Mandsaur to Kota
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Mandsaur, Madhya Pradesh to Kota, Rajasthan.
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: Mandsaur to Kota
189 km · ~3h 47m · About 4h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Mandsaur
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
189 km · 3h 47m drive from previous stop
Arrive in KotaKota, Rajasthan
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: Mandsaur to Kota
189 km · ~4h 12m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Mandsaur
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Mandsaur. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Mandsaur → Kota
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~189 km
~4h 12m|Tentative fare ₹210–₹580
- Arrive in Kota
Kota, Rajasthan
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Mandsaur to Kota
Nearest railway stations: Mandasor for Mandsaur, Dakaniya Talav for Kota.
Direct trains
Other options with a change
1 change · 5h 43m in total
Change trains at Ratlam Jn — about 48m wait
1 change · 7h 12m in total
Change trains at Ratlam Jn — about 1h 57m wait
1 change · 7h 50m in total
Change trains at Chanderiya — about 1h 16m 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.
Mandsaur to Kota: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Mandsaur to Kota is about 189 km by road, roughly 3.8 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 189 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹6,522 · Ertiga ₹8,308 · Innova ₹8,666 · Innova Crysta ₹10,677 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹14,738
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹210 · AC Seater ₹340 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹300 · AC Sleeper ₹430 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹580
- Train: Sleeper ₹140 · Economy ₹220 · Third AC ₹290 · Second AC ₹410 · First AC ₹560
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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Things to Do in Kota
Boat Safari
Take a boat safari on the Chambal river and observe crocodiles at close quarters. It starts from Chambal Garden.
Gaiparnath Temple
A beautiful and ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva constructed more than 200 feet below ground level. The temple is constantly showered by a natural waterfall.
Aalnia Dam
(25 km) An archeological area with ancient Indian stone carvings.
Chambal Garden
This garden stretches along the banks of the river Chambal. It houses a pond with rare gharial and crocodiles, which can be crossed via a teetering suspension bridge.
Darrah Wildlife Sanctuary
(50 km) - One of 3 wildlife sanctuaries in Rajasthan with large tracts of forests and a variety of wildlife
Garh Palace
Palace and fort complex often visited by tourists.
Suggested Kota Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Kota
- Travel from Mandsaur to Kota (about 3.8 hrs by road) and check in
- Visit Chambal Garden
Day 2Explore Kota
- Visit Kota Chambal Bridge
- Visit Jag Mandir Palace
Day 3Last sights and departure
- Visit Umed Bhawan Palace
- Head back to Mandsaur
Extend Your Trip
Add a nearby place to your Kota trip and see the full Mandsaur → Kota → next stop route.
Kota → Ranthambhore National Park
About 150 km by road
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