Malda to Balasore
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Malda, West Bengal to Balasore, Odisha.
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: Malda to Balasore
533 km · ~11h 20m · About 11h of driving split over 2 days, plus stops.
- Start from Malda
Leave early (5–6 AM) and avoid driving on highways after dark.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 150Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
117 km · 2h 20m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 267Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 417Look 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: Malda to Balasore
533 km · ~11h 51m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Malda
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Malda. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Malda → Balasore
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~533 km
~11h 51m|Tentative fare ₹590–₹1,540
- Arrive in Balasore
Balasore, Odisha
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Malda to Balasore
Nearest railway stations: Malda Town for Malda, Balasore for Balasore.
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
Malda to Balasore: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Malda to Balasore is about 533 km by road, roughly 10.7 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 533 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Hatchback ₹5,960 · Sedan ₹7,030 · SUV ₹9,210 · Innova / MUV ₹10,330 · Tempo Traveller ₹12,030
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹590 · AC Seater ₹960 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹850 · AC Sleeper ₹1,230 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹1,540
- Train: Sleeper ₹350 · Economy ₹560 · Third AC ₹780 · Second AC ₹1,100 · First AC ₹1,520
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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