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Dhar to Mandsaur

Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Dhar, Madhya Pradesh to Mandsaur, Madhya Pradesh.

214 kmDistance
4.3 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹11,710
Ertiga₹14,860
Innova₹15,490
Innova Crysta₹19,140
Tempo Traveller (12)₹26,200

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹240
AC Seater₹390
Non-AC Sleeper₹340
AC Sleeper₹490
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹650
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Train
Sleeper₹160
Economy₹240
Third AC₹330
Second AC₹460
First AC₹630
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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: Dhar to Mandsaur

214 km · ~4h 37m · About 4h of driving, plus stops.

  1. Start from Dhar

    An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.

  2. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest & refuel near Jaora

    About 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.

  3. 64 km · 1h 17m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Mandsaur

    Mandsaur, 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: Dhar to Mandsaur

214 km · ~4h 45m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

  1. Board at Dhar

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

  2. Dhar → Mandsaur

    AC Seater / Volvo · ~214 km

    ~4h 45m|Tentative fare ₹240–₹650

  3. Arrive in Mandsaur

    Mandsaur, 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: Dhar to Mandsaur

Nearest railway stations: Mhow (about 49 km away) for Dhar, Mandasor for Mandsaur.

No direct train found — best options with a change

1 change · 7h 14m in total

Mhow Ratlam Passenger#52966 · Passenger
12:25 PMMhow
3h 55m18 stops
04:20 PMRatlam Jn

Change trains at Ratlam Jn — about 1h 20m wait

Ratlam Chittaurgarh Express#19327 · Express
05:40 PMRatlam Jn
1h 59m9 stops
07:39 PMMalhargarh

1 change · 7h 43m in total

Akola Ratlam Fast Pass#52976 · Passenger
12:40 AMMhow
3h 45m18 stops
04:25 AMRatlam Jn

Change trains at Ratlam Jn — about 2h wait

Ratlam-Ajmer Express#19653 · Express
06:25 AMRatlam Jn
1h 58m9 stops
08:23 AMMalhargarh

1 change · 8h 22m in total

Mhow Indore MG Fast Passenger#52982 · Passenger
04:20 PMMhow
50m7 stops
05:10 PMLakshmibai Nagar

Change trains at Lakshmibai Nagar — about 56m wait

Indore Jaipur link Express#59307 · Passenger
06:06 PMLakshmibai Nagar
6h 36m29 stops
12:42 AM+1dMalhargarh

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.

Dhar to Mandsaur: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Dhar to Mandsaur is about 214 km by road, roughly 4.3 hours of travel time. The road passes near Ratlam.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 214 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹11,710 · Ertiga ₹14,860 · Innova ₹15,490 · Innova Crysta ₹19,140 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹26,200
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹240 · AC Seater ₹390 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹340 · AC Sleeper ₹490 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹650
  • Train: Sleeper ₹160 · Economy ₹240 · Third AC ₹330 · Second AC ₹460 · First AC ₹630

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 Mandsaur.

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Stops & Places Along the Route

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

  1. Ratlam110 km from Dhar

Hotels in Mandsaur

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Things to Do in Mandsaur

See the Eight-Faced Shiva Lingam at Pashupatinath Temple

Dating from the 10th to 12th centuries and standing on the banks of the Shivna River, this temple houses a rare Ashtamukhi (eight-faced) monolithic Shiva lingam, one of…

1 hour

Wildlife Drive Through Gandhi Sagar Sanctuary

The forests around Gandhi Sagar Dam shelter chinkara and sambar and hide the little-visited Hinglajgarh fort deep within the sanctuary. Combined with the Gandhi Sagar…

3-4 hours

Explore the Ruined Hinglajgarh Fort

Tucked inside Gandhi Sagar Sanctuary roughly 39 km from the forest retreat, Hinglajgarh is a crumbling hilltop fort that has largely been reclaimed by forest, giving it…

2-3 hours

Visit the Monolithic Dharmarajeshwara Temple

Carved from a single mass of rock in the 9th century, this temple dedicated to both Shiva and Vishnu is a striking piece of sculptural engineering distinct from the…

45-60 minutes

Stay at Gandhi Sagar Floating Festival Tent City

Seasonal luxury tented accommodations set up along the Gandhi Sagar reservoir offer river views alongside adventure activities like kayaking and nature walks, turning…

overnight

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Suggested Mandsaur Itinerary

Day 1Day 1

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

Day 2Day 2

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

Day 3Day 3

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

Extend Your Trip

Add a nearby place to your Mandsaur trip and see the full Dhar → Mandsaur → next stop route.

Mandsaur → Neemuch

About 65 km by road

Mandsaur → Ratlam

About 105 km by road

Mandsaur → Chittorgarh

About 130 km by road

Mandsaur → Ujjain

About 160 km by road

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