from Bokaro to Vellore. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.

  1. Chaibasa160 km from Bokaro

    Jharkhand

  2. Rayagada750 km from Bokaro

    Odisha

  3. Araku Valley890 km from Bokaro

    Andhra Pradesh

  4. Papikonda National Park1115 km from Bokaro

    Andhra Pradesh

  5. Nellore1580 km from Bokaro

    Andhra Pradesh

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Things to Do in Vellore

Explore Vellore Fort

Walk through the massive granite ramparts, cross the moat bridge, and discover the fort's history, including the site of the 1806 mutiny. Inside, visit the…

2-3 hours

Admire Jalakandeswarar Temple

Dedicated to Shiva, this temple is renowned for its intricate stone carvings, depicting mythological scenes and deities in the Vijayanagara style. Spend time observing…

1-2 hours

Visit Sripuram Golden Temple

Marvel at the temple's gold-leafed vimana and sanctum, set within landscaped gardens and a star-shaped path. Enjoy the serene atmosphere and participate in the daily…

2-3 hours

Learn about the Vellore Mutiny

Engage with the history of the 1806 uprising at the fort's museum and memorial plaques. Understand how this early revolt against British policies set the stage for…

1 hour

Discover Christian Medical College

Though primarily a hospital, CMC's heritage buildings and museum offer insight into its founding in 1900 and its role in medical education and service. Visitors can…

1-2 hours

Stroll through the Golden Temple Gardens

Beyond the shrine, the sprawling gardens provide a peaceful retreat with fountains, flower beds, and shaded walkways. Perfect for quiet reflection and photography.

1 hour

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Suggested Vellore Itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Vellore

  • Travel from Bokaro to Vellore (about 36.6 hrs by road) and check in
  • Visit Vellore Fort

Day 2Explore Vellore

  • Visit Jalakandeswarar Temple
  • Visit Sripuram Golden Temple (Mahalakshmi Temple)
  • Visit Vellore Mutiny Heritage Walk

Day 3Last sights and departure

  • Visit Amirthi Zoological Park
  • Head back to Bokaro
Suggested from Vellore's top sights.

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