Dumka to Halisahar
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Dumka, Jharkhand to Halisahar, West Bengal.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
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 Halisahar
246 km · ~5h 15m · About 5h 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.
96 km · 1h 55m drive from previous stop
Arrive in HalisaharHalisahar, 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 Halisahar
246 km · ~5h 28m · 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 → Halisahar
AC Seater / Volvo · ~246 km
~5h 28m|Tentative fare ₹270–₹740
Usual tea / meal halts: Bardhaman (~170 km)
- Arrive in Halisahar
Halisahar, 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 Halisahar
Nearest railway stations: Dumka for Dumka, Bandel Jn for Halisahar.
No direct train found — best options with a change
1 change · 9h 40m in total
Change trains at Jasidih Jn — about 2h 58m wait
1 change · 9h 55m in total
Change trains at Jasidih Jn — about 3h 45m wait
1 change · 9h 55m 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.
Dumka to Halisahar: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Dumka to Halisahar is about 246 km by road, roughly 4.9 hours of travel time. The road passes near Bardhaman.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 246 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹10,539 · Ertiga ₹13,374 · Innova ₹13,941 · Innova Crysta ₹17,226 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹23,580
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹270 · AC Seater ₹440 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹390 · AC Sleeper ₹570 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹740
- Train: Sleeper ₹180 · Economy ₹280 · Third AC ₹370 · Second AC ₹520 · First AC ₹720
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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Stops & Places Along the Route
Good places to break the journey from Dumka to Halisahar. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.
- Sainthia70 km from Dumka
- Santiniketan100 km from Dumka
- Ambika Kalna210 km from Dumka
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Things to Do in Halisahar
Craig Park
Scenic views of the Hooghly at sunset.
Nandakishore Temple
An at-chala temple with terracotta reliefs.
Ramprasad Vita
Birthplace of Ramprasad Sen, known for composing various hymns and poems. The Ramprasadi tune used to sing his song has influenced various composers, including…
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