Krishnanagar to Giridih
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Krishnanagar, West Bengal 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: Krishnanagar to Giridih
312 km · ~6h 34m · About 6h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Krishnanagar
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near DubrajpurAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
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: Krishnanagar to Giridih
312 km · ~6h 56m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Krishnanagar
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Krishnanagar. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Krishnanagar → Giridih
AC Seater / Volvo · ~312 km
~6h 56m|Tentative fare ₹340–₹920
Usual tea / meal halts: Dubrajpur (~170 km)
- 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: Krishnanagar to Giridih
Nearest railway stations: Krishnanagar City Junction for Krishnanagar, Giridih for Giridih.
No direct train found — best options with a change
1 change · 15h 51m in total
Change trains at Dum Dum — about 5h 30m wait
1 change · 16h 26m in total
Change trains at Kolkata Chitpur — about 5h 15m wait
1 change · 19h 3m in total
Change trains at Dum Dum — about 8h 51m 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
Krishnanagar to Giridih: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Krishnanagar to Giridih is about 312 km by road, roughly 6.2 hours of travel time. The road passes near Asansol.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 312 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Hatchback ₹3,530 · Sedan ₹4,160 · SUV ₹5,450 · Innova / MUV ₹6,130 · Tempo Traveller ₹7,160
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹340 · AC Seater ₹560 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹500 · AC Sleeper ₹720 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹920
- Train: Sleeper ₹220 · Economy ₹340 · Third AC ₹470 · Second AC ₹650 · First AC ₹900
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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