Dehradun to Kumbakonam
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Dehradun, Uttarakhand to Kumbakonam, 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: Dehradun to Kumbakonam
2804 km · ~60h 45m · About 56h of driving split over 7 days, plus stops.
- Start from Dehradun
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.
101 km · 2h 1m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 401Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 551Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 701Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
101 km · 2h 1m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 801Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 951Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1101Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
101 km · 2h 1m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 1202Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1352Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1502Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
101 km · 2h 1m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 1602Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1752Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1902Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
101 km · 2h 1m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 2003Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 2153Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 2303Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
101 km · 2h 1m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 2403Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 2553Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 2703Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
101 km · 2h 1m drive from previous stop
Arrive in KumbakonamKumbakonam, 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: Dehradun to Kumbakonam
2804 km · ~62h 21m · 3 bus rides with 2 changes. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.
- 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.
- Dehradun → change point 1
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~935 km
~20h 47m|Tentative fare ₹1,030–₹2,670
- Change buses at a major city (around km 935)
Get down at the bus stand of a large city on the highway and take the next bus towards Kumbakonam. If your connection is not until the next day, stay the night there.
- change point 1 → change point 2
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~935 km
~20h 47m|Tentative fare ₹1,030–₹2,670
- Change buses at a major city (around km 1869)
Get down at the bus stand of a large city on the highway and take the next bus towards Kumbakonam. If your connection is not until the next day, stay the night there.
- change point 2 → Kumbakonam
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~935 km
~20h 47m|Tentative fare ₹1,030–₹2,670
- Arrive in Kumbakonam
Kumbakonam, 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: Dehradun to Kumbakonam
Nearest railway stations: Dehradun for Dehradun, Kumbakonam for Kumbakonam.
No direct train found — best options with a change
1 change · 56h 25m in total
Change trains at Vijayawada Jn — about 6h 30m wait
2 changes · 56h 25m in total
Change trains at Krishna Canal — about 1h 55m wait
Change trains at Gunadala — about 3h 35m wait
2 changes · 56h 25m in total
Change trains at Warangal — about 4h 19m wait
Change trains at Gunadala — 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.
Dehradun to Kumbakonam: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Dehradun to Kumbakonam is about 2804 km by road, roughly 56.1 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 2804 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹1,07,603 · Ertiga ₹1,37,045 · Innova ₹1,42,933 · Innova Crysta ₹1,76,125 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹2,43,036
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹3,080 · AC Seater ₹5,050 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹4,490 · AC Sleeper ₹6,450 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹7,900
- Train: Sleeper ₹1,710 · Economy ₹2,830 · Third AC ₹3,960 · Second AC ₹5,640 · First AC ₹7,880
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
Want the full Kumbakonam guide?
Attractions, itineraries, temples and travel tips for Kumbakonam.
Stops & Places Along the Route
Good places to break the journey from Dehradun to Kumbakonam. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.
- Aligarh350 km from Dehradun
Uttar Pradesh
- Gwalior595 km from Dehradun
Madhya Pradesh
- Sagar940 km from Dehradun
Madhya Pradesh
- Wardha1385 km from Dehradun
Maharashtra
- Mahavir Harina Vanasthali National Park1840 km from Dehradun
Telangana
- Kadapa Airport2285 km from Dehradun
Andhra Pradesh
Hotels in Kumbakonam
Treebo hotels in Thanjavur, about 33 km from Kumbakonam. Tell us your dates and we'll get you a rate.
Treebo Premium La Orchid
Thanjavur
Treebo Naaz Royal
Thanjavur
Things to Do in Kumbakonam
Visit Adi Kumbeswarar Temple
Explore the sprawling complex dedicated to Shiva, with its towering gopuram and the sacred tank where the nectar pot is said to have landed. Witness the vibrant rituals…
1-2 hours
Marvel at Sarangapani Temple's Gopuram
Admire the 11-tiered gopuram and the unique chariot-shaped sanctum entrance, a masterpiece of Nayak architecture. Participate in the daily pujas and feel the spiritual…
1-2 hours
Circumambulate the Mahamaham Tank
Walk around the sacred tank, surrounded by 16 small mandapams and shrines. Learn about its mythological significance and the grand festival that occurs every 12 years.
1 hour
Take a Day Trip to Airavatesvara Temple, Darasuram
Drive to this UNESCO World Heritage site, a gem of Chola architecture. Admire the stone chariot wheels, the intricate friezes, and the musical steps that echo with…
Half day
Sip Kumbakonam Degree Coffee
Indulge in the town's famous filter coffee, brewed in a brass davara and served with frothy milk. Visit a local stall to experience the authentic 'degree' that has made…
30 minutes
Explore Local Bazaars
Wander through the bustling streets to buy betel leaves, brassware, and traditional silk. Interact with locals and observe daily life in this vibrant temple town.
2 hours
Suggested Kumbakonam Itinerary
Day 1Day 1
- Morning darshan at Adi Kumbeswarar Temple
- Visit Sarangapani Temple and climb its gopuram
- Walk around Mahamaham Tank and its 20 ghats
Day 2Day 2
- Morning visit to Airavatesvara Temple, Darasuram
- Photography and detailed exploration of Darasuram's carvings
- Afternoon darshan at Nageswaran Temple
Day 3Day 3
- Optional morning visit to Kasi Viswanathar Temple
- Shopping for betel leaves, brass items, and silk
- Leisurely lunch at a heritage-style restaurant
Extend Your Trip
Add a nearby place to your Kumbakonam trip and see the full Dehradun → Kumbakonam → next stop route.
Kumbakonam → Velankanni
About 75 km by road
Kumbakonam → Chidambaram
About 75 km by road
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