Katihar to Ambika Kalna
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Katihar, 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: Katihar to Ambika Kalna
351 km · ~7h 41m · About 7h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Katihar
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near PakurAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near KatwaAbout 300 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
51 km · 1h 1m 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: Katihar to Ambika Kalna
351 km · ~7h 48m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Katihar
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Katihar. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Katihar → Ambika Kalna
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~351 km
~7h 48m|Tentative fare ₹390–₹1,030
Usual tea / meal halts: Jangipur (~170 km)
- 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: Katihar to Ambika Kalna
Nearest railway stations: Katihar Jn for Katihar, Ambika Kalna for Ambika Kalna.
Direct trains
Other options with a change
1 change · 6h 39m in total
Change trains at Khurial — about 44m wait
1 change · 8h 25m in total
Change trains at Makuria — about 1h 46m wait
1 change · 8h 55m in total
Change trains at Adina — about 42m 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
Katihar to Ambika Kalna: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Katihar to Ambika Kalna is about 351 km by road, roughly 7 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 351 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Hatchback ₹3,960 · Sedan ₹4,660 · SUV ₹6,120 · Innova / MUV ₹6,870 · Tempo Traveller ₹8,020
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹390 · AC Seater ₹630 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹560 · AC Sleeper ₹810 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹1,030
- Train: Sleeper ₹240 · Economy ₹380 · Third AC ₹520 · Second AC ₹730 · First AC ₹1,010
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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