E-Way Bill Distance Calculator
Calculate e-way bill validity period based on transport distance. Check if your shipment needs an e-way bill and how long it stays valid.
Approximate road distance between supplier and recipient PIN codes
ODC = cargo that exceeds normal vehicle dimensions (requires special permit)
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E-Way Bill Validity Rules
Under Rule 138(10) of the CGST Rules, every e-way bill has a limited validity period based on the distance the goods need to travel. Once the validity expires, the goods cannot be moved further without extending or generating a new e-way bill.
Validity Period Table
| Cargo Type | Distance Rule | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Regular | 1 day per 200 km or part thereof | 450 km → 3 days |
| Over-Dimensional (ODC) | 1 day per 20 km or part thereof | 45 km → 3 days |
When is E-Way Bill Required?
- Consignment value exceeds ₹50,000 (including tax)
- Inter-state movement of goods (regardless of value in some cases)
- Movement by a registered person (even for reasons other than supply)
- Movement by an unregistered person if recipient is known
Exemptions — No E-Way Bill Needed
- Goods transported by non-motorized conveyance
- Goods transported from port/airport to ICD/CFS for customs clearance
- Transit cargo moving to/from Nepal or Bhutan
- Movement of empty cargo containers
- Goods exempt from GST (Schedule III items)
- Specific goods: LPG for household, kerosene (PDS), postal baggage, currency
Extension of Validity
If goods cannot reach the destination within the validity period (due to breakdown, transshipment, natural calamity, or law and order issues), you can extend the e-way bill:
- Extension must be done before expiry or within 8 hours after expiry
- Update Part B with new vehicle number if the vehicle has changed
- Each extension adds validity based on remaining distance
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the validity of an e-way bill based on distance?
For regular vehicles: 1 day for every 200 km or part thereof. For over-dimensional cargo: 1 day for every 20 km or part thereof. Day 1 = day of generation.
When is an e-way bill required?
When goods worth more than ₹50,000 are transported. Some states have different intra-state thresholds. It must be generated before goods movement begins.
Can I extend the validity of an e-way bill?
Yes, before expiry or within 8 hours after expiry, via the e-way bill portal. Valid reasons: transshipment, natural calamity, vehicle breakdown, or law and order issues.
What is the penalty for expired e-way bill?
₹10,000 or the tax evaded (whichever is higher) under Section 129. Goods and vehicle can also be detained/seized.
How is e-way bill distance calculated?
The portal calculates road distance between supplier and recipient PIN codes. You can enter manually, but it cannot exceed the auto-calculated distance by more than 10%.