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Dehradun to Chitradurga

Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Dehradun, Uttarakhand to Chitradurga, Karnataka.

2336 kmDistance
46.7 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹89,395
Ertiga₹1,13,923
Innova₹1,18,829
Innova Crysta₹1,46,357
Tempo Traveller (12)₹2,02,224

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹2,570
AC Seater₹4,200
Non-AC Sleeper₹3,740
AC Sleeper₹5,370
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹6,590
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Train
Sleeper₹1,430
Economy₹2,370
Third AC₹3,300
Second AC₹4,700
First AC₹6,570
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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: Dehradun to Chitradurga

2336 km · ~50h 43m · About 47h of driving split over 6 days, plus stops.

  1. Start from Dehradun

    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. 89 km · 1h 47m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 389

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

  5. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 539

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

  6. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 689

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

  7. 89 km · 1h 47m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 779

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

  8. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 929

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

  9. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1079

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

  10. 89 km · 1h 47m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 1168

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

  11. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1318

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

  12. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1468

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

  13. 89 km · 1h 47m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 1557

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

  14. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1707

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

  15. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1857

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

  16. 89 km · 1h 47m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 1947

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

  17. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 2097

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

  18. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 2247

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

  19. 89 km · 1h 47m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Chitradurga

    Chitradurga, Karnataka

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: Dehradun to Chitradurga

2336 km · ~51h 57m · 3 bus rides with 2 changes. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.

  1. Board at Dehradun

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

  2. Dehradun → change point 1

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~779 km

    ~17h 19m|Tentative fare ₹860–₹2,230

  3. Change buses at a major city (around km 779)

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

  4. change point 1 → change point 2

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~779 km

    ~17h 19m|Tentative fare ₹860–₹2,230

  5. Change buses at a major city (around km 1557)

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

  6. change point 2 → Chitradurga

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~779 km

    ~17h 19m|Tentative fare ₹860–₹2,230

  7. Arrive in Chitradurga

    Chitradurga, Karnataka

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

By Train: Dehradun to Chitradurga

Nearest railway stations: Dehradun for Dehradun, Chitradurg for Chitradurga.

No direct train found — best options with a change

2 changes · 51h 40m in total

DEHRADUN - KOCHUVELI SF Express#12288 · Superfast
06:00 AMDehradun
37h 14m310 stops
07:14 PM+1dMajorda

Change trains at Majorda — about 1h 52m wait

VASCO DA GAMA - YESVANTPUR Exp#17310 · Express
09:06 PMMajorda
7h 18m42 stops
04:24 AM+1dHarihar

Change trains at Harihar — about 2h 46m wait

Harihar Chitradurga Passenger#56518 · Passenger
07:10 AMHarihar
2h 30m12 stops
09:40 AMChitradurg

2 changes · 53h 44m in total

Dehradun Chennai Express#12688 · Superfast
07:20 AMDehradun
7h 5m47 stops
02:25 PMDelhi H Nizamuddin

Change trains at Delhi H Nizamuddin — about 6h 25m wait

Delhi H Nizamuddin-Bangalore Rajdhani Express#12430 · Rajdhani
08:50 PMDelhi H Nizamuddin
28h 12m240 stops
01:02 AM+2dGuntakal Jn

Change trains at Guntakal Jn — about 6h 3m wait

Guntakal Chikjajur Passenger#57452 · Passenger
07:05 AMGuntakal Jn
5h 59m22 stops
01:04 PMChikkandawadi

2 changes · 55h 4m in total

DEHRADUN - KOCHUVELI SF Express#12288 · Superfast
06:00 AMDehradun
29h 50m257 stops
11:50 AM+1dKopar Road

Change trains at Kopar Road — about 3h 4m wait

Mumbai - Chennai Express#11041 · Express
02:54 PMKopar Road
15h 21m105 stops
06:15 AM+1dGuntakal Jn

Change trains at Guntakal Jn — about 50m wait

Guntakal Chikjajur Passenger#57452 · Passenger
07:05 AMGuntakal Jn
5h 59m22 stops
01:04 PMChikkandawadi

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.

Dehradun to Chitradurga: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Dehradun to Chitradurga is about 2336 km by road, roughly 46.7 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 2336 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹89,395 · Ertiga ₹1,13,923 · Innova ₹1,18,829 · Innova Crysta ₹1,46,357 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹2,02,224
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹2,570 · AC Seater ₹4,200 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹3,740 · AC Sleeper ₹5,370 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹6,590
  • Train: Sleeper ₹1,430 · Economy ₹2,370 · Third AC ₹3,300 · Second AC ₹4,700 · First AC ₹6,570

Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.

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Stops & Places Along the Route

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

  1. Meerut195 km from Dehradun

    Uttar Pradesh

  2. Agra450 km from Dehradun

    Uttar Pradesh

  3. Kuno675 km from Dehradun

    Madhya Pradesh

  4. Bhimbetka1070 km from Dehradun

    Madhya Pradesh

  5. Washim1480 km from Dehradun

    Maharashtra

  6. Kalaburagi1885 km from Dehradun

Hotels in Chitradurga

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Things to Do in Chitradurga

Explore Chitradurga Fort

Spend hours wandering through the massive fort complex, climbing its walls, and discovering its hidden passages, granaries, and temples. The panoramic views from the…

3-4 hours

Visit the Obavvana Kindi

Located within the fort, this narrow crevice is where Onake Obavva made her stand. A small memorial and plaque tell the story, making it a poignant stop.

30 minutes

Discover Chandravalli Caves

Drive to the Chandravalli valley and explore the natural rock shelters and caves. The site is archaeologically significant, with artifacts dating back to the Mauryan…

2 hours

Shop for Molakalmuru Silk

Take a trip to Molakalmuru town to see weavers at work on traditional pit looms and purchase authentic silk sarees known for their unique zari work. This supports local…

Half day

Picnic at Vani Vilas Sagar

Relax by the reservoir of this historic gravity dam, built in 1907. The serene waters and surrounding hills make it an ideal spot for a peaceful afternoon.

2-3 hours

Trek to the Fort's Highest Point

For adventure seekers, a trek up the fort's rocky paths to the highest vantage point offers a thrilling experience and rewarding views of the entire town and landscape.

1-2 hours

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Suggested Chitradurga Itinerary

Day 1The Stone Fortress and Its Legends

  • Explore Chitradurga Fort's seven walls, granaries, and temples
  • Visit the Obavvana Kindi and learn the Onake Obavva legend
  • See the fort's hilltop viewpoints and ancient water systems

Day 2Caves and a Century-Old Dam

  • Explore Chandravalli Caves and surrounding valley
  • Picnic lunch near the caves or at the dam
  • Walk along Vani Vilas Sagar dam and learn its 1907 history

Day 3Silk Weaving in Molakalmuru

  • Visit handloom weaving units in Molakalmuru
  • See the zari border and pallu crafting process
  • Shop for authentic Molakalmuru silk sarees
Full 3-day itinerary →

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