Siliguri to Asansol
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Siliguri, West Bengal to Asansol, 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: Siliguri to Asansol
477 km · ~10h 12m · About 10h of driving split over 2 days, plus stops.
- Start from Siliguri
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.
89 km · 1h 46m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 239Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 389Look 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: Siliguri to Asansol
477 km · ~10h 36m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Siliguri
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Siliguri. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Siliguri → Asansol
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~477 km
~10h 36m|Tentative fare ₹520–₹1,390
- Arrive in Asansol
Asansol, 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: Siliguri to Asansol
Nearest railway stations: New Jalpaiguri for Siliguri, Asansol Jn for Asansol.
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
Siliguri to Asansol: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Siliguri to Asansol is about 477 km by road, roughly 9.5 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 477 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Hatchback ₹5,350 · Sedan ₹6,300 · SUV ₹8,260 · Innova / MUV ₹9,260 · Tempo Traveller ₹10,790
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹520 · AC Seater ₹860 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹760 · AC Sleeper ₹1,100 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹1,390
- Train: Sleeper ₹320 · Economy ₹510 · Third AC ₹700 · Second AC ₹980 · First AC ₹1,370
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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