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Jalpaiguri to Chhindwara

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

1442 kmDistance
28.8 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹55,479
Ertiga₹70,620
Innova₹73,649
Innova Crysta₹90,790
Tempo Traveller (12)₹1,25,128

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹1,590
AC Seater₹2,600
Non-AC Sleeper₹2,310
AC Sleeper₹3,320
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹4,090
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Train
Sleeper₹900
Economy₹1,470
Third AC₹2,050
Second AC₹2,910
First AC₹4,070
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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: Jalpaiguri to Chhindwara

1442 km · ~31h 30m · About 29h of driving split over 4 days, plus stops.

  1. Start from Jalpaiguri

    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. 61 km · 1h 13m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 361

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

  5. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 511

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

  6. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 661

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

  7. 61 km · 1h 13m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 721

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

  8. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 871

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

  9. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1021

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

  10. 61 km · 1h 13m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 1082

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

  11. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1232

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

  12. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1382

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

  13. 61 km · 1h 13m 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: Jalpaiguri to Chhindwara

1442 km · ~32h 2m · 2 bus rides with 1 change. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.

  1. Board at Jalpaiguri

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

  2. Jalpaiguri → change point 1

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~721 km

    ~16h 1m|Tentative fare ₹790–₹2,070

  3. Change buses at a major city (around km 721)

    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) · ~721 km

    ~16h 1m|Tentative fare ₹790–₹2,070

  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: Jalpaiguri to Chhindwara

Nearest railway stations: Jalpaiguri Road for Jalpaiguri, Chhindwara Junction for Chhindwara.

No direct train found — best options with a change

1 change · 52h 43m in total

GUWAHATI - MUMBAI LTT Exp#15646 · Express
11:47 PMAltagram
31h 23m241 stops
07:10 AM+2dItarsi Jn

Change trains at Itarsi Jn — about 14h 15m wait

Chhattisgarh Express Slip#18238-Slip · Express
09:25 PMItarsi Jn
7h 5m26 stops
04:30 AM+1dChhindwara Junction

1 change · 52h 43m in total

GUWAHATI - MUMBAI LTT Exp#15646 · Express
11:47 PMAltagram
31h 23m241 stops
07:10 AM+2dItarsi Jn

Change trains at Itarsi Jn — about 13h 35m wait

Panchvalley Fast Passenger#59385 · Passenger
08:45 PMItarsi Jn
7h 45m26 stops
04:30 AM+1dChhindwara Junction

1 change · 54h 36m in total

GUWAHATI - MUMBAI LTT Exp#15648 · Express
09:54 PMAltagram
33h 16m283 stops
07:10 AM+2dItarsi Jn

Change trains at Itarsi Jn — about 14h 15m wait

Chhattisgarh Express Slip#18238-Slip · Express
09:25 PMItarsi Jn
7h 5m26 stops
04:30 AM+1dChhindwara 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.

Jalpaiguri to Chhindwara: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Jalpaiguri to Chhindwara is about 1442 km by road, roughly 28.8 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 1442 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹55,479 · Ertiga ₹70,620 · Innova ₹73,649 · Innova Crysta ₹90,790 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹1,25,128
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹1,590 · AC Seater ₹2,600 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹2,310 · AC Sleeper ₹3,320 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹4,090
  • Train: Sleeper ₹900 · Economy ₹1,470 · Third AC ₹2,050 · Second AC ₹2,910 · First AC ₹4,070

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

Want the full Chhindwara guide?

Attractions, itineraries, temples and travel tips for Chhindwara.

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Stops & Places Along the Route

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

  1. Purnia195 km from Jalpaiguri

    Bihar

  2. Begusarai380 km from Jalpaiguri

    Bihar

  3. Bodh Gaya560 km from Jalpaiguri

    Bihar

  4. Shahdol1075 km from Jalpaiguri
  5. Mandla1240 km from Jalpaiguri

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 Jalpaiguri → 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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