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Bharuch to Palani

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

1744 kmDistance
34.9 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹66,761
Ertiga₹85,073
Innova₹88,735
Innova Crysta₹1,09,297
Tempo Traveller (12)₹1,50,996

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹1,920
AC Seater₹3,140
Non-AC Sleeper₹2,790
AC Sleeper₹4,010
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹4,930
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Train
Sleeper₹1,080
Economy₹1,770
Third AC₹2,470
Second AC₹3,520
First AC₹4,910
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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: Bharuch to Palani

1744 km · ~37h 33m · About 35h of driving split over 4 days, plus stops.

  1. Start from Bharuch

    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. 136 km · 2h 43m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 436

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

  5. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 586

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

  6. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 736

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

  7. 136 km · 2h 43m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 872

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

  8. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1022

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

  9. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1172

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

  10. 136 km · 2h 43m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 1308

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

  11. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1458

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

  12. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1608

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

  13. 136 km · 2h 43m 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: Bharuch to Palani

1744 km · ~38h 46m · 2 bus rides with 1 change. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.

  1. Board at Bharuch

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

  2. Bharuch → change point 1

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~872 km

    ~19h 23m|Tentative fare ₹960–₹2,490

  3. Change buses at a major city (around km 872)

    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 → Palani

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~872 km

    ~19h 23m|Tentative fare ₹960–₹2,490

  5. 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: Bharuch to Palani

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

Direct trains

OKHA - TUTICORIN Exp#19568 · Express
01:14 PMBharuch Jn
37h 13m265 stops
02:27 AM+2dVellodu
Okha-Rameswaram Express#16734 · Express
06:39 PMBharuch Jn
44h 21m295 stops
03:00 PM+2dVellodu

Other options with a change

1 change · 38h 16m in total

DELHI H NIZAMUDDIN - ERNAKULAM Duronto Exp#12284 · Duronto
12:19 PMVarediya
4h 16m52 stops
04:35 PMJuchandra

Change trains at Juchandra — about 1h 58m wait

OKHA - TUTICORIN Exp#19568 · Express
06:33 PMJuchandra
32h 2m217 stops
02:35 AM+2dAmbaturai

1 change · 40h 1m in total

Hapa-Tirunelveli Express#12998 · Superfast
06:01 AMVarediya
33h 37m260 stops
03:38 PM+1dNagercoil Jn

Change trains at Nagercoil Jn — about 1h 27m wait

NAGERCOIL - CHENNAI EGMORE SF Exp#12668 · Superfast
05:05 PMNagercoil Jn
4h 57m34 stops
10:02 PMVellodu

1 change · 40h 25m in total

Hapa-Tirunelveli Express#12998 · Superfast
06:01 AMVarediya
35h 29m269 stops
05:30 PM+1dTirunelveli

Change trains at Tirunelveli — about 1h 20m wait

TIRUNELVELI - CHENNAI EGMORE Nellai SF Exp#12632 · Superfast
06:50 PMTirunelveli
3h 36m25 stops
10:26 PMVellodu

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.

Bharuch to Palani: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Bharuch to Palani is about 1744 km by road, roughly 34.9 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 1744 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹66,761 · Ertiga ₹85,073 · Innova ₹88,735 · Innova Crysta ₹1,09,297 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹1,50,996
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹1,920 · AC Seater ₹3,140 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹2,790 · AC Sleeper ₹4,010 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹4,930
  • Train: Sleeper ₹1,080 · Economy ₹1,770 · Third AC ₹2,470 · Second AC ₹3,520 · First AC ₹4,910

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 Bharuch to Palani. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.

  1. Saputara190 km from Bharuch

    Gujarat

  2. Alandi455 km from Bharuch

    Maharashtra

  3. Davanagere1125 km from Bharuch

    Karnataka

  4. Mandya1435 km from Bharuch

    Karnataka

  5. Coonoor1585 km from Bharuch

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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 Bharuch to Palani (about 34.9 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 Bharuch
Suggested from Palani's top sights.

Extend Your Trip

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