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Indore to Solapur

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

730 kmDistance
14.6 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹28,061
Ertiga₹35,726
Innova₹37,259
Innova Crysta₹45,924
Tempo Traveller (12)₹63,320

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹800
AC Seater₹1,310
Non-AC Sleeper₹1,170
AC Sleeper₹1,680
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹2,090
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Train
Sleeper₹470
Economy₹760
Third AC₹1,050
Second AC₹1,490
First AC₹2,070
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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 Solapur

730 km · ~15h 56m · About 15h of driving split over 2 days, plus stops.

  1. Start from Indore

    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. 65 km · 1h 18m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 365

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

  5. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 515

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

  6. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 665

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

  7. 65 km · 1h 18m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Solapur

    Solapur, 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: Indore to Solapur

730 km · ~16h 13m · 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 → Solapur

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~730 km

    ~16h 13m|Tentative fare ₹800–₹2,090

  3. Arrive in Solapur

    Solapur, 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: Indore to Solapur

Nearest railway stations: Indore Jn Bg for Indore, Solapur Jn for Solapur.

No direct train found — best options with a change

1 change · 22h 44m in total

Indore Pune Express#19312 · Express
02:00 PMIndore Jn Bg
10h 7m78 stops
12:07 AM+1dSurat

Change trains at Surat — about 43m wait

Ahmedabad -Yesvantpur Garib Rath Special#06502 · Garib Rath
12:50 AMSurat
11h 54m104 stops
12:44 PMHotgi

1 change · 23h 14m in total

Ratlam Akola Passenger#52973 · Passenger
01:10 AMLakshmibai Nagar
5h 30m19 stops
06:40 AMKhandwa

Change trains at Khandwa — about 4h 35m wait

Karnataka Express#12628 · Superfast
11:15 AMKhandwa
13h 9m83 stops
12:24 AM+1dHotgi

1 change · 23h 30m in total

Indore Pune Express#19312 · Express
02:00 PMIndore Jn Bg
18h 10m147 stops
08:10 AM+1dPune Jn

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

Pune Solapur InterCity Express#12169 · Superfast
09:30 AMPune Jn
4h33 stops
01:30 PMSolapur Jn

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.

Indore to Solapur: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Indore to Solapur is about 730 km by road, roughly 14.6 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 730 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹28,061 · Ertiga ₹35,726 · Innova ₹37,259 · Innova Crysta ₹45,924 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹63,320
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹800 · AC Seater ₹1,310 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹1,170 · AC Sleeper ₹1,680 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹2,090
  • Train: Sleeper ₹470 · Economy ₹760 · Third AC ₹1,050 · Second AC ₹1,490 · First AC ₹2,070

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

Want the full Solapur guide?

Attractions, itineraries, temples and travel tips for Solapur.

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Stops & Places Along the Route

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

  1. Omkareshwar70 km from Indore

    Madhya Pradesh

  2. Bhusawal240 km from Indore
  3. Jalna415 km from Indore
  4. Beed540 km from Indore

Hotels in Solapur

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Things to Do in Solapur

Pay respects at the Great Indian Bustard Sanctuary (nearby, not in…

Take a short 40-minute drive to the nearby grasslands of Nanaj, a protected area for the critically endangered Great Indian Bustard. You won’t always see the bird, but…

3 hours (including travel)

Stroll around Siddheshwar Temple and the lake

Visit this ancient Shiva temple, built in the Hemadpanthi style, which sits beside the large Siddheshwar Lake. Walk the calm perimeter, watch locals feed the fish, and…

1 hour

Attend the evening aarti at the Shri Ram Mandir (Ram Mandir)

Join the serene evening prayer ceremony at this large, white-stone temple dedicated to Lord Rama, a major spiritual stop for pilgrims heading to Pandharpur. The aarti,…

45 minutes

Visit the Solapur Fort (Bhuikot Killa)

Explore this 14th-century stone fort, once a key military outpost of the Adil Shahi and Mughal eras, with its massive ramparts, bastions, and a central mosque. It’s a…

1.5 hours

Explore the historic Kambhar Bhavan and old city lanes

Wander through the narrow, bustling lanes of the old city around the Kambhar Bhavan, a heritage mansion known for its ornate wooden carvings and courtyard. This gives…

2 hours

See the weaving at Solapur Chaddar Handloom Clusters

Watch skilled artisans at work in the city’s famous handloom units, where the thick, warm Solapuri chaddars are woven using traditional pit looms. You can buy directly…

1 hour

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Suggested Solapur Itinerary

Day 1Day 1

  • Visit the Solapur Handloom Cooperative Society or a local chaddar showroom to see the weaving process and purchase authentic…
  • Walk through the serene Siddheshwar Temple complex, a 12th-century shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva, with its peaceful lake and…
  • Stroll around the central market area (Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Market) to observe daily life and sample local snacks.

Day 2Day 2

  • Visit the iconic Vitthal-Rukmini Temple, known for its intricate black stone architecture and the revered idol of Lord Vitthal.
  • Walk along the Chandrabhaga River ghats, where pilgrims perform rituals; enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and shade of old trees.
  • Explore the small museum near the temple (if open) or rest at a local tea stall, watching the flow of devotees.

Day 3Day 3

  • Climb (or take the gentle ramp) to the Tuljabhavani Temple, dedicated to Goddess Bhavani, with its historic fort-like setting…
  • Visit the nearby Siddheshwar Temple and the small pond within the temple complex, ideal for quiet reflection.
  • Return to Solapur and spend the afternoon at the Gandhi Bhavan or a local park, then buy more chaddars or traditional Kolhapuri…

Food & Rest Stops in Solapur

  • Hotel Tripursundari1.9 km from centre

Extend Your Trip

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