Dhanbad to Tamluk
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Dhanbad, Jharkhand to Tamluk, 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 Tamluk
293 km · ~6h 12m · About 6h 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 BishnupurAbout 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: Dhanbad to Tamluk
293 km · ~6h 31m · 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 → Tamluk
AC Seater / Volvo · ~293 km
~6h 31m|Tentative fare ₹320–₹870
Usual tea / meal halts: Bishnupur (~170 km)
- Arrive in Tamluk
Tamluk, 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 Tamluk
Nearest railway stations: Dhanbad Jn for Dhanbad, Mecheda for Tamluk.
No direct train found — best options with a change
1 change · 4h 57m in total
Change trains at Howrah Jn — about 55m wait
1 change · 6h 19m in total
Change trains at Howrah Jn — about 2h 20m wait
1 change · 6h 20m in total
Change trains at Howrah Jn — about 2h 20m wait
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.
Transport Options
Dhanbad to Tamluk: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Dhanbad to Tamluk is about 293 km by road, roughly 5.9 hours of travel time. The road passes near Bankura.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 293 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Hatchback ₹3,320 · Sedan ₹3,910 · SUV ₹5,130 · Innova / MUV ₹5,770 · Tempo Traveller ₹6,750
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹320 · AC Seater ₹530 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹470 · AC Sleeper ₹670 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹870
- Train: Sleeper ₹210 · Economy ₹320 · Third AC ₹440 · Second AC ₹620 · First AC ₹850
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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