Dhanbad to Buxar Distance
The road distance between Dhanbad and Buxar is approximately 400+ km, and the drive usually takes around 8 hours by car or taxi, depending on traffic and road conditions. The fastest way to reach Buxar takes approximately 6 hours. If you're planning a road trip, check weather and traffic updates before your journey, as monsoon showers or winter snowfall in hilly regions can increase travel time.

Direct Options
RECOMMENDED
Dhanbad
Buxar
Approx Travel Time
7h 55m
₹10,585
Onwards
Via Mughal Sarai
Dhanbad
Mughal Sarai
Buxar
Approx Travel Time
6h 8m
₹335
Onwards
Via Patna
CHEAPEST
Dhanbad
Patna
Buxar
Approx Travel Time
6h 58m
₹275
Onwards
Dhanbad
Patna
Buxar
Approx Travel Time
9h 22m
₹987
Onwards
Via Asansol
Dhanbad
Asansol
Buxar
Approx Travel Time
8h 26m
₹275
Onwards
Dhanbad
Asansol
Buxar
Approx Travel Time
7h 44m
₹2,239
Onwards
Via Gaya, Patna
Dhanbad
Gaya
Patna
Buxar
Approx Travel Time
6h 14m
₹285
Onwards
Via Hazaribagh
Dhanbad
Hazaribagh
Buxar
Approx Travel Time
12h 10m
₹690
Onwards
Dhanbad
Hazaribagh
Buxar
Approx Travel Time
11h 27m
₹4,460
Onwards
Via Jhumri Telaiya, Patna
FASTEST
Dhanbad
Jhumri Telaiya
Patna
Buxar
Approx Travel Time
5h 38m
₹305
Onwards
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the distance between Dhanbad and Buxar?
The distance between Dhanbad and Buxar is approximately 400+ km by road.
What is the straight-line (aerial) distance between Dhanbad and Buxar?
The straight-line distance is approximately 300+ km.
How long does it take to travel from Dhanbad to Buxar by road?
It takes around 8 hours by road.
What is the distance from Dhanbad to Buxar via Mughal Sarai?
Via Mughal Sarai, the distance is approximately 500+ km, taking around 6 hours.
Does the distance from Dhanbad to Buxar change by route?
Yes — the road distance varies from 400+ km via the direct route to 500+ km via Mughal Sarai, depending on the path taken.
Does travel time between Dhanbad and Buxar vary by season?
Yes, travel time can increase during monsoon or winter due to road conditions in hilly or mountainous stretches.
What is the driving distance vs. straight-line distance between Dhanbad and Buxar?
The driving distance is 400+ km, while the straight-line distance is shorter at 300+ km, due to the road route following terrain and highways.

