Jabalpur to Bandhavgarh
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh to Bandhavgarh, Madhya Pradesh.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
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: Jabalpur to Bandhavgarh
170 km · ~3h 24m · About 3h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Jabalpur
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
170 km · 3h 24m drive from previous stop
Arrive in BandhavgarhBandhavgarh, 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: Jabalpur to Bandhavgarh
170 km · ~3h 47m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Jabalpur
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Jabalpur. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Jabalpur → Bandhavgarh
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~170 km
~3h 47m|Tentative fare ₹190–₹530
- Arrive in Bandhavgarh
Bandhavgarh, 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: Jabalpur to Bandhavgarh
Nearest railway stations: Jabalpur for Jabalpur, Mudaria (about 31 km away) for Bandhavgarh.
Direct trains
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.
Jabalpur to Bandhavgarh: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Jabalpur to Bandhavgarh 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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Attractions, itineraries, temples and travel tips for Bandhavgarh.
Stops & Places Along the Route
Good places to break the journey from Jabalpur to Bandhavgarh. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.
- Umaria125 km from Jabalpur
Hotels in Bandhavgarh
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Things to Do in Bandhavgarh
Take a jeep safari through the Tala zone
Tala is widely regarded as having one of the highest tiger densities of any zone in any Indian reserve, and its mix of dense sal forest and open grassland around the…
3-4 hours
Climb to the ruins of Bandhavgarh Fort
Perched atop the hill that gives the reserve its name, this centuries-old fort, still technically active as a shrine site, holds a large reclining Vishnu statue carved…
2-3 hours
See the 2,000-year-old rock-cut caves and Brahmi inscriptions
Scattered across the hillside are more than 30 ancient rock-cut caves and inscriptions in Brahmi script, some dating back over two millennia, evidence that this hill…
1 hour
Spot deer herds grazing Chakradhara meadow
This wide grassland inside the core zone is a reliable spot for large herds of chital and sambar, and its open sightlines make it one of the better places for a tiger…
Part of safari
Birdwatch for Bandhavgarh's raptors and forest species
Beyond its tiger reputation, Bandhavgarh's forest and grassland mix supports a strong bird list including crested serpent eagles, Indian rollers, paradise flycatchers…
3-4 hours
Suggested Bandhavgarh Itinerary
Day 1Day 1
- Arrival and check-in at resort
- Afternoon jeep safari in Tala zone
- Visit Bandhavgarh Fort ancient ruins
Day 2Day 2
- Early morning safari in Magadhi zone
- Tiger tracking and wildlife photography
- Visit Shesh Shaiya - statue of Lord Vishnu
Day 3Day 3
- Final morning safari
- Visit Charanganga River
- Bird watching in buffer zone
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