Essentials Local Apps & Websites for Dehri-on-Sone

Dehri-on-Sone

Here’s a comprehensive list of useful local and travel apps & websites that will help any tourist or new visitor plan and enjoy their trip to Dehri-on-Sone, Bihar, without needing to search elsewhere. They cover transport, navigation, travel planning, food, weather, and local info.


Essential Travel & Local Apps for Visitors


Navigation & Local Info

These are useful anywhere in India, including Dehri-on-Sone:

  • Google Maps – The most used navigation and maps app for driving routes, public transport stops, walking directions, and places like restaurants, ATMs, banks, and landmarks. It also shows real-time traffic and can work with offline maps.
  • Google Translate – Helps translate between English, Hindi, and other languages if you’re not fully comfortable with local language signs or menus.
  • WhatsApp – Essential for communication with local guides, drivers, hotels, and friends/family back home.

Train & Bus Travel

Since many travellers reach Dehri-on-Sone by rail or bus:

  • IRCTC Rail Connect – Official Indian Railways app for checking train schedules, PNR status, and booking train tickets nationwide.
  • Where is my Train / ConfirmTkt / RailOne / ixigo Trains – Popular apps for checking train timings, delays, platform info, and seat availability.
  • redBus – Best for intercity bus schedules, routes, prices, and ticket booking across India.

Local Transport from Station or Within Town

In Dehri-on-Sone there are no major cab apps dedicated specifically to the town, but these work in most parts of Bihar and nearby cities:

  • Uber / Ola – Ride-hailing apps for taxis and auto-rickshaws; useful if available near Dehri or neighbouring larger towns.
    Tip: These apps often show fare estimates upfront and allow cashless payment.
  • Bihar Trip – A local cab booking app designed for Bihar travel, including intra-city and outstation rides.
  • Bharat Taxi – App for booking regular taxi services across many Indian towns & cities.

Travel Planning & Tickets

If you’re coming from far or planning journeys beyond Dehri:

  • MakeMyTrip / Yatra / Cleartrip – All-in-one travel apps for flights, buses, trains, hotels, and holiday packages across India.
  • Booking / Agoda / Airbnb – Good for finding local hotels, guesthouses or stays, with filters and reviews.

Food & Places

Apps that help you discover places to eat or visit locally:

  • Zomato / Swiggy – Popular food discovery and delivery apps; useful even in smaller towns to check reviews and menus.
  • Tripadvisor – Website/app that lists hotels, places to see, restaurants and reviews for Dehri and nearby regions.


Weather & Safety

Good to check before planning sightseeing:

  • Official Meteorological/Weather Apps – India govt’s weather apps (like Mausam) provide real-time weather forecasts and alerts for your exact location.

Useful Websites for Planning & Info

Official & Tourism

  • Bihar Tourism Department Website – Offers information on places to visit, events, transport, accommodations and guides across Bihar including local attractions near Dehri, cultural details, and travel advice. The state has recently launched a digital platform with tourist maps and guides to help visitors explore the region. (
  • Official Indian Railways / Train Websites – Good for checking train schedules if you prefer browser-based search over apps.

Local Travel Tips for Dehri-on-Sone

  • Train Connectivity: Dehri on Sone has its own railway station (code DOS) connecting to major cities across India — a key travel hub to begin your visit.
  • Bus Services: Intercity bus services can be checked and booked via redBus or similar platforms with up-to-date schedules.
  • Local Transport: Cabs and autorickshaws are often the main mode within town if ride-hailing is limited locally.

With these apps and sites, you’ll be able to plan your arrival, travel around, find food and stay, explore attractions, and handle everyday travel needs while visiting Dehri-on-Sone. Safe travels and enjoy your trip!