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Katni to Bandhavgarh

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

106 kmDistance
2.1 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹5,855
Ertiga₹7,430
Innova₹7,745
Innova Crysta₹9,570
Tempo Traveller (12)₹13,100

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹120
AC Seater₹190
Non-AC Sleeper₹170
AC Sleeper₹240
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹350
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Train
Sleeper₹90
Economy₹140
Third AC₹180
Second AC₹240
First AC₹330
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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: Katni to Bandhavgarh

106 km · ~2h 7m · About 2h of driving, plus stops.

  1. Start from Katni

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

  2. 106 km · 2h 7m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Bandhavgarh

    Bandhavgarh, 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: Katni to Bandhavgarh

106 km · ~2h 21m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

  1. Board at Katni

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

  2. Katni → Bandhavgarh

    Non-AC or AC Seater · ~106 km

    ~2h 21m|Tentative fare ₹120–₹350

  3. 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: Katni to Bandhavgarh

Nearest railway stations: Katni for Katni, Mudaria (about 31 km away) for Bandhavgarh.

Direct trains

Betwa Express#18204 · Express
02:50 AMKatni
1h 15m8 stops
04:05 AMKarkeli
Nautanwa-Durg Express#18206 · Express
02:50 AMKatni
1h 20m8 stops
04:10 AMKarkeli
Sarnath Express#15159 · Express
09:10 PMKatni
1h 18m8 stops
10:28 PMKarkeli
BHOPAL - DURG Amarkantak SF Exp#12854 · Superfast
11:10 PMKatni
1h 17m8 stops
12:27 AM+1dKarkeli
Lucknow-Raipur Garib Rath Express#12535 · Garib Rath
11:30 PMKatni
1h 17m8 stops
12:47 AM+1dKarkeli

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.

Katni to Bandhavgarh: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Katni to Bandhavgarh is about 106 km by road, roughly 2.1 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 106 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹5,855 · Ertiga ₹7,430 · Innova ₹7,745 · Innova Crysta ₹9,570 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹13,100
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹120 · AC Seater ₹190 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹170 · AC Sleeper ₹240 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹350
  • Train: Sleeper ₹90 · Economy ₹140 · Third AC ₹180 · Second AC ₹240 · First AC ₹330

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

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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

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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

Extend Your Trip

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