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Ludhiana to Solapur

Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Ludhiana, Punjab to Solapur, Maharashtra.

1913 kmDistance
38.3 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹73,294
Ertiga₹93,381
Innova₹97,398
Innova Crysta₹1,19,984
Tempo Traveller (12)₹1,65,692

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹2,100
AC Seater₹3,440
Non-AC Sleeper₹3,060
AC Sleeper₹4,400
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹5,410
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Train
Sleeper₹1,180
Economy₹1,940
Third AC₹2,710
Second AC₹3,860
First AC₹5,390
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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: Ludhiana to Solapur

1913 km · ~41h 36m · About 38h of driving split over 5 days, plus stops.

  1. Start from Ludhiana

    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. 83 km · 1h 39m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 383

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

  5. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 533

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

  6. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 683

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

  7. 83 km · 1h 39m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 765

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

  8. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 915

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

  9. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1065

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

  10. 83 km · 1h 39m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 1148

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

  11. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1298

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

  12. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1448

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

  13. 83 km · 1h 39m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 1530

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

  14. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1680

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

  15. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1830

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

  16. 83 km · 1h 39m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Solapur

    Solapur, Maharashtra

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: Ludhiana to Solapur

1913 km · ~42h 32m · 2 bus rides with 1 change. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.

  1. Board at Ludhiana

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

  2. Ludhiana → change point 1

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~957 km

    ~21h 16m|Tentative fare ₹1,050–₹2,730

  3. Change buses at a major city (around km 957)

    Get down at the bus stand of a large city on the highway and take the next bus towards Solapur. If your connection is not until the next day, stay the night there.

  4. change point 1 → Solapur

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~957 km

    ~21h 16m|Tentative fare ₹1,050–₹2,730

  5. Arrive in Solapur

    Solapur, Maharashtra

Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.

By Train: Ludhiana to Solapur

Nearest railway stations: Ludhiana Jn for Ludhiana, Solapur Jn for Solapur.

No direct train found — best options with a change

1 change · 35h 12m in total

Malwa Express#12920 · Superfast
01:12 PMBhatian
6h 9m53 stops
07:21 PMShivaji Bridge

Change trains at Shivaji Bridge — about 1h 55m wait

Karnataka Express#12628 · Superfast
09:16 PMShivaji Bridge
27h 8m199 stops
12:24 AM+2dHotgi

1 change · 35h 49m in total

Jammu Tawi - Mumbai Bandra (T.) SF Swaraj Express#12472 · Superfast
03:26 PMBhatian
24h 15m217 stops
03:41 PM+1dSanjan

Change trains at Sanjan — about 43m wait

RAJKOT - COIMBATORE Exp#16613 · Express
04:24 PMSanjan
10h 51m95 stops
03:15 AM+1dHotgi

1 change · 35h 49m in total

Jammu Tawi - Mumbai Bandra (T.) SF Swaraj Express#12472 · Superfast
03:26 PMBhatian
24h 15m217 stops
03:41 PM+1dSanjan

Change trains at Sanjan — about 43m wait

Bhavnagar(T)-Kakinada Town Express#17203 · Express
04:24 PMSanjan
10h 51m85 stops
03:15 AM+1dHotgi

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.

Ludhiana to Solapur: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Ludhiana to Solapur is about 1913 km by road, roughly 38.3 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 1913 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹73,294 · Ertiga ₹93,381 · Innova ₹97,398 · Innova Crysta ₹1,19,984 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹1,65,692
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹2,100 · AC Seater ₹3,440 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹3,060 · AC Sleeper ₹4,400 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹5,410
  • Train: Sleeper ₹1,180 · Economy ₹1,940 · Third AC ₹2,710 · Second AC ₹3,860 · First AC ₹5,390

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 Solapur.

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Stops & Places Along the Route

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

  1. Hisar255 km from Ludhiana

    Haryana

  2. Bundi790 km from Ludhiana

    Rajasthan

  3. Ujjain1115 km from Ludhiana

    Madhya Pradesh

  4. Omkareshwar1250 km from Ludhiana

    Madhya Pradesh

  5. Bhusawal1425 km from Ludhiana
  6. Panchaleshwar1665 km from Ludhiana

Hotels in Solapur

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Things to Do in Solapur

Pay respects at the Great Indian Bustard Sanctuary (nearby, not in…

Take a short 40-minute drive to the nearby grasslands of Nanaj, a protected area for the critically endangered Great Indian Bustard. You won’t always see the bird, but…

3 hours (including travel)

Stroll around Siddheshwar Temple and the lake

Visit this ancient Shiva temple, built in the Hemadpanthi style, which sits beside the large Siddheshwar Lake. Walk the calm perimeter, watch locals feed the fish, and…

1 hour

Attend the evening aarti at the Shri Ram Mandir (Ram Mandir)

Join the serene evening prayer ceremony at this large, white-stone temple dedicated to Lord Rama, a major spiritual stop for pilgrims heading to Pandharpur. The aarti,…

45 minutes

Visit the Solapur Fort (Bhuikot Killa)

Explore this 14th-century stone fort, once a key military outpost of the Adil Shahi and Mughal eras, with its massive ramparts, bastions, and a central mosque. It’s a…

1.5 hours

Explore the historic Kambhar Bhavan and old city lanes

Wander through the narrow, bustling lanes of the old city around the Kambhar Bhavan, a heritage mansion known for its ornate wooden carvings and courtyard. This gives…

2 hours

See the weaving at Solapur Chaddar Handloom Clusters

Watch skilled artisans at work in the city’s famous handloom units, where the thick, warm Solapuri chaddars are woven using traditional pit looms. You can buy directly…

1 hour

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Suggested Solapur Itinerary

Day 1Day 1

  • Visit the Solapur Handloom Cooperative Society or a local chaddar showroom to see the weaving process and purchase authentic…
  • Walk through the serene Siddheshwar Temple complex, a 12th-century shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva, with its peaceful lake and…
  • Stroll around the central market area (Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Market) to observe daily life and sample local snacks.

Day 2Day 2

  • Visit the iconic Vitthal-Rukmini Temple, known for its intricate black stone architecture and the revered idol of Lord Vitthal.
  • Walk along the Chandrabhaga River ghats, where pilgrims perform rituals; enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and shade of old trees.
  • Explore the small museum near the temple (if open) or rest at a local tea stall, watching the flow of devotees.

Day 3Day 3

  • Climb (or take the gentle ramp) to the Tuljabhavani Temple, dedicated to Goddess Bhavani, with its historic fort-like setting…
  • Visit the nearby Siddheshwar Temple and the small pond within the temple complex, ideal for quiet reflection.
  • Return to Solapur and spend the afternoon at the Gandhi Bhavan or a local park, then buy more chaddars or traditional Kolhapuri…

Food & Rest Stops in Solapur

  • Hotel Tripursundari1.9 km from centre

Extend Your Trip

Add a nearby place to your Solapur trip and see the full Ludhiana → Solapur → next stop route.

Solapur → Vijayapura

About 125 km by road

Solapur → Kalaburagi

About 140 km by road

Solapur → Bidar

About 225 km by road

Solapur → Karad

About 245 km by road

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