Darjeeling to Dinhata
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Darjeeling, West Bengal to Dinhata, 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: Darjeeling to Dinhata
204 km · ~4h 25m · About 4h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Darjeeling
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near MatabhangaAbout 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: Darjeeling to Dinhata
204 km · ~4h 32m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Darjeeling
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Darjeeling. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Darjeeling → Dinhata
AC Seater / Volvo · ~204 km
~4h 32m|Tentative fare ₹220–₹620
- Arrive in Dinhata
Dinhata, 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: Darjeeling to Dinhata
Nearest railway stations: Darjeeling for Darjeeling, New Cooch Behar for Dinhata.
There is no direct train between these stations in our timetable data, and no journey with up to two changes was found. Try a nearby city as the start or end, or use a bus/car leg for part of the trip.
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
Darjeeling to Dinhata: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Darjeeling to Dinhata is about 204 km by road, roughly 4.1 hours of travel time. The road passes near Jalpaiguri.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 204 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Hatchback ₹2,340 · Sedan ₹2,750 · SUV ₹3,620 · Innova / MUV ₹4,080 · Tempo Traveller ₹4,790
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹220 · AC Seater ₹370 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹330 · AC Sleeper ₹470 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹620
- Train: Sleeper ₹150 · Economy ₹230 · Third AC ₹320 · Second AC ₹440 · First AC ₹600
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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