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Katihar to Chhindwara

Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Katihar, Bihar to Chhindwara, Madhya Pradesh.

1247 kmDistance
24.9 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹48,018
Ertiga₹61,111
Innova₹63,730
Innova Crysta₹78,574
Tempo Traveller (12)₹1,08,248

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹1,370
AC Seater₹2,240
Non-AC Sleeper₹2,000
AC Sleeper₹2,870
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹3,540
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Train
Sleeper₹780
Economy₹1,280
Third AC₹1,780
Second AC₹2,520
First AC₹3,520
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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: Katihar to Chhindwara

1247 km · ~26h 56m · About 25h of driving split over 3 days, plus stops.

  1. Start from Katihar

    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. 116 km · 2h 19m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 416

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

  5. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 566

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

  6. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 716

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

  7. 116 km · 2h 19m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 831

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

  8. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 981

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

  9. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1131

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

  10. 116 km · 2h 19m 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: Katihar to Chhindwara

1247 km · ~27h 44m · 2 bus rides with 1 change. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.

  1. Board at Katihar

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

  2. Katihar → change point 1

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~624 km

    ~13h 52m|Tentative fare ₹690–₹1,800

  3. Change buses at a major city (around km 624)

    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) · ~624 km

    ~13h 52m|Tentative fare ₹690–₹1,800

  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: Katihar to Chhindwara

Nearest railway stations: Katihar Jn for Katihar, Chhindwara Junction for Chhindwara.

No direct train found — best options with a change

1 change · 48h 26m in total

Kamakhya - Mumbai LTT (Weekly) Special#05650 · Express
04:04 AMMeenapur
27h 46m166 stops
07:50 AM+1dItarsi Jn

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

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

1 change · 48h 26m in total

Kamakhya - Mumbai LTT (Weekly) Special#05650 · Express
04:04 AMMeenapur
27h 46m166 stops
07:50 AM+1dItarsi Jn

Change trains at Itarsi Jn — about 12h 55m wait

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

1 change · 48h 39m in total

GUWAHATI - MUMBAI LTT Exp#15646 · Express
03:51 AMMeenapur
27h 19m208 stops
07:10 AM+1dItarsi 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.

Katihar to Chhindwara: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Katihar to Chhindwara is about 1247 km by road, roughly 24.9 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 1247 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹48,018 · Ertiga ₹61,111 · Innova ₹63,730 · Innova Crysta ₹78,574 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹1,08,248
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹1,370 · AC Seater ₹2,240 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹2,000 · AC Sleeper ₹2,870 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹3,540
  • Train: Sleeper ₹780 · Economy ₹1,280 · Third AC ₹1,780 · Second AC ₹2,520 · First AC ₹3,520

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 Chhindwara.

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Stops & Places Along the Route

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

  1. Munger145 km from Katihar

    Bihar

  2. Rajgir290 km from Katihar

    Bihar

  3. Bodh Gaya360 km from Katihar

    Bihar

  4. Shahdol880 km from Katihar
  5. Dindori930 km from Katihar
  6. Mandla1045 km from Katihar

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 Katihar → 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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