Malda to Sonarpur
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Malda, West Bengal to Sonarpur, 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: Malda to Sonarpur
373 km · ~8h 8m · About 7h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Malda
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near BerhamporeAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near BandelAbout 300 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: Malda to Sonarpur
373 km · ~8h 17m · 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 → Sonarpur
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~373 km
~8h 17m|Tentative fare ₹410–₹1,090
Usual tea / meal halts: Palashi (~170 km)
- Arrive in Sonarpur
Sonarpur, 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: Malda to Sonarpur
Nearest railway stations: Malda Town for Malda, Howrah Jn for Sonarpur.
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 Sonarpur: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Malda to Sonarpur is about 373 km by road, roughly 7.5 hours of travel time. The road passes near Krishnanagar.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 373 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Hatchback ₹4,200 · Sedan ₹4,950 · SUV ₹6,490 · Innova / MUV ₹7,290 · Tempo Traveller ₹8,510
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹410 · AC Seater ₹670 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹600 · AC Sleeper ₹860 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹1,090
- Train: Sleeper ₹250 · Economy ₹400 · Third AC ₹550 · Second AC ₹780 · First AC ₹1,070
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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