Munger to Sonarpur
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Munger, Bihar 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: Munger to Sonarpur
496 km · ~10h 35m · About 10h of driving split over 2 days, plus stops.
- Start from Munger
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.
98 km · 1h 58m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 248Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 398Look 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: Munger to Sonarpur
496 km · ~11h 1m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Munger
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Munger. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Munger → Sonarpur
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~496 km
~11h 1m|Tentative fare ₹550–₹1,440
- 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: Munger to Sonarpur
Nearest railway stations: Sahibpur Kamal Jn for Munger, 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
Munger to Sonarpur: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Munger to Sonarpur is about 496 km by road, roughly 9.9 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 496 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Hatchback ₹5,560 · Sedan ₹6,550 · SUV ₹8,580 · Innova / MUV ₹9,620 · Tempo Traveller ₹11,210
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹550 · AC Seater ₹890 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹790 · AC Sleeper ₹1,140 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹1,440
- Train: Sleeper ₹330 · Economy ₹530 · Third AC ₹720 · Second AC ₹1,020 · First AC ₹1,420
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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