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Ichalkaranji to Chiplun

Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Ichalkaranji, Maharashtra to Chiplun, Maharashtra.

178 kmDistance
3.6 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹6,855
Ertiga₹8,724
Innova₹9,097
Innova Crysta₹11,216
Tempo Traveller (12)₹15,452

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹200
AC Seater₹320
Non-AC Sleeper₹280
AC Sleeper₹410
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹550
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Train
Sleeper₹140
Economy₹210
Third AC₹280
Second AC₹390
First AC₹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: Ichalkaranji to Chiplun

178 km · ~3h 34m · About 4h of driving, plus stops.

  1. Start from Ichalkaranji

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

  2. 178 km · 3h 34m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Chiplun

    Chiplun, 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: Ichalkaranji to Chiplun

178 km · ~3h 57m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

  1. Board at Ichalkaranji

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

  2. Ichalkaranji → Chiplun

    Non-AC or AC Seater · ~178 km

    ~3h 57m|Tentative fare ₹200–₹550

  3. Arrive in Chiplun

    Chiplun, 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: Ichalkaranji to Chiplun

Nearest railway stations: Hatkanagale for Ichalkaranji, Chiplun for Chiplun.

No direct train found — best options with a change

1 change · 12h 53m in total

Chalukya Express#11018 · Express
08:50 PMMiraj Jn
8h 18m66 stops
05:08 AM+1dDiva

Change trains at Diva — about 52m wait

DADAR - MADGAON Jan Shatabdi Exp#12051 · Jan Shatabdi
06:00 AMDiva
3h 43m32 stops
09:43 AMAravali Road

1 change · 12h 53m in total

Mysore-Dadar Sharavati Express#11036 · Express
08:50 PMMiraj Jn
8h 18m66 stops
05:08 AM+1dDiva

Change trains at Diva — about 52m wait

DADAR - MADGAON Jan Shatabdi Exp#12051 · Jan Shatabdi
06:00 AMDiva
3h 43m32 stops
09:43 AMAravali Road

1 change · 14h 7m in total

DELHI H NIZAMUDDIN - VASCO DA GAMA Goa Exp#12780 · Superfast
09:27 PMMadhavnagar
8h 28m35 stops
05:55 AM+1dMajorda

Change trains at Majorda — about 1h 16m wait

ERNAKULAM - MUM LTT AC Duronto#12224 · Duronto
07:11 AMMajorda
4h 23m26 stops
11:34 AMKhed

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.

Ichalkaranji to Chiplun: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Ichalkaranji to Chiplun is about 178 km by road, roughly 3.6 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 178 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹6,855 · Ertiga ₹8,724 · Innova ₹9,097 · Innova Crysta ₹11,216 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹15,452
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹200 · AC Seater ₹320 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹280 · AC Sleeper ₹410 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹550
  • Train: Sleeper ₹140 · Economy ₹210 · Third AC ₹280 · Second AC ₹390 · First AC ₹530

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 Ichalkaranji to Chiplun. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.

  1. Kolhapur25 km from Ichalkaranji

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Things to Do in Chiplun

Explore the Guhagar Beach via the Chiplun-Guhagar Road

Drive the scenic 35 km route through the ghats to reach Guhagar Beach, a clean, less-crowded stretch of golden sand on the Konkan coast. Enjoy a leisurely walk, dip…

Half day (including travel)

Climb to the Marleshwar Temple (Shivling in a Cave)

Drive 20 km from Chiplun to the Marleshwar Temple, a 7th-century cave shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva, tucked under a waterfall. The short climb up stone steps through…

2-3 hours

Visit the Parshuram Temple and Ghat Steps

Walk through the centuries-old Parshuram Temple dedicated to Lord Parshuram, set right on the banks of the Vashishti river. Spend time on the stone ghats watching local…

1.5 hours

Visit the Koyna Wildlife Sanctuary (Sajjangad Side)

From Chiplun, take a short drive to the edge of the Koyna Wildlife Sanctuary, where you can spot sambar, langurs, and many bird species along the forested slopes. The…

3-4 hours

Take a Coracle or Boat Ride on the Vashishti River

Hire a traditional round coracle or a small motorboat from the jetty near the temple for a slow, peaceful ride upstream. You’ll see mangroves, small islands, and the…

1 hour

Walk the Old Chiplun Market and Ganpati Ali

Stroll through the narrow lanes of Chiplun’s traditional market area, known for local spices, cashews, and hand-pounded rice. Stop at the small Ganpati temple in the…

1.5 hours

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Suggested Chiplun Itinerary

Day 1Day 1

  • Visit the Parshuram Temple complex, explore the main shrine and the small pond beside it, and listen to the temple priest’s…
  • Take a leisurely stroll along the Vashishti river ghat, watching local fishermen and enjoying the sunset over the Sahyadri hills.
  • Stop by the local Chiplun market (if open) to pick up fresh bananas or homemade chikki (jaggery brittle) for a light evening…

Day 2Day 2

  • Drive to the nearby Koyna Wildlife Sanctuary entrance (about 40 minutes) for a short nature walk along the forest edge, spotting…
  • Visit the small but dramatic Vashishti Waterfall (near the confluence of the river with the ghat road), especially good after…
  • Explore the ruins of the 17th-century Govalkot Fort, a short climb (30 minutes, easy slope) offering panoramic views of the…

Day 3Day 3

  • Drive to the ancient Kadyavarcha Ganpati Temple (about 45 minutes), set on a hillock near the coast, and enjoy the peaceful…
  • Stop at the quiet Harihareshwar Beach (about 1 hour from Chiplun) for a gentle walk on the sand, with optional time to sit under…
  • Visit the small Kalbhairav Temple in the old part of Chiplun town on your way back, a local favourite for its carved stone…

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