Purulia to Giridih
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Purulia, 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: 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.
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.
Transport Options
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: Hatchback ₹1,450 · Sedan ₹1,700 · SUV ₹2,240 · Innova / MUV ₹2,540 · Tempo Traveller ₹3,010
- 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.
Want the full Giridih guide?
Attractions, itineraries, temples and travel tips for Giridih.