Giridih to Dhanbad
The distance from Giridih to Dhanbad is about 57 km by road, roughly 1 hours (estimated).
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.
Overview
The distance from Giridih to Dhanbad is about 57 km by road, roughly 1 hours (estimated).
Route Map
By Car: Giridih to Dhanbad
57 km · ~1h 8m · About 1h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Giridih
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: Giridih to Dhanbad
57 km · ~1h 16m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Giridih
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Giridih. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Giridih → Dhanbad
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~57 km
~1h 16m|Tentative fare ₹60–₹210
- Arrive in Dhanbad
Dhanbad, 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: Giridih to Dhanbad
Nearest railway stations: Giridih for Giridih, Dhanbad Jn for Dhanbad.
No direct train found — best options with a change
1 change · 6h 25m in total
Change trains at Madhupur Jn — about 2h 52m wait
1 change · 7h 3m in total
Change trains at Madhupur Jn — about 3h 52m wait
1 change · 7h 3m in total
Change trains at Madhupur Jn — about 3h 52m 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
By Car
Approximately 57 km by road from Giridih to Dhanbad, roughly 1 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).
By Train
The nearest railway station to Dhanbad is Dhanbad Junction railway station, about 1 km from the town centre.
Railhead
Reach Dhanbad Junction railway station, then continue by local transport.
- Dhanbad Junction railway station — about 1 km
- Bhuli railway station — about 4 km
Budget Estimate
road
57 km
1 hours
Approximately 57 km by road from Giridih to Dhanbad, roughly 1 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).
train
57 km
The nearest railway station to Dhanbad is Dhanbad Junction railway station, about 1 km from the town centre.
Frequently Asked Questions
About 57 km by road (estimated from straight-line distance).
Deoghar Airport (DGH), about 77 km away.
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