Chaibasa to Vellore
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Chaibasa, Jharkhand to Vellore, Tamil Nadu.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
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 Vellore
1669 km · ~36h 3m · About 33h of driving split over 4 days, plus stops.
- Start from Chaibasa
Leave early (5–6 AM) and avoid driving on highways after dark.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 150Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 300Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
117 km · 2h 21m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 417Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 567Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 717Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
117 km · 2h 21m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 835Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 985Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1135Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
117 km · 2h 21m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 1252Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1402Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1552Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
117 km · 2h 21m drive from previous stop
Arrive in VelloreVellore, 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: Chaibasa to Vellore
1669 km · ~37h 6m · 2 bus rides with 1 change. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.
- 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.
- Chaibasa → change point 1
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~835 km
~18h 33m|Tentative fare ₹920–₹2,390
- Change buses at a major city (around km 835)
Get down at the bus stand of a large city on the highway and take the next bus towards Vellore. If your connection is not until the next day, stay the night there.
- change point 1 → Vellore
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~835 km
~18h 33m|Tentative fare ₹920–₹2,390
- Arrive in Vellore
Vellore, 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: Chaibasa to Vellore
Nearest railway stations: Barabambo for Chaibasa, Katpadi Jn for Vellore.
Direct trains
Other options with a change
1 change · 29h 52m in total
Change trains at Narayan Pakuria — about 56m wait
1 change · 30h 50m in total
Change trains at Bondamunda — about 1h 5m wait
1 change · 32h 39m in total
Change trains at Sambalpur — about 1h 55m wait
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 Vellore: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Chaibasa to Vellore is about 1669 km by road, roughly 33.4 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 1669 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹64,083 · Ertiga ₹81,608 · Innova ₹85,113 · Innova Crysta ₹1,04,887 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹1,44,696
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹1,840 · AC Seater ₹3,000 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹2,670 · AC Sleeper ₹3,840 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹4,720
- Train: Sleeper ₹1,030 · Economy ₹1,700 · Third AC ₹2,370 · Second AC ₹3,370 · First AC ₹4,700
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
Want the full Vellore guide?
Attractions, itineraries, temples and travel tips for Vellore.
Stops & Places Along the Route
Good places to break the journey from Chaibasa to Vellore. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.
- Rayagada590 km from Chaibasa
Odisha
- Araku Valley730 km from Chaibasa
Andhra Pradesh
- Peddapuram940 km from Chaibasa
Andhra Pradesh
- Rajahmundry975 km from Chaibasa
Andhra Pradesh
- Nellore1420 km from Chaibasa
Andhra Pradesh
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Things to Do in Vellore
Explore Vellore Fort
Walk through the massive granite ramparts, cross the moat bridge, and discover the fort's history, including the site of the 1806 mutiny. Inside, visit the…
2-3 hours
Admire Jalakandeswarar Temple
Dedicated to Shiva, this temple is renowned for its intricate stone carvings, depicting mythological scenes and deities in the Vijayanagara style. Spend time observing…
1-2 hours
Visit Sripuram Golden Temple
Marvel at the temple's gold-leafed vimana and sanctum, set within landscaped gardens and a star-shaped path. Enjoy the serene atmosphere and participate in the daily…
2-3 hours
Learn about the Vellore Mutiny
Engage with the history of the 1806 uprising at the fort's museum and memorial plaques. Understand how this early revolt against British policies set the stage for…
1 hour
Discover Christian Medical College
Though primarily a hospital, CMC's heritage buildings and museum offer insight into its founding in 1900 and its role in medical education and service. Visitors can…
1-2 hours
Stroll through the Golden Temple Gardens
Beyond the shrine, the sprawling gardens provide a peaceful retreat with fountains, flower beds, and shaded walkways. Perfect for quiet reflection and photography.
1 hour
Suggested Vellore Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Vellore
- Travel from Chaibasa to Vellore (about 33.4 hrs by road) and check in
- Visit Vellore Fort
Day 2Explore Vellore
- Visit Jalakandeswarar Temple
- Visit Sripuram Golden Temple (Mahalakshmi Temple)
- Visit Vellore Mutiny Heritage Walk
Day 3Last sights and departure
- Visit Amirthi Zoological Park
- Head back to Chaibasa
Extend Your Trip
Add a nearby place to your Vellore trip and see the full Chaibasa → Vellore → next stop route.
Vellore → Tiruvannamalai
About 100 km by road
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