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Asansol to Palani

Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Asansol, West Bengal to Palani, Tamil Nadu.

2312 kmDistance
46.2 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹88,538
Ertiga₹1,12,814
Innova₹1,17,670
Innova Crysta₹1,44,946
Tempo Traveller (12)₹2,00,208

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹2,540
AC Seater₹4,160
Non-AC Sleeper₹3,700
AC Sleeper₹5,320
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹6,520
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Train
Sleeper₹1,420
Economy₹2,340
Third AC₹3,270
Second AC₹4,650
First AC₹6,500
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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: Asansol to Palani

2312 km · ~50h 14m · About 46h of driving split over 6 days, plus stops.

  1. Start from Asansol

    Leave early (5–6 AM) and avoid driving on highways after dark.

  2. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 150

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  3. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 300

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  4. 85 km · 1h 42m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 385

    Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.

  5. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 535

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  6. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 685

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  7. 85 km · 1h 42m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 771

    Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.

  8. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 921

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  9. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1071

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  10. 85 km · 1h 42m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 1156

    Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.

  11. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1306

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  12. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1456

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  13. 85 km · 1h 42m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 1541

    Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.

  14. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1691

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  15. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1841

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  16. 85 km · 1h 42m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 1927

    Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.

  17. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 2077

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  18. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 2227

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  19. 85 km · 1h 42m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Palani

    Palani, Tamil Nadu

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: Asansol to Palani

2312 km · ~51h 24m · 3 bus rides with 2 changes. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.

  1. Board at Asansol

    Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Asansol. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.

  2. Asansol → change point 1

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~771 km

    ~17h 8m|Tentative fare ₹850–₹2,210

  3. Change buses at a major city (around km 771)

    Get down at the bus stand of a large city on the highway and take the next bus towards Palani. If your connection is not until the next day, stay the night there.

  4. change point 1 → change point 2

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~771 km

    ~17h 8m|Tentative fare ₹850–₹2,210

  5. Change buses at a major city (around km 1541)

    Get down at the bus stand of a large city on the highway and take the next bus towards Palani. If your connection is not until the next day, stay the night there.

  6. change point 2 → Palani

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~771 km

    ~17h 8m|Tentative fare ₹850–₹2,210

  7. Arrive in Palani

    Palani, Tamil Nadu

Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.

By Train: Asansol to Palani

Nearest railway stations: Asansol Jn for Asansol, Ambaturai (about 48 km away) for Palani.

No direct train found — best options with a change

1 change · 40h 41m in total

DIBRUGARH - KANNIYAKUMARI Vivek Exp#15906 · Express
08:34 AMRaniganj
36h 11m337 stops
08:45 PM+1dTotiyapalayam

Change trains at Totiyapalayam — about 1h 13m wait

Coimbatore-Nagercoil Express#16610 · Express
09:58 PMTotiyapalayam
3h 17m14 stops
01:15 AM+1dAmbaturai

1 change · 40h 42m in total

DIBRUGARH - KANNIYAKUMARI Vivek Exp#15906 · Express
08:34 AMRaniganj
36h 11m337 stops
08:45 PM+1dTotiyapalayam

Change trains at Totiyapalayam — about 1h 14m wait

Coimbatore Tuticorin Link Express#16612 · Express
09:59 PMTotiyapalayam
3h 17m14 stops
01:16 AM+1dAmbaturai

1 change · 41h 54m in total

New Jalpaiguri-Chennai SF Express#12754 · Superfast
08:34 AMRaniganj
22h 41m204 stops
07:15 AM+1dVijayawada Jn

Change trains at Vijayawada Jn — about 3h 35m wait

D H NIZAMUDDIN - KANYAKUMARI Thirukkural Exp#12642 · Superfast
10:50 AMVijayawada Jn
15h 38m165 stops
02:28 AM+1dAmbaturai

Waits assume each train runs daily — the timetable data has no running days, so check the days for every train before you plan a change.

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.

Asansol to Palani: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Asansol to Palani is about 2312 km by road, roughly 46.2 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 2312 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹88,538 · Ertiga ₹1,12,814 · Innova ₹1,17,670 · Innova Crysta ₹1,44,946 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹2,00,208
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹2,540 · AC Seater ₹4,160 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹3,700 · AC Sleeper ₹5,320 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹6,520
  • Train: Sleeper ₹1,420 · Economy ₹2,340 · Third AC ₹3,270 · Second AC ₹4,650 · First AC ₹6,500

Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.

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Attractions, itineraries, temples and travel tips for Palani.

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Stops & Places Along the Route

Good places to break the journey from Asansol to Palani. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.

  1. Chaibasa225 km from Asansol

    Jharkhand

  2. Vizianagaram940 km from Asansol

    Andhra Pradesh

  3. Peddapuram1160 km from Asansol

    Andhra Pradesh

  4. Tirupati1785 km from Asansol

    Andhra Pradesh

  5. Yelagiri1970 km from Asansol

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Things to Do in Palani

Climb the 693 Steps

Ascend the ancient stone steps to the temple, a traditional and spiritually rewarding path. Along the way, you'll pass small shrines and stalls selling offerings. The…

1 hour

Ride the Ropeway

Take the cable car for a quick and scenic ascent to the hilltop. The ride provides panoramic views of the town and surrounding hills, making it ideal for families and…

15 minutes (round trip)

Experience the Winch Ride

Hop on the historic winch, a rope-drawn trolley that has been ferrying pilgrims for decades. This unique mode of transport adds a nostalgic touch to your visit. It's a…

10 minutes (one way)

Attend Thaipusam Festivities

Plan your visit during Thaipusam (January-February) to witness the grand processions of devotees carrying kavadi. The atmosphere is charged with devotion, music, and…

Full day

Taste Palani Panchamirtham

Purchase the famous panchamirtham prasadam from the temple's authorized counters. This sweet, made from bananas, jaggery, ghee, honey, and cardamom, is a must-try. You…

30 minutes

Explore the Hill Temple Complex

Spend time exploring the temple's architecture, including the sanctum, mandapams, and subsidiary shrines. The peaceful atmosphere and intricate carvings offer insight…

2 hours

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Suggested Palani Itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Palani

  • Travel from Asansol to Palani (about 46.2 hrs by road) and check in
  • Visit Arulmigu Dhandayuthapani Swamy Temple (Palani Murugan Temple)

Day 2Explore Palani

  • Visit Palani Hill Ropeway (Cable Car)
  • Visit Thiru Avinankudi Temple (Avinankudi Murugan Temple)
  • Visit Thiru Dandayuthapani Swami Kovil

Day 3Last sights and departure

  • Visit Bhagavan Kovil
  • Head back to Asansol
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