Katihar to Dinhata
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Katihar, Bihar to Dinhata, 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 Dinhata
262 km · ~5h 34m · About 5h 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 stop around km 150Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
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 Dinhata
262 km · ~5h 49m · 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 → Dinhata
AC Seater / Volvo · ~262 km
~5h 49m|Tentative fare ₹290–₹780
- Arrive in Dinhata
Dinhata, 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 Dinhata
Nearest railway stations: Katihar Jn for Katihar, New Cooch Behar for Dinhata.
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
Katihar to Dinhata: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Katihar to Dinhata is about 262 km by road, roughly 5.2 hours of travel time. The road passes near Raiganj.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 262 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Hatchback ₹2,980 · Sedan ₹3,510 · SUV ₹4,600 · Innova / MUV ₹5,180 · Tempo Traveller ₹6,060
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹290 · AC Seater ₹470 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹420 · AC Sleeper ₹600 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹780
- Train: Sleeper ₹190 · Economy ₹290 · Third AC ₹400 · Second AC ₹550 · First AC ₹760
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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