Purulia to Giridih
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Purulia, West Bengal to Giridih, Jharkhand.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
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: Purulia to Giridih
123 km · ~2h 28m · About 2h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Purulia
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
123 km · 2h 28m drive from previous stop
Arrive in GiridihGiridih, Jharkhand
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: Purulia to Giridih
123 km · ~2h 44m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Purulia
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Purulia. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Purulia → Giridih
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~123 km
~2h 44m|Tentative fare ₹140–₹390
- 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: Purulia to Giridih
Nearest railway stations: Purulia Jn for Purulia, Giridih for Giridih.
No direct train found — best options with a change
1 change · 8h 2m in total
Change trains at Madhupur Jn — about 2h 43m wait
1 change · 10h 7m in total
Change trains at Madhupur Jn — about 5h 21m wait
1 change · 10h 18m in total
Change trains at Madhupur Jn — about 5h 11m 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.
Purulia to Giridih: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Purulia to Giridih is about 123 km by road, roughly 2.5 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 123 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹5,270 · Ertiga ₹6,687 · Innova ₹6,971 · Innova Crysta ₹8,613 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹11,790
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹140 · AC Seater ₹220 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹200 · AC Sleeper ₹280 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹390
- Train: Sleeper ₹100 · Economy ₹150 · Third AC ₹200 · Second AC ₹280 · First AC ₹370
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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Attractions, itineraries, temples and travel tips for Giridih.
Stops & Places Along the Route
Good places to break the journey from Purulia to Giridih. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.
- Dhanbad65 km from Purulia
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Things to Do in Giridih
Khandoli Reservoir
10 km from Giridh, it is a water reservoir, one of the best sites for water-related adventure sports and bird watching. A water reservoir some 10 km North-East of…
Harihar Dham
This is a famous Shivlinga temple. A small hamlet about 60 km South-west of Giridih district headquarter under Bagodar Block possesses the largest Shiva Linga of India.
Langta Baba Samadhi Sthal
Langta baba was a saint of the locality, and is worshiped like a god. Offering chadar to his samadhi is a ritual followed here.
Surya Temple
This is a nice and beautiful temple built in the middle of a lake in the shape of a lotus flower.
Sri Kabir Gyan Mandir
An institution which spreads the message of Sant Kabir and Sanatan Dharma. It has beautiful temple Guru Govind Dham and Kabir Gyan Darshan with murals and paintings…
Usri Falls
14 km away from Giridh, Three Wheeler Autorickshaws are available as the main local transport here.A famous picnic spot situated about 14 km east of Giridih town Amidst…
Suggested Giridih Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Giridih
- Travel from Purulia to Giridih (about 2.5 hrs by road) and check in
- Visit Khandoli Dam
Day 2Explore Giridih
- Visit Usri Falls
- Visit Khandoli Reservoir
Day 3Last sights and departure
- Visit Sri Kabir Gyan Mandir
- Head back to Purulia
Extend Your Trip
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Giridih → Parasnath Hills
About 40 km by road
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