Dumka to Ambika Kalna
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Dumka, 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: Dumka to Ambika Kalna
211 km · ~4h 33m · About 4h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Dumka
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near KatwaAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
61 km · 1h 13m 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: Dumka to Ambika Kalna
211 km · ~4h 41m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Dumka
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Dumka. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Dumka → Ambika Kalna
AC Seater / Volvo · ~211 km
~4h 41m|Tentative fare ₹230–₹640
- 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: Dumka to Ambika Kalna
Nearest railway stations: Dumka for Dumka, Ambika Kalna for Ambika Kalna.
No direct train found — best options with a change
1 change · 9h 31m in total
Change trains at Jasidih Jn — about 2h 58m wait
1 change · 9h 46m in total
Change trains at Jasidih Jn — about 3h 45m wait
1 change · 9h 46m in total
Change trains at Jasidih Jn — about 3h 45m 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
Dumka to Ambika Kalna: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Dumka to Ambika Kalna is about 211 km by road, roughly 4.2 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 211 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Hatchback ₹2,420 · Sedan ₹2,840 · SUV ₹3,740 · Innova / MUV ₹4,210 · Tempo Traveller ₹4,940
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹230 · AC Seater ₹380 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹340 · AC Sleeper ₹490 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹640
- Train: Sleeper ₹160 · Economy ₹240 · Third AC ₹330 · Second AC ₹450 · First AC ₹620
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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