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Guwahati to Dankuni

The distance from Guwahati to Dankuni is about 649 km by road, roughly 13 hours (estimated). There are four bridges to get to Howrah: Howrah Bridge, Vidyasagar Setu, Vivekananda

649 kmDistance
13 hrsDuration

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Hatchback₹7240
Sedan₹8540
SUV₹11180
Innova / MUV₹12530
Tempo Traveller₹14580
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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹710
AC Seater₹1170
Non-AC Sleeper₹1040
AC Sleeper₹1490
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹1870
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Train
Sleeper₹420
Economy₹680
Third AC₹940
Second AC₹1330
First AC₹1850
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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 Guwahati to Dankuni is about 649 km by road, roughly 13 hours (estimated). There are four bridges to get to Howrah: Howrah Bridge, Vidyasagar Setu, Vivekananda Setu and Nivedita Setu. Besides, highways like the Grand Trunk Road and NH 19 terminate at Howrah or nearby.

Route Map

By Car: Guwahati to Dankuni

649 km · ~13h 39m · About 13h of driving split over 2 days, plus stops.

  1. Start from Guwahati

    Leave early (5–6 AM) and avoid driving on highways after dark.

  2. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 150

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  3. 175 km · 3h 29m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 325

    Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.

  4. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 475

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  5. 175 km · 3h 29m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Dankuni

    Dankuni, 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: Guwahati to Dankuni

649 km · ~14h 25m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

  1. Board at Guwahati

    Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Guwahati. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.

  2. Guwahati → Dankuni

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~649 km

    ~14h 25m|Tentative fare ₹710–₹1,870

  3. Arrive in Dankuni

    Dankuni, 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: Guwahati to Dankuni

Nearest railway stations: Guwahati for Guwahati, Dankuni for Dankuni.

Direct trains

GUWAHATI - BENGALURU (Kaziranga) SF Express#12510 · Superfast
06:42 AMKamakhya
17h 49m159 stops
12:31 AM+1dDankuni
GUWAHATI - TRIVANDRUM CENTRAL EXP#12516 · Superfast
06:42 AMKamakhya
17h 50m159 stops
12:32 AM+1dDankuni
GUWAHATI - TRIVANDRUM SF Exp#12508 · Superfast
06:42 AMKamakhya
17h 50m163 stops
12:32 AM+1dDankuni
GUWAHATI - SECUNDERABAD Exp#12514 · Superfast
06:42 AMKamakhya
17h 50m167 stops
12:32 AM+1dDankuni
GUWAHATI - HOWRAH Saraighat SF Exp#12346 · Superfast
12:50 PMKamakhya
16h 8m164 stops
04:58 AM+1dDankuni

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 649 km by road from Guwahati to Dankuni, roughly 13 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).

Distance: 649 kmDuration: 13 hours
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By Train

The nearest railway station to Dankuni is Dankuni Junction railway station, about 1 km from the town centre.

Distance: 649 km

Railhead

Reach Dankuni Junction railway station, then continue by local transport.

  • Dankuni Junction railway station — about 1 km
  • Gobra railway station — about 2 km
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Travel Tips

There are four bridges to get to Howrah: Howrah Bridge, Vidyasagar Setu, Vivekananda Setu and Nivedita Setu.

Budget Estimate

road

649 km

13 hours

Approximately 649 km by road from Guwahati to Dankuni, roughly 13 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).

train

649 km

The nearest railway station to Dankuni is Dankuni Junction railway station, about 1 km from the town centre.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How far is Dankuni from Guwahati?

About 649 km by road (estimated from straight-line distance).

2. Which airport is closest to Dankuni?

Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU), about 16 km away.

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