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Coimbatore to Ratlam

Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu to Ratlam, Madhya Pradesh.

1799 kmDistance
36 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹68,724
Ertiga₹87,614
Innova₹91,392
Innova Crysta₹1,12,531
Tempo Traveller (12)₹1,55,616

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹1,980
AC Seater₹3,240
Non-AC Sleeper₹2,880
AC Sleeper₹4,140
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹5,090
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Train
Sleeper₹1,110
Economy₹1,830
Third AC₹2,550
Second AC₹3,630
First AC₹5,070
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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: Coimbatore to Ratlam

1799 km · ~38h 39m · About 36h of driving split over 4 days, plus stops.

  1. Start from Coimbatore

    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. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 450

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

  5. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 600

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

  6. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 750

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

  7. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 900

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

  8. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1050

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

  9. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1200

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

  10. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 1349

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

  11. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1499

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

  12. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1649

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

  13. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Ratlam

    Ratlam, 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: Coimbatore to Ratlam

1799 km · ~40h · 2 bus rides with 1 change. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.

  1. Board at Coimbatore

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

  2. Coimbatore → change point 1

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~900 km

    ~20h|Tentative fare ₹990–₹2,570

  3. Change buses at a major city (around km 900)

    Get down at the bus stand of a large city on the highway and take the next bus towards Ratlam. If your connection is not until the next day, stay the night there.

  4. change point 1 → Ratlam

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~900 km

    ~20h|Tentative fare ₹990–₹2,570

  5. Arrive in Ratlam

    Ratlam, 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: Coimbatore to Ratlam

Nearest railway stations: Coimbatore North for Coimbatore, Ratlam Jn for Ratlam.

No direct train found — best options with a change

1 change · 30h 12m in total

Tiruchirappalli Mangalore Weekly Superfast Express#12653 · Superfast
09:37 PMSulur Road
2h 13m14 stops
11:50 PMShoranur Jn

Change trains at Shoranur Jn — about 55m wait

TRIVANDRUM - DELHI H NIZAMUDDIN Rajdhani Exp#12431 · Rajdhani
12:45 AMShoranur Jn
27h 4m249 stops
03:49 AM+1dRunkhera

1 change · 30h 52m in total

Chennai-Thiruvananthapuram Express#12697 · Superfast
10:16 PMSulur Road
1h 58m15 stops
12:14 AM+1dVallathol Nagar

Change trains at Vallathol Nagar — about 50m wait

ERNAKULAM - DELHI H NIZAMUDDIN Duronto Exp#12283 · Duronto
01:04 AMVallathol Nagar
28h 4m252 stops
05:08 AM+1dRunkhera

1 change · 31h in total

HUBLI - TRIVANDRUM KOCHUVELI SF Exp#12777 · Superfast
10:08 PMSulur Road
2h 5m16 stops
12:13 AM+1dVallathol Nagar

Change trains at Vallathol Nagar — about 51m wait

ERNAKULAM - DELHI H NIZAMUDDIN Duronto Exp#12283 · Duronto
01:04 AMVallathol Nagar
28h 4m252 stops
05:08 AM+1dRunkhera

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.

Coimbatore to Ratlam: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Coimbatore to Ratlam is about 1799 km by road, roughly 36 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 1799 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹68,724 · Ertiga ₹87,614 · Innova ₹91,392 · Innova Crysta ₹1,12,531 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹1,55,616
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹1,980 · AC Seater ₹3,240 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹2,880 · AC Sleeper ₹4,140 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹5,090
  • Train: Sleeper ₹1,110 · Economy ₹1,830 · Third AC ₹2,550 · Second AC ₹3,630 · First AC ₹5,070

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 Ratlam.

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Stops & Places Along the Route

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

  1. Mysuru190 km from Coimbatore

    Karnataka

  2. Hampi625 km from Coimbatore

    Karnataka

  3. Dharashiv1040 km from Coimbatore

    Maharashtra

  4. Paithan1240 km from Coimbatore

    Maharashtra

  5. Jalgaon1455 km from Coimbatore

    Maharashtra

  6. Mandu1650 km from Coimbatore

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Things to Do in Ratlam

Sample Authentic Ratlami Sev at a Local Namkeen Shop

Ratlam is the birthplace of Ratlami sev, a spiced, crunchy gram-flour snack so tied to the city that it carries its own GI authenticity mark. Seeking out a long-running…

30-45 minutes

Climb the Kirti Stambh Tower in Sailana

About 20 km from Ratlam in the former princely town of Sailana, the Kirti Stambh is a tall commemorative pillar built by King Jaswant Singh between 1859 and 1919, with…

1 hour

Visit the Jain Pilgrimage Site of Bibrod Teerth

Bibrod Teerth is a significant Jain temple complex near Ratlam that draws pilgrims for its peaceful setting and carved marble shrines. It offers a quieter counterpoint…

1 hour

Birdwatching at Kharmour Bird Sanctuary

This wetland sanctuary near Ratlam attracts migratory and resident waterbirds across the cooler months, making it a rewarding stop for anyone with binoculars and a…

1-2 hours

Shop for Ratlami Sarees and Mawa Sweets in the Old Bazaar

Along with its namkeen, Ratlam is known for handwoven saris and rich mawa-based sweets sold in the older market lanes near the city centre. A walk through these bazaars…

1-2 hours

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Suggested Ratlam Itinerary

Day 1Day 1

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

Day 2Day 2

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

Day 3Day 3

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

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