GST & Compliance

How to Calculate Distance for e-Way Bill in India

June 15, 20254 min readBy GST Expert

Accurate distance calculation is crucial for generating e-Way Bills in India. The GST law requires businesses to generate an e-Way Bill for the movement of goods worth more than ₹50,000. The distance between the source and destination plays a vital role in determining the validity of the e-Way Bill.

Why is Distance Calculation Important for e-Way Bill?

The validity period of an e-Way Bill is determined based on the distance between the source and destination. According to GST rules:

  • Less than 100 km: 1 day
  • 100 km or more but less than 300 km: 2 days
  • 300 km or more but less than 500 km: 3 days
  • And so on...

How to Calculate Distance for e-Way Bill

Follow these steps to calculate the distance between two locations for e-Way Bill:

  1. Identify the source and destination pincodes
  2. Use a reliable pin to pin distance calculator
  3. Enter the pincodes to get the accurate road distance
  4. Use this distance to determine your e-Way Bill validity period

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Many businesses make these common mistakes when calculating distance for e-Way Bill:

  • Using straight-line (as the crow flies) distance instead of road distance
  • Not considering traffic conditions and routes
  • Using outdated or incorrect pincode data

By using our accurate pin to pin distance calculator, you can ensure GST compliance and avoid penalties.

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