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Lucknow to Chhindwara

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

740 kmDistance
14.8 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹28,418
Ertiga₹36,188
Innova₹37,742
Innova Crysta₹46,512
Tempo Traveller (12)₹64,160

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹810
AC Seater₹1,330
Non-AC Sleeper₹1,180
AC Sleeper₹1,700
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹2,120
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Train
Sleeper₹470
Economy₹770
Third AC₹1,070
Second AC₹1,510
First AC₹2,100
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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: Lucknow to Chhindwara

740 km · ~16h 8m · About 15h of driving split over 2 days, plus stops.

  1. Start from Lucknow

    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. 70 km · 1h 24m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 370

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

  5. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 520

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

  6. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 670

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

  7. 70 km · 1h 24m 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: Lucknow to Chhindwara

740 km · ~16h 27m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

  1. Board at Lucknow

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

  2. Lucknow → Chhindwara

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~740 km

    ~16h 27m|Tentative fare ₹810–₹2,120

  3. 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: Lucknow to Chhindwara

Nearest railway stations: Lucknow for Lucknow, Chhindwara Junction for Chhindwara.

No direct train found — best options with a change

1 change · 22h in total

Lucknow Jn - Pune Express#12104 · Superfast
06:30 AMLucknow Jn
5h 10m34 stops
11:40 AMJhansi Jn

Change trains at Jhansi Jn — about 1h 40m wait

Chhattisgarh Express Slip#18238-Slip · Express
01:20 PMJhansi Jn
15h 10m70 stops
04:30 AM+1dChhindwara Junction

1 change · 22h in total

Lucknow Jn - Pune Express#12104 · Superfast
06:30 AMLucknow Jn
10h69 stops
04:30 PMBhopal Jn

Change trains at Bhopal Jn — about 1h 45m wait

Panchvalley Fast Passenger#59385 · Passenger
06:15 PMBhopal Jn
10h 15m35 stops
04:30 AM+1dChhindwara Junction

1 change · 22h 40m in total

Udyog Nagri Express#12174 · Superfast
05:50 AMLucknow
11h 48m76 stops
05:38 PMBudni

Change trains at Budni — about 2h 47m wait

Chhattisgarh Express Slip#18238-Slip · Express
08:25 PMBudni
8h 5m29 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.

Lucknow to Chhindwara: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Lucknow to Chhindwara is about 740 km by road, roughly 14.8 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 740 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹28,418 · Ertiga ₹36,188 · Innova ₹37,742 · Innova Crysta ₹46,512 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹64,160
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹810 · AC Seater ₹1,330 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹1,180 · AC Sleeper ₹1,700 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹2,120
  • Train: Sleeper ₹470 · Economy ₹770 · Third AC ₹1,070 · Second AC ₹1,510 · First AC ₹2,100

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 Lucknow to Chhindwara. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.

  1. Unnao60 km from Lucknow

    Uttar Pradesh

  2. Khajuraho315 km from Lucknow
  3. Panna325 km from Lucknow
  4. Damoh520 km from Lucknow

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 Lucknow → 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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