Dhanbad to Maithon Dam — 50 km Road Trip

1h 15m drive via Dhanbad → Nirsa → Maithon (NH19 + local) · Damodar valley reservoir — boating, sunset and Kalyaneshwari Mandir.

Distance
50 km
Drive time
1h 15m
Toll (one-way)
₹30
Fuel (round-trip)
₹625

Road condition

highway★★★★★

Excellent NH19 corridor; final 8 km is a 2-lane scenic dam approach.

Recommended car: Hyundai Creta

Quick comfortable family run.

From ₹1799/day · approx. 16 km/L

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Estimated cost (1-day round trip)

Self-drive rental (1 day)₹1799
Fuel (100 km @ 16 km/L)₹625
Tolls (round-trip)₹60
Total estimate₹2484

Excludes parking, food and any additional days. Petrol assumed at ₹100/L.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the distance from Dhanbad to Maithon Dam by road?

The road distance from Dhanbad to Maithon Dam is approximately 50 km via Dhanbad → Nirsa → Maithon (NH19 + local). The drive takes about 1h 15m in normal traffic.

How long does the Dhanbad to Maithon Dam drive take?

Driving from Dhanbad to Maithon Dam takes approximately 1h 15m via Dhanbad → Nirsa → Maithon (NH19 + local). Add 30–60 minutes during weekend mornings or peak traffic. Road condition: Excellent NH19 corridor; final 8 km is a 2-lane scenic dam approach.

What is the toll cost from Dhanbad to Maithon Dam?

Toll from Dhanbad to Maithon Dam is approximately ₹30 one-way and ₹60 for a round trip. Toll rates may change — keep FASTag balance topped up.

What is the best self drive car for Dhanbad to Maithon Dam?

Hyundai Creta is the recommended self drive car for Dhanbad to Maithon Dam. Quick comfortable family run. Available on Drigo from ₹1799/day.

What is the total cost of a Dhanbad to Maithon Dam road trip?

A 1-day round trip from Dhanbad to Maithon Dam in a Hyundai Creta costs approximately ₹2484 — including ₹1799 self drive rental, ₹625 fuel (100 km @ 16 km/L) and ₹60 tolls. Excludes parking and food.

Can I rent a self drive car in Dhanbad for the trip to Maithon Dam?

Yes. Drigo offers self drive cars in Dhanbad from verified local hosts — book online, complete digital KYC and pick up the car for your Maithon Dam trip. No driver, no waiting allowance.

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