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Bathinda to Palani

Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Bathinda, Punjab to Palani, Tamil Nadu.

2877 kmDistance
57.5 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹1,10,209
Ertiga₹1,40,417
Innova₹1,46,459
Innova Crysta₹1,80,418
Tempo Traveller (12)₹2,49,168

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹3,160
AC Seater₹5,180
Non-AC Sleeper₹4,600
AC Sleeper₹6,620
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹8,110
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Train
Sleeper₹1,760
Economy₹2,910
Third AC₹4,060
Second AC₹5,780
First AC₹8,090
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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: Bathinda to Palani

2877 km · ~62h 12m · About 58h of driving split over 7 days, plus stops.

  1. Start from Bathinda

    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. 111 km · 2h 13m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 411

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

  5. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 561

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

  6. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 711

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

  7. 111 km · 2h 13m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 822

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

  8. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 972

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

  9. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1122

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

  10. 111 km · 2h 13m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 1233

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

  11. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1383

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

  12. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1533

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

  13. 111 km · 2h 13m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 1644

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

  14. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1794

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

  15. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1944

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

  16. 111 km · 2h 13m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 2055

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

  17. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 2205

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

  18. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 2355

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

  19. 111 km · 2h 13m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 2466

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

  20. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 2616

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

  21. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 2766

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

  22. 111 km · 2h 13m 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: Bathinda to Palani

2877 km · ~63h 57m · 3 bus rides with 2 changes. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.

  1. Board at Bathinda

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

  2. Bathinda → change point 1

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~959 km

    ~21h 19m|Tentative fare ₹1,050–₹2,740

  3. Change buses at a major city (around km 959)

    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) · ~959 km

    ~21h 19m|Tentative fare ₹1,050–₹2,740

  5. Change buses at a major city (around km 1918)

    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) · ~959 km

    ~21h 19m|Tentative fare ₹1,050–₹2,740

  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: Bathinda to Palani

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

No direct train found — best options with a change

1 change · 50h 53m in total

Punjab Mail#12138 · Superfast
11:35 PMBhatinda Jn
11h 38m94 stops
11:13 AM+1dDabra

Change trains at Dabra — about 40m wait

D H NIZAMUDDIN - KANYAKUMARI Thirukkural Exp#12642 · Superfast
11:53 AMDabra
38h 35m351 stops
02:28 AM+2dAmbaturai

1 change · 51h in total

Punjab Mail#12138 · Superfast
11:35 PMBhatinda Jn
5h 54m52 stops
05:29 AM+1dDelhi H Nizamuddin

Change trains at Delhi H Nizamuddin — about 1h 56m wait

DELHI H NIZAMUDDIN - MADURAI Tamil Nadu S Kranti#12652 · Sampark Kranti
07:25 AMDelhi H Nizamuddin
43h 10m399 stops
02:35 AM+2dAmbaturai

1 change · 54h 57m in total

Firozpur Mumbai Janata Express#19024 · Express
06:35 AMBhatinda Jn
1h 40m13 stops
08:15 AMJakhal Jn

Change trains at Jakhal Jn — about 45m wait

Himsagar Express Slip#16318-Slip · Express
09:00 AMJakhal Jn
52h 32m378 stops
01:32 PM+2dAmbaturai

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.

Bathinda to Palani: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Bathinda to Palani is about 2877 km by road, roughly 57.5 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 2877 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹1,10,209 · Ertiga ₹1,40,417 · Innova ₹1,46,459 · Innova Crysta ₹1,80,418 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹2,49,168
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹3,160 · AC Seater ₹5,180 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹4,600 · AC Sleeper ₹6,620 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹8,110
  • Train: Sleeper ₹1,760 · Economy ₹2,910 · Third AC ₹4,060 · Second AC ₹5,780 · First AC ₹8,090

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

Want the full Palani guide?

Attractions, itineraries, temples and travel tips for Palani.

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Stops & Places Along the Route

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

  1. Sikar375 km from Bathinda

    Rajasthan

  2. Kota735 km from Bathinda

    Rajasthan

  3. Indore1090 km from Bathinda

    Madhya Pradesh

  4. Burhanpur1295 km from Bathinda

    Madhya Pradesh

  5. Latur1720 km from Bathinda

    Maharashtra

  6. Tumakuru2455 km from Bathinda

    Karnataka

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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 Bathinda to Palani (about 57.5 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 Bathinda
Suggested from Palani's top sights.

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