Shillong to Dinhata
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Shillong, Meghalaya to Dinhata, 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: Shillong to Dinhata
325 km · ~6h 50m · About 7h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Shillong
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near Damara PatparaAbout 150 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: Shillong to Dinhata
325 km · ~7h 13m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Shillong
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Shillong. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Shillong → Dinhata
AC Seater / Volvo · ~325 km
~7h 13m|Tentative fare ₹360–₹960
Usual tea / meal halts: Resubelpara (~170 km)
- Arrive in Dinhata
Dinhata, 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: Shillong to Dinhata
Nearest railway stations: Guwahati (about 69 km away) for Shillong, New Cooch Behar for Dinhata.
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
Shillong to Dinhata: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Shillong to Dinhata is about 325 km by road, roughly 6.5 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 325 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Hatchback ₹3,680 · Sedan ₹4,330 · SUV ₹5,680 · Innova / MUV ₹6,380 · Tempo Traveller ₹7,450
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹360 · AC Seater ₹590 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹520 · AC Sleeper ₹750 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹960
- Train: Sleeper ₹230 · Economy ₹360 · Third AC ₹480 · Second AC ₹680 · First AC ₹940
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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