Dhanbad to Ambika Kalna
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Dhanbad, Jharkhand to Ambika Kalna, 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: Dhanbad to Ambika Kalna
268 km · ~5h 42m · About 5h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Dhanbad
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near DurgapurAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
118 km · 2h 22m drive from previous stop
Arrive in Ambika KalnaAmbika Kalna, 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: Dhanbad to Ambika Kalna
268 km · ~5h 57m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Dhanbad
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Dhanbad. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Dhanbad → Ambika Kalna
AC Seater / Volvo · ~268 km
~5h 57m|Tentative fare ₹290–₹800
Usual tea / meal halts: Guskhara (~170 km)
- Arrive in Ambika Kalna
Ambika Kalna, 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: Dhanbad to Ambika Kalna
Nearest railway stations: Dhanbad Jn for Dhanbad, Ambika Kalna for Ambika Kalna.
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
Dhanbad to Ambika Kalna: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Dhanbad to Ambika Kalna is about 268 km by road, roughly 5.4 hours of travel time. The road passes near Asansol and Bardhaman.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 268 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Hatchback ₹3,050 · Sedan ₹3,580 · SUV ₹4,710 · Innova / MUV ₹5,290 · Tempo Traveller ₹6,200
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹290 · AC Seater ₹480 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹430 · AC Sleeper ₹620 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹800
- Train: Sleeper ₹190 · Economy ₹300 · Third AC ₹410 · Second AC ₹570 · First AC ₹780
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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