Kottayam to Chanderi
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Kottayam, Kerala to Chanderi, 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: Kottayam to Chanderi
2198 km · ~47h 18m · About 44h of driving split over 5 days, plus stops.
- Start from Kottayam
Leave early (5–6 AM) and avoid driving on highways after dark.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 150Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 300Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
140 km · 2h 48m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 440Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 590Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 740Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
140 km · 2h 48m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 879Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1029Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1179Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
140 km · 2h 48m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 1319Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1469Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1619Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
140 km · 2h 48m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 1758Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1908Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 2058Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
140 km · 2h 48m drive from previous stop
Arrive in ChanderiChanderi, 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: Kottayam to Chanderi
2198 km · ~48h 51m · 3 bus rides with 2 changes. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.
- Board at Kottayam
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Kottayam. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Kottayam → change point 1
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~733 km
~16h 17m|Tentative fare ₹810–₹2,100
- Change buses at a major city (around km 733)
Get down at the bus stand of a large city on the highway and take the next bus towards Chanderi. If your connection is not until the next day, stay the night there.
- change point 1 → change point 2
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~733 km
~16h 17m|Tentative fare ₹810–₹2,100
- Change buses at a major city (around km 1465)
Get down at the bus stand of a large city on the highway and take the next bus towards Chanderi. If your connection is not until the next day, stay the night there.
- change point 2 → Chanderi
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~733 km
~16h 17m|Tentative fare ₹810–₹2,100
- Arrive in Chanderi
Chanderi, 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: Kottayam to Chanderi
Nearest railway stations: Kottayam for Kottayam, Jiron (about 26 km away) for Chanderi.
Direct trains
Other options with a change
1 change · 38h 26m in total
Change trains at Gudur Jn — about 2h 31m wait
1 change · 38h 39m in total
Change trains at Hasanparthi Rd — about 1h 56m wait
1 change · 38h 42m in total
Change trains at Gudur Jn — about 2h 6m wait
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.
Kottayam to Chanderi: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Kottayam to Chanderi is about 2198 km by road, roughly 44 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 2198 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹83,969 · Ertiga ₹1,07,048 · Innova ₹1,11,663 · Innova Crysta ₹1,37,492 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹1,90,132
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹2,420 · AC Seater ₹3,960 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹3,520 · AC Sleeper ₹5,060 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹6,200
- Train: Sleeper ₹1,350 · Economy ₹2,230 · Third AC ₹3,110 · Second AC ₹4,430 · First AC ₹6,180
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
Want the full Chanderi guide?
Attractions, itineraries, temples and travel tips for Chanderi.
Stops & Places Along the Route
Good places to break the journey from Kottayam to Chanderi. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.
- Mannarkkad200 km from Kottayam
Kerala
- Bandipur315 km from Kottayam
Karnataka
- Mandya425 km from Kottayam
Karnataka
- Raichur965 km from Kottayam
Karnataka
- Amravati1650 km from Kottayam
Maharashtra
- Sanchi2015 km from Kottayam
Hotels in Chanderi
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Things to Do in Chanderi
Watch Chanderi Sarees Being Woven at the Handloom Park
Chanderi's identity is built on its featherlight silk-cotton sarees, hand-loomed with zari motifs like coins and peacocks by an estimated 9,000 weavers across the town.…
1-2 hours
Explore Chanderi Fort's Ramparts and Views
Dating to the 11th century and rebuilt through successive Rajput, Malwa Sultanate and Mughal control, Chanderi Fort sits on a hill above town with panoramic views over…
1-2 hours
See the Battisi Baoli, One of the Region's Largest Stepwells
This deep, tiered stepwell was built to supply water to the fort and old town and remains one of the largest baolis in the region. Descending its worn stone steps gives…
30-45 minutes
Browse Chanderi's Weaving Lanes and Buy Direct from Artisans
Beyond the formal Handloom Park, the narrow lanes of old Chanderi are lined with family-run looms where you can hear the clack of shuttles from the street. Buying a…
1-2 hours
Visit the Jain Temple Cluster at Khandargiri and Thuvanji
Chanderi and its surrounding hills hold several important Jain pilgrimage sites, including the rock-cut and hilltop temples at Khandargiri and Thuvanji. These quieter…
1-2 hours
Suggested Chanderi Itinerary
Day 1Day 1
- Arrive and check into your accommodation near Chanderi
- Take a leisurely walk around the main area to get oriented
- Visit the primary attraction or landmark of Chanderi
Day 2Day 2
- Morning exploration of key sites at Chanderi
- Interactive cultural experience or guided tour
- Visit nearby attractions within walking distance
Day 3Day 3
- Explore off-the-beaten-path locations around Chanderi
- Nature walk or outdoor activity depending on weather
- Visit local markets or craft centers
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