Chhapra to Sonarpur
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Chhapra, Bihar to Sonarpur, 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: Chhapra to Sonarpur
684 km · ~14h 21m · About 14h of driving split over 2 days, plus stops.
- Start from Chhapra
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.
192 km · 3h 50m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 342Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 492Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
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: Chhapra to Sonarpur
684 km · ~15h 12m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Chhapra
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Chhapra. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Chhapra → Sonarpur
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~684 km
~15h 12m|Tentative fare ₹750–₹1,970
- Arrive in Sonarpur
Sonarpur, 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: Chhapra to Sonarpur
Nearest railway stations: Chhapra for Chhapra, Howrah Jn for Sonarpur.
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
Chhapra to Sonarpur: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Chhapra to Sonarpur is about 684 km by road, roughly 13.7 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 684 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Hatchback ₹7,620 · Sedan ₹8,990 · SUV ₹11,780 · Innova / MUV ₹13,200 · Tempo Traveller ₹15,350
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹750 · AC Seater ₹1,230 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹1,090 · AC Sleeper ₹1,570 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹1,970
- Train: Sleeper ₹440 · Economy ₹710 · Third AC ₹990 · Second AC ₹1,400 · First AC ₹1,950
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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