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Basti to Chhindwara

Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Basti, Uttar Pradesh to Chhindwara, Madhya Pradesh.

849 kmDistance
17 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹32,809
Ertiga₹41,724
Innova₹43,507
Innova Crysta₹53,671
Tempo Traveller (12)₹73,816

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹930
AC Seater₹1,530
Non-AC Sleeper₹1,360
AC Sleeper₹1,950
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹2,430
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Train
Sleeper₹540
Economy₹880
Third AC₹1,220
Second AC₹1,730
First AC₹2,410
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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: Basti to Chhindwara

849 km · ~18h 19m · About 17h of driving split over 2 days, plus stops.

  1. Start from Basti

    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. 125 km · 2h 29m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 425

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

  5. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 575

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

  6. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 725

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

  7. 125 km · 2h 29m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Chhindwara

    Chhindwara, Madhya Pradesh

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: Basti to Chhindwara

849 km · ~18h 52m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

  1. Board at Basti

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

  2. Basti → Chhindwara

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~849 km

    ~18h 52m|Tentative fare ₹930–₹2,430

  3. Arrive in Chhindwara

    Chhindwara, Madhya Pradesh

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

By Train: Basti to Chhindwara

Nearest railway stations: Basti for Basti, Chhindwara Junction for Chhindwara.

No direct train found — best options with a change

1 change · 26h 22m in total

Rapti Sagar Express#12511 · Superfast
07:28 AMChureb
9h 17m72 stops
04:45 PMJhansi Jn

Change trains at Jhansi Jn — about 2h 53m wait

Patalkot Express#14010 · Express
07:38 PMJhansi Jn
14h 12m70 stops
09:50 AM+1dChhindwara Junction

1 change · 26h 22m in total

Rapti Sagar Express#12511 · Superfast
07:28 AMChureb
9h 17m72 stops
04:45 PMJhansi Jn

Change trains at Jhansi Jn — about 2h 53m wait

Delhi SR Chhindwara Kanhan Valley Express#14020 · Express
07:38 PMJhansi Jn
14h 12m70 stops
09:50 AM+1dChhindwara Junction

1 change · 26h 22m in total

Raptisagar Express#12521 · Superfast
07:28 AMChureb
9h 17m72 stops
04:45 PMJhansi Jn

Change trains at Jhansi Jn — about 2h 53m wait

Patalkot Express#14010 · Express
07:38 PMJhansi Jn
14h 12m70 stops
09:50 AM+1dChhindwara Junction

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.

Basti to Chhindwara: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Basti to Chhindwara is about 849 km by road, roughly 17 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 849 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹32,809 · Ertiga ₹41,724 · Innova ₹43,507 · Innova Crysta ₹53,671 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹73,816
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹930 · AC Seater ₹1,530 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹1,360 · AC Sleeper ₹1,950 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹2,430
  • Train: Sleeper ₹540 · Economy ₹880 · Third AC ₹1,220 · Second AC ₹1,730 · First AC ₹2,410

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 Chhindwara.

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Stops & Places Along the Route

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

  1. Sultanpur115 km from Basti

    Uttar Pradesh

  2. Prayagraj230 km from Basti

    Uttar Pradesh

  3. Rewa375 km from Basti
  4. Satna410 km from Basti
  5. Katni530 km from Basti
  6. Jabalpur645 km from Basti

Hotels in Chhindwara

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Things to Do in Chhindwara

Tiger Safari in Pench National Park

Straddling the Pench River and reputedly the landscape that inspired Rudyard Kipling's The Jungle Book, Pench is one of central India's best tiger reserves and also…

3-4 hours

Descend into the Hidden Valley of Patalkot

Ringed by horseshoe-shaped hills and reached via a winding descent, Patalkot is a remote valley home to Bharia and Gond tribal communities who have preserved distinct…

3-4 hours

Escape to Tamia Hill Station

Perched around 700 metres up in the Satpura range about 40 km from Chhindwara, Tamia is a quiet hill town with panoramic viewpoints over forested valleys and a…

half day

Chase the Seasonal Cascades of Kukdi Khapa and Lilahi Falls

These waterfalls near Chhindwara run strongest during and just after the monsoon, tumbling through forested rock formations that are popular with local day-trippers.…

1-2 hours

Learn Tribal Herbal Traditions from Patalkot's Communities

The Bharia tribe of Patalkot is well known for traditional herbal medicine practices passed down through generations, and some village visits arranged through local…

1-2 hours

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Suggested Chhindwara Itinerary

Day 1Day 1

  • Arrive and check into your accommodation near Chhindwara
  • Take a leisurely walk around the main area to get oriented
  • Visit the primary attraction or landmark of Chhindwara

Day 2Day 2

  • Morning exploration of key sites at Chhindwara
  • Interactive cultural experience or guided tour
  • Visit nearby attractions within walking distance

Day 3Day 3

  • Explore off-the-beaten-path locations around Chhindwara
  • Nature walk or outdoor activity depending on weather
  • Visit local markets or craft centers

Extend Your Trip

Add a nearby place to your Chhindwara trip and see the full Basti → Chhindwara → next stop route.

Chhindwara → Pench

About 65 km by road

Chhindwara → Satpura

About 70 km by road

Chhindwara → Pachmarhi

About 90 km by road

Chhindwara → Nagpur

About 135 km by road

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