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Indore to Jhabua

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

170 kmDistance
3.4 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹6,569
Ertiga₹8,354
Innova₹8,711
Innova Crysta₹10,746
Tempo Traveller (12)₹14,780

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹190
AC Seater₹310
Non-AC Sleeper₹270
AC Sleeper₹390
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹530
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Train
Sleeper₹130
Economy₹200
Third AC₹270
Second AC₹370
First AC₹510
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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: Indore to Jhabua

170 km · ~3h 24m · About 3h of driving, plus stops.

  1. Start from Indore

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

  2. 170 km · 3h 24m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Jhabua

    Jhabua, 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: Indore to Jhabua

170 km · ~3h 47m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

  1. Board at Indore

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

  2. Indore → Jhabua

    Non-AC or AC Seater · ~170 km

    ~3h 47m|Tentative fare ₹190–₹530

  3. Arrive in Jhabua

    Jhabua, 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: Indore to Jhabua

Nearest railway stations: Indore Jn Bg for Indore, Meghnagar for Jhabua.

Direct trains

Indore Pune Express#19312 · Express
02:00 PMIndore Jn Bg
4h 25m31 stops
06:25 PMMeghnagar
Avantika Express#12962 · Superfast
03:50 PMIndore Jn Bg
4h 49m31 stops
08:39 PMMeghnagar
Shanti Express#19310 · Express
10:45 PMIndore Jn Bg
4h 46m31 stops
03:31 AM+1dMeghnagar
Indore- Mumbai Central Duronto Express#12228 · Duronto
11:00 PMIndore Jn Bg
4h31 stops
03:00 AM+1dMeghnagar

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.

Indore to Jhabua: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Indore to Jhabua is about 170 km by road, roughly 3.4 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 170 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹6,569 · Ertiga ₹8,354 · Innova ₹8,711 · Innova Crysta ₹10,746 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹14,780
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹190 · AC Seater ₹310 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹270 · AC Sleeper ₹390 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹530
  • Train: Sleeper ₹130 · Economy ₹200 · Third AC ₹270 · Second AC ₹370 · First AC ₹510

Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.

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Things to Do in Jhabua

Join the Bhagoria Haat if visiting in March

Jhabua is one of the epicenters of the Bhagoria festival, where Bhil villagers gather at weekly haats in a swirl of drums, flute-driven Bhili dance and vivid dress in…

Half day

Shop for Bhil bead jewelry and bamboo craft

Jhabua's tribal artisans are known for intricate bead jewelry, an art tradition locals trace back thousands of years, alongside bamboo work and wall hangings found in…

1-2 hours

Visit Kedareshwar Temple and the old Jhabua Fort

The Shiva temple and the town's modest fort are Jhabua's own historical anchors, unremarkable in scale next to Bundelkhand's grander sites but a fair reflection of the…

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Suggested Jhabua Itinerary

Day 1Day 1

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

Day 2Day 2

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

Day 3Day 3

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

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