Dumka to Dinhata
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Dumka, Jharkhand 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: Dumka to Dinhata
396 km · ~8h 35m · About 8h 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 GourAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 300Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
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 Dinhata
396 km · ~8h 48m · 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 → Dinhata
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~396 km
~8h 48m|Tentative fare ₹440–₹1,160
Usual tea / meal halts: Pandua (~170 km)
- 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: Dumka to Dinhata
Nearest railway stations: Dumka for Dumka, New Cooch Behar for Dinhata.
No direct train found — best options with a change
2 changes · 20h 15m in total
Change trains at Jasidih Jn — about 1h 35m wait
Change trains at Kiul Jn — about 54m wait
2 changes · 20h 15m in total
Change trains at Jasidih Jn — about 49m wait
Change trains at Kiul Jn — about 2h 12m wait
2 changes · 20h 15m in total
Change trains at Jasidih Jn — about 49m wait
Change trains at Kiul Jn — about 2h 18m 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 Dinhata: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Dumka to Dinhata is about 396 km by road, roughly 7.9 hours of travel time. The road passes near Malda.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 396 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Hatchback ₹4,460 · Sedan ₹5,250 · SUV ₹6,880 · Innova / MUV ₹7,720 · Tempo Traveller ₹9,010
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹440 · AC Seater ₹710 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹630 · AC Sleeper ₹910 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹1,160
- Train: Sleeper ₹270 · Economy ₹430 · Third AC ₹580 · Second AC ₹820 · First AC ₹1,140
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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