Gaya to Ambika Kalna
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Gaya, Bihar 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: Gaya to Ambika Kalna
498 km · ~10h 38m · About 10h of driving split over 2 days, plus stops.
- Start from Gaya
Leave early (5–6 AM) and avoid driving on highways after dark.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 150Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
99 km · 1h 59m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 249Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 399Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
99 km · 1h 59m 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: Gaya to Ambika Kalna
498 km · ~11h 4m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Gaya
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Gaya. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Gaya → Ambika Kalna
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~498 km
~11h 4m|Tentative fare ₹550–₹1,440
- 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: Gaya to Ambika Kalna
Nearest railway stations: Gaya Jn for Gaya, Ambika Kalna for Ambika Kalna.
Direct trains
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
Gaya to Ambika Kalna: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Gaya to Ambika Kalna is about 498 km by road, roughly 10 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 498 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Hatchback ₹5,580 · Sedan ₹6,570 · SUV ₹8,620 · Innova / MUV ₹9,660 · Tempo Traveller ₹11,260
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹550 · AC Seater ₹900 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹800 · AC Sleeper ₹1,150 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹1,440
- Train: Sleeper ₹330 · Economy ₹530 · Third AC ₹730 · Second AC ₹1,030 · First AC ₹1,420
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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