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Durg to Tadoba

Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Durg, Chhattisgarh to Tadoba, Maharashtra.

293 kmDistance
5.9 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₹320
AC Seater₹530
Non-AC Sleeper₹470
AC Sleeper₹670
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹870
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Train
Sleeper₹210
Economy₹320
Third AC₹440
Second AC₹620
First AC₹850
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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: Durg to Tadoba

293 km · ~6h 12m · About 6h of driving, plus stops.

  1. Start from Durg

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

  2. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest & refuel near Kurkhera

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

  3. 143 km · 2h 52m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Tadoba

    Tadoba, 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: Durg to Tadoba

293 km · ~6h 31m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

  1. Board at Durg

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

  2. Durg → Tadoba

    AC Seater / Volvo · ~293 km

    ~6h 31m|Tentative fare ₹320–₹870

    Usual tea / meal halts: Kurkhera (~170 km)

  3. Arrive in Tadoba

    Tadoba, 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: Durg to Tadoba

Nearest railway stations: Durg for Durg, Warora (about 34 km away) for Tadoba.

Direct trains

Korba Tiruvananthapuram Express#16327 · Express
12:30 AMDurg
6h 8m48 stops
06:38 AMChikni Road
RAXAUL - HYDERABAD Deccan Exp#17006 · Express
09:00 AMDurg
6h 39m52 stops
03:39 PMChikni Road
Bilaspur-Ernakulam Express#22815 · Superfast
11:00 AMDurg
6h 3m48 stops
05:03 PMChikni Road
Bilaspur Tirunelveli SF Express#12787 · Superfast
11:00 AMDurg
6h 30m48 stops
05:30 PMChikni Road

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.

Durg to Tadoba: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Durg to Tadoba is about 293 km by road, roughly 5.9 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 293 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 ₹320 · AC Seater ₹530 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹470 · AC Sleeper ₹670 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹870
  • Train: Sleeper ₹210 · Economy ₹320 · Third AC ₹440 · Second AC ₹620 · First AC ₹850

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 Tadoba.

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Stops & Places Along the Route

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

  1. Rajnandgaon35 km from Durg

    Chhattisgarh

Hotels in Tadoba

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Tadoba

Things to Do in Tadoba

Evening Safari in Tadoba Core Zone (Kolsa Range)

Head out in the late afternoon to the Kolsa range, known for its dense teak forests and high tiger density near waterholes. This safari offers a chance to see nocturnal…

3 hours

Birdwatching at Junona Lake

Spend a quiet morning at Junona Lake, a lesser-known water body within the buffer zone, ideal for spotting kingfishers, egrets, and sometimes a fishing eagle. This spot…

2 hours

Tribal Village Walk in Khadsangi

Take a guided walk through the Khadsangi village on the park’s periphery to learn about the local Gond and Kolam tribal communities. You’ll see traditional mud houses,…

2 hours

Boat Ride on Erai Lake (outside the park)

Enjoy a peaceful boat ride on Erai Lake, just outside the reserve, where you can see marsh crocodiles basking and a variety of migratory waterbirds. The calm waters and…

1 hour

Morning Jeep Safari in Moharli Zone

Take a dawn safari through the core zone of Tadoba, where you can spot Bengal tigers, sloth bears, and wild dogs. The early light and cooler temperatures make this the…

3 to 4 hours

Visit the Tadoba Lake and Interpretation Centre

Walk around the scenic Tadoba Lake at the park’s edge, a prime spot for birdwatching with species like the crested serpent eagle and painted stork. The nearby…

1.5 hours

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Suggested Tadoba Itinerary

Day 1Arrival and First Safari into the Core Zone

  • Check in and freshen up at your accommodation near the park entrance
  • Enjoy a traditional Maharashtrian thali lunch at your resort
  • Afternoon jeep safari (2:30 PM to 6:00 PM) through Moharli gate, spotting tigers, sloth bears, and Indian bison

Day 2Full Day of Wildlife and Lake Serenity

  • Early morning safari (6:00 AM to 9:00 AM) in the Tadoba core, focusing on the Pandharpauni and Telia areas
  • Visit Erai Lake for migratory birds like bar-headed geese and painted storks, plus a short nature trail
  • Afternoon safari (2:30 PM to 6:00 PM) via Kolsa gate, with a stop at the Jamunbodi waterhole for animal sightings

Day 3Tribal Village Walk and Departure

  • Guided walk through a Gond tribal village, interacting with locals and viewing their mud-wall paintings
  • Visit the Tadoba Interpretation Centre to understand the park’s history and wildlife ecology
  • Scenic drive along the buffer zone’s forest fringe, with a final stop at a viewpoint overlooking the Andhari river

Extend Your Trip

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