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Cuddalore to Solapur

Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu to Solapur, Maharashtra.

1013 kmDistance
20.3 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹39,164
Ertiga₹49,801
Innova₹51,928
Innova Crysta₹64,064
Tempo Traveller (12)₹88,092

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹1,110
AC Seater₹1,820
Non-AC Sleeper₹1,620
AC Sleeper₹2,330
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹2,890
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Train
Sleeper₹640
Economy₹1,040
Third AC₹1,450
Second AC₹2,060
First AC₹2,870
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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: Cuddalore to Solapur

1013 km · ~21h 16m · About 20h of driving split over 3 days, plus stops.

  1. Start from Cuddalore

    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. 188 km · 3h 45m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 338

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

  4. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 488

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

  5. 188 km · 3h 45m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 675

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

  6. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 825

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

  7. 188 km · 3h 45m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Solapur

    Solapur, Maharashtra

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: Cuddalore to Solapur

1013 km · ~22h 32m · 2 bus rides with 1 change. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.

  1. Board at Cuddalore

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

  2. Cuddalore → change point 1

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~507 km

    ~11h 16m|Tentative fare ₹560–₹1,470

  3. Change buses at a major city (around km 507)

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

  4. change point 1 → Solapur

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~507 km

    ~11h 16m|Tentative fare ₹560–₹1,470

  5. Arrive in Solapur

    Solapur, Maharashtra

Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.

By Train: Cuddalore to Solapur

Nearest railway stations: Tiruppappuliyur for Cuddalore, Solapur Jn for Solapur.

No direct train found — best options with a change

1 change · 22h 11m in total

Puducherry-Tirupati Passenger#56042 · Passenger
01:50 PMPuducherry
1h5 stops
02:50 PMMundilyampakkam

Change trains at Mundilyampakkam — about 1h 6m wait

NAGERCOIL - MUMBAI CST Balaji Exp#16352 · Express
03:56 PMMundilyampakkam
20h 5m131 stops
12:01 PM+1dMundhewadi

1 change · 23h 31m in total

Puducherry-Howrah (Aurobindo) Express#12868 · Superfast
12:30 PMPuducherry
40m4 stops
01:10 PMVillupuram Jn

Change trains at Villupuram Jn — about 2h 40m wait

NAGERCOIL - MUMBAI CST Balaji Exp#16352 · Express
03:50 PMVillupuram Jn
20h 11m132 stops
12:01 PM+1dMundhewadi

1 change · 25h in total

Cuddalore Vriddhachalam Passenger#56833 · Passenger
08:50 PMCuddalore Port
1h 15m5 stops
10:05 PMVridhachalam Jn

Change trains at Vridhachalam Jn — about 45m wait

MADURAI - MUMBAI LTT Exp#11044 · Express
10:50 PMVridhachalam Jn
23h139 stops
09:50 PM+1dMundhewadi

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.

Cuddalore to Solapur: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Cuddalore to Solapur is about 1013 km by road, roughly 20.3 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 1013 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹39,164 · Ertiga ₹49,801 · Innova ₹51,928 · Innova Crysta ₹64,064 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹88,092
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹1,110 · AC Seater ₹1,820 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹1,620 · AC Sleeper ₹2,330 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹2,890
  • Train: Sleeper ₹640 · Economy ₹1,040 · Third AC ₹1,450 · Second AC ₹2,060 · First AC ₹2,870

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 Solapur.

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Stops & Places Along the Route

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

  1. Tiruvannamalai110 km from Cuddalore

    Tamil Nadu

  2. Vellore190 km from Cuddalore

    Tamil Nadu

  3. Chittoor230 km from Cuddalore

    Andhra Pradesh

  4. Anantapur520 km from Cuddalore

    Andhra Pradesh

Hotels in Solapur

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Things to Do in Solapur

Pay respects at the Great Indian Bustard Sanctuary (nearby, not in…

Take a short 40-minute drive to the nearby grasslands of Nanaj, a protected area for the critically endangered Great Indian Bustard. You won’t always see the bird, but…

3 hours (including travel)

Stroll around Siddheshwar Temple and the lake

Visit this ancient Shiva temple, built in the Hemadpanthi style, which sits beside the large Siddheshwar Lake. Walk the calm perimeter, watch locals feed the fish, and…

1 hour

Attend the evening aarti at the Shri Ram Mandir (Ram Mandir)

Join the serene evening prayer ceremony at this large, white-stone temple dedicated to Lord Rama, a major spiritual stop for pilgrims heading to Pandharpur. The aarti,…

45 minutes

Visit the Solapur Fort (Bhuikot Killa)

Explore this 14th-century stone fort, once a key military outpost of the Adil Shahi and Mughal eras, with its massive ramparts, bastions, and a central mosque. It’s a…

1.5 hours

Explore the historic Kambhar Bhavan and old city lanes

Wander through the narrow, bustling lanes of the old city around the Kambhar Bhavan, a heritage mansion known for its ornate wooden carvings and courtyard. This gives…

2 hours

See the weaving at Solapur Chaddar Handloom Clusters

Watch skilled artisans at work in the city’s famous handloom units, where the thick, warm Solapuri chaddars are woven using traditional pit looms. You can buy directly…

1 hour

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Suggested Solapur Itinerary

Day 1Day 1

  • Visit the Solapur Handloom Cooperative Society or a local chaddar showroom to see the weaving process and purchase authentic…
  • Walk through the serene Siddheshwar Temple complex, a 12th-century shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva, with its peaceful lake and…
  • Stroll around the central market area (Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Market) to observe daily life and sample local snacks.

Day 2Day 2

  • Visit the iconic Vitthal-Rukmini Temple, known for its intricate black stone architecture and the revered idol of Lord Vitthal.
  • Walk along the Chandrabhaga River ghats, where pilgrims perform rituals; enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and shade of old trees.
  • Explore the small museum near the temple (if open) or rest at a local tea stall, watching the flow of devotees.

Day 3Day 3

  • Climb (or take the gentle ramp) to the Tuljabhavani Temple, dedicated to Goddess Bhavani, with its historic fort-like setting…
  • Visit the nearby Siddheshwar Temple and the small pond within the temple complex, ideal for quiet reflection.
  • Return to Solapur and spend the afternoon at the Gandhi Bhavan or a local park, then buy more chaddars or traditional Kolhapuri…

Food & Rest Stops in Solapur

  • Hotel Tripursundari1.9 km from centre

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