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Howrah to Chhindwara

Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Howrah, West Bengal to Chhindwara, Madhya Pradesh.

1250 kmDistance
25 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹48,125
Ertiga₹61,250
Innova₹63,875
Innova Crysta₹78,750
Tempo Traveller (12)₹1,08,500

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹1,380
AC Seater₹2,250
Non-AC Sleeper₹2,000
AC Sleeper₹2,880
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹3,550
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Train
Sleeper₹780
Economy₹1,280
Third AC₹1,780
Second AC₹2,530
First AC₹3,530
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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: Howrah to Chhindwara

1250 km · ~27h · About 25h of driving split over 3 days, plus stops.

  1. Start from Howrah

    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. 117 km · 2h 20m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 417

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

  5. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 567

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

  6. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 717

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

  7. 117 km · 2h 20m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 833

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

  8. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 983

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

  9. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1133

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

  10. 117 km · 2h 20m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Chhindwara

    Chhindwara, 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: Howrah to Chhindwara

1250 km · ~27h 46m · 2 bus rides with 1 change. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.

  1. Board at Howrah

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

  2. Howrah → change point 1

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~625 km

    ~13h 53m|Tentative fare ₹690–₹1,800

  3. Change buses at a major city (around km 625)

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

  4. change point 1 → Chhindwara

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~625 km

    ~13h 53m|Tentative fare ₹690–₹1,800

  5. Arrive in Chhindwara

    Chhindwara, 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: Howrah to Chhindwara

Nearest railway stations: Howrah Jn for Howrah, Chhindwara Junction for Chhindwara.

No direct train found — best options with a change

1 change · 27h 20m in total

HOWRAH - MUMBAI CST AC Duronto Exp#12262 · Duronto
08:20 AMHowrah Jn
15h 9m173 stops
11:29 PMItwari

Change trains at Itwari — about 5h 44m wait

Nagpur Chindwara Passenger#58831 · Passenger
05:13 AMItwari
6h 27m24 stops
11:40 AMChhindwara Junction

1 change · 27h 20m in total

HOWRAH - PUNE AC Duronto Exp#12222 · Duronto
08:20 AMHowrah Jn
15h 22m173 stops
11:42 PMItwari

Change trains at Itwari — about 5h 31m wait

Nagpur Chindwara Passenger#58831 · Passenger
05:13 AMItwari
6h 27m24 stops
11:40 AMChhindwara Junction

1 change · 29h 55m in total

HOWRAH - MUMBAI CST AC Duronto Exp#12262 · Duronto
08:20 AMHowrah Jn
15h 9m173 stops
11:29 PMItwari

Change trains at Itwari — about 7h 56m wait

Nagpur Chindwara Passenger#58833 · Passenger
07:25 AMItwari
6h 50m24 stops
02:15 PMChhindwara Junction

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.

Howrah to Chhindwara: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Howrah to Chhindwara is about 1250 km by road, roughly 25 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 1250 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹48,125 · Ertiga ₹61,250 · Innova ₹63,875 · Innova Crysta ₹78,750 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹1,08,500
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹1,380 · AC Seater ₹2,250 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹2,000 · AC Sleeper ₹2,880 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹3,550
  • Train: Sleeper ₹780 · Economy ₹1,280 · Third AC ₹1,780 · Second AC ₹2,530 · First AC ₹3,530

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 Chhindwara.

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Stops & Places Along the Route

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

  1. Kharagpur130 km from Howrah

    West Bengal

  2. Chaibasa330 km from Howrah

    Jharkhand

  3. Korba740 km from Howrah

    Chhattisgarh

  4. Kanha975 km from Howrah

Hotels in Chhindwara

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Things to Do in Chhindwara

Tiger Safari in Pench National Park

Straddling the Pench River and reputedly the landscape that inspired Rudyard Kipling's The Jungle Book, Pench is one of central India's best tiger reserves and also…

3-4 hours

Descend into the Hidden Valley of Patalkot

Ringed by horseshoe-shaped hills and reached via a winding descent, Patalkot is a remote valley home to Bharia and Gond tribal communities who have preserved distinct…

3-4 hours

Escape to Tamia Hill Station

Perched around 700 metres up in the Satpura range about 40 km from Chhindwara, Tamia is a quiet hill town with panoramic viewpoints over forested valleys and a…

half day

Chase the Seasonal Cascades of Kukdi Khapa and Lilahi Falls

These waterfalls near Chhindwara run strongest during and just after the monsoon, tumbling through forested rock formations that are popular with local day-trippers.…

1-2 hours

Learn Tribal Herbal Traditions from Patalkot's Communities

The Bharia tribe of Patalkot is well known for traditional herbal medicine practices passed down through generations, and some village visits arranged through local…

1-2 hours

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Suggested Chhindwara Itinerary

Day 1Day 1

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

Day 2Day 2

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

Day 3Day 3

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

Extend Your Trip

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

Chhindwara → Pench

About 65 km by road

Chhindwara → Satpura

About 70 km by road

Chhindwara → Pachmarhi

About 90 km by road

Chhindwara → Nagpur

About 135 km by road

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