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Chaibasa to Chhindwara

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

922 kmDistance
18.4 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹35,415
Ertiga₹45,096
Innova₹47,033
Innova Crysta₹57,964
Tempo Traveller (12)₹79,948

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹1,010
AC Seater₹1,660
Non-AC Sleeper₹1,480
AC Sleeper₹2,120
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹2,630
View route plan
Train
Sleeper₹580
Economy₹950
Third AC₹1,320
Second AC₹1,870
First AC₹2,610
View route plan

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: Chaibasa to Chhindwara

922 km · ~19h 26m · About 18h of driving split over 3 days, plus stops.

  1. Start from Chaibasa

    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. 157 km · 3h 9m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 307

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

  4. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 457

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

  5. 157 km · 3h 9m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 615

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

  6. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 765

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

  7. 157 km · 3h 9m 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: Chaibasa to Chhindwara

922 km · ~20h 29m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

  1. Board at Chaibasa

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

  2. Chaibasa → Chhindwara

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~922 km

    ~20h 29m|Tentative fare ₹1,010–₹2,630

  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: Chaibasa to Chhindwara

Nearest railway stations: Barabambo for Chaibasa, Chhindwara Junction for Chhindwara.

No direct train found — best options with a change

1 change · 23h 27m in total

HOWRAH - PUNE AC Duronto Exp#12222 · Duronto
12:13 PMMahali Marup
11h 29m114 stops
11:42 PMItwari

Change trains at Itwari — about 5h 31m wait

Nagpur Chindwara Passenger#58831 · Passenger
05:13 AMItwari
6h 27m24 stops
11:40 AMChhindwara Junction

1 change · 23h 30m in total

HOWRAH - MUMBAI CST AC Duronto Exp#12262 · Duronto
12:10 PMMahali Marup
11h 19m114 stops
11:29 PMItwari

Change trains at Itwari — about 5h 44m wait

Nagpur Chindwara Passenger#58831 · Passenger
05:13 AMItwari
6h 27m24 stops
11:40 AMChhindwara Junction

1 change · 25h 44m in total

HOWRAH - MUMBAI LTT Janeswari Super Deluxe Exp#12102 · Superfast
03:06 AMMahali Marup
13h 11m114 stops
04:17 PMItwari

Change trains at Itwari — about 6h 31m wait

Nagpur Ramakona Chhindwara Passenger#58837 · Passenger
10:48 PMItwari
6h 2m24 stops
04:50 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.

Chaibasa to Chhindwara: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Chaibasa to Chhindwara is about 922 km by road, roughly 18.4 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 922 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹35,415 · Ertiga ₹45,096 · Innova ₹47,033 · Innova Crysta ₹57,964 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹79,948
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹1,010 · AC Seater ₹1,660 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹1,480 · AC Sleeper ₹2,120 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹2,630
  • Train: Sleeper ₹580 · Economy ₹950 · Third AC ₹1,320 · Second AC ₹1,870 · First AC ₹2,610

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

  1. Rourkela125 km from Chaibasa

    Odisha

  2. Korba410 km from Chaibasa

    Chhattisgarh

  3. Bilaspur495 km from Chaibasa

    Chhattisgarh

  4. Kanha650 km from Chaibasa
  5. Balaghat760 km from Chaibasa

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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 Chaibasa → 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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