Gaya to Giridih
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Gaya, Bihar to Giridih, Jharkhand.
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 Giridih
193 km · ~3h 52m · About 4h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Gaya
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
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 Giridih
193 km · ~4h 17m · 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 → Giridih
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~193 km
~4h 17m|Tentative fare ₹210–₹590
- Arrive in Giridih
Giridih, Jharkhand
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 Giridih
Nearest railway stations: Gaya Jn for Gaya, Giridih for Giridih.
No direct train found — best options with a change
1 change · 14h 40m in total
Change trains at Luckeesarai Jn — about 5h 37m wait
1 change · 15h 40m in total
Change trains at Luckeesarai Jn — about 6h 47m wait
1 change · 16h 20m in total
Change trains at Luckeesarai Jn — about 7h 48m 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
Gaya to Giridih: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Gaya to Giridih is about 193 km by road, roughly 3.9 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 193 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Hatchback ₹2,220 · Sedan ₹2,610 · SUV ₹3,430 · Innova / MUV ₹3,870 · Tempo Traveller ₹4,550
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹210 · AC Seater ₹350 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹310 · AC Sleeper ₹440 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹590
- Train: Sleeper ₹150 · Economy ₹220 · Third AC ₹300 · Second AC ₹420 · First AC ₹570
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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