Dumka to Bidhannagar
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Dumka, Jharkhand to Bidhannagar, 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 Bidhannagar
289 km · ~6h 7m · About 6h 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 BardhamanAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
139 km · 2h 47m drive from previous stop
Arrive in BidhannagarBidhannagar, 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 Bidhannagar
289 km · ~6h 25m · 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 → Bidhannagar
AC Seater / Volvo · ~289 km
~6h 25m|Tentative fare ₹320–₹860
Usual tea / meal halts: Bardhaman (~170 km)
- Arrive in Bidhannagar
Bidhannagar, 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 Bidhannagar
Nearest railway stations: Dumka for Dumka, Howrah Jn for Bidhannagar.
No direct train found — best options with a change
1 change · 13h 35m in total
Change trains at Jasidih Jn — about 6h 57m wait
1 change · 18h 15m in total
Change trains at Jasidih Jn — about 11h 37m wait
1 change · 19h 40m in total
Change trains at Jasidih Jn — about 13h 54m 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 Bidhannagar: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Dumka to Bidhannagar is about 289 km by road, roughly 5.8 hours of travel time. The road passes near Bardhaman.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 289 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Hatchback ₹3,280 · Sedan ₹3,860 · SUV ₹5,060 · Innova / MUV ₹5,690 · Tempo Traveller ₹6,660
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹320 · AC Seater ₹520 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹460 · AC Sleeper ₹660 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹860
- Train: Sleeper ₹200 · Economy ₹320 · Third AC ₹430 · Second AC ₹610 · First AC ₹840
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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