Akola to Rourkela
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Akola, Maharashtra to Rourkela, Odisha.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Akola to Rourkela
1083 km · ~23h 40m · About 22h of driving split over 3 days, plus stops.
- Start from Akola
Leave early (5–6 AM) and avoid driving on highways after dark.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 150Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 300Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
61 km · 1h 13m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 361Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 511Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 661Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
61 km · 1h 13m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 722Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 872Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1022Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Akola to Rourkela
1083 km · ~24h 6m · 2 bus rides with 1 change. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.
- Board at Akola
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Akola. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Akola → change point 1
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~542 km
~12h 3m|Tentative fare ₹600–₹1,570
- Change buses at a major city (around km 542)
Get down at the bus stand of a large city on the highway and take the next bus towards Rourkela. If your connection is not until the next day, stay the night there.
- change point 1 → Rourkela
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~542 km
~12h 3m|Tentative fare ₹600–₹1,570
- Arrive in Rourkela
Rourkela, Odisha
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Akola to Rourkela
Nearest railway stations: Akola Jn for Akola, Rourkela for Rourkela.
Direct trains
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
Transport Options
Akola to Rourkela: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Akola to Rourkela is about 1083 km by road, roughly 21.7 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 1083 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Hatchback ₹12,010 · Sedan ₹14,180 · SUV ₹18,560 · Innova / MUV ₹20,780 · Tempo Traveller ₹24,130
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹1,190 · AC Seater ₹1,950 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹1,730 · AC Sleeper ₹2,490 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹3,080
- Train: Sleeper ₹680 · Economy ₹1,110 · Third AC ₹1,550 · Second AC ₹2,200 · First AC ₹3,060
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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