Margao to Tarkarli
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Margao, Goa to Tarkarli, Maharashtra.
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: Margao to Tarkarli
124 km · ~2h 29m · About 2h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Margao
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
124 km · 2h 29m drive from previous stop
Arrive in TarkarliTarkarli, 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: Margao to Tarkarli
124 km · ~2h 45m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Margao
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Margao. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Margao → Tarkarli
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~124 km
~2h 45m|Tentative fare ₹140–₹400
- Arrive in Tarkarli
Tarkarli, 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: Margao to Tarkarli
Nearest railway stations: Madgaon for Margao, Kudal for Tarkarli.
Direct trains
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.
Margao to Tarkarli: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Margao to Tarkarli is about 124 km by road, roughly 2.5 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 124 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 ₹140 · AC Seater ₹220 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹200 · AC Sleeper ₹290 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹400
- Train: Sleeper ₹100 · Economy ₹150 · Third AC ₹200 · Second AC ₹280 · First AC ₹380
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 Tarkarli.
Stops & Places Along the Route
Good places to break the journey from Margao to Tarkarli. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.
- Vasco da Gama20 km from Margao
Goa
- Mapusa50 km from Margao
Goa
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Things to Do in Tarkarli
Malvan Marine Sanctuary Glass-Bottom Boat Ride
Take a short boat ride to the sanctuary's coral beds near Nivati and Tarkarli, where the glass bottom lets you view live corals and fish without getting wet. Local…
45 minutes
Scuba Diving at Sindhudurg Fort
Take a boat to the dive site near the 17th-century Sindhudurg Fort, where calm, clear water reveals coral gardens, starfish, and occasional sea turtles. Certified…
3 hours (including briefing and boat ride)
Visit Sindhudurg Fort (Shivaji's Sea Fort)
Explore the massive stone fort built by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in 1664, accessible by a short ferry from Malvan. Walk along its thick ramparts, see the footprints…
2 hours (excluding ferry time)
Snorkelling at Tarkarli Beach
Wade into the shallow, crystal-clear waters near the shore to spot colourful fish and coral beds just metres from the sand. This is a gentler alternative to scuba…
1.5 hours
Sunset Cruise on the Karli River Backwaters
Board a local motorboat from Tarkarli jetty and drift through the calm, mangrove-lined Karli River where it meets the sea. Watch the sun dip below the horizon while…
1 hour
Walk through Tarkarli Village and Local Fish Market
Stroll through the sleepy fishing village in the morning to see traditional Malvani fishing boats, drying nets, and the daily catch being auctioned at the small market.…
2 hours
Suggested Tarkarli Itinerary
Day 1Day 1
- Stroll along Tarkarli Beach and wade into the shallow, crystal-clear water
- Take a 1-hour motorboat ride on the Karli River backwaters, spotting mangroves and local fishing boats
- Watch the sunset from the beach jetty, with Sindhudurg Fort visible in the distance
Day 2Day 2
- Take a ferry from Tarkarli jetty to Sindhudurg Fort; walk its ramparts, see the Hanuman temple, and learn about its 17th-century…
- Join a certified scuba diving or snorkeling session (shallow water, guided) to see coral, starfish, and colorful fish around the…
- Return to shore and visit the nearby Rameshwar Temple, a small peaceful shrine overlooking the sea
Day 3Day 3
- Take a 20-minute boat ride to Tsunami Island, a temporary sandbar that emerges at low tide; walk around and enjoy the calm…
- Visit the nearby village of Malvan (20 minutes by auto) to see the traditional fish-drying yards and sample local sweets like…
- Return to Tarkarli for a final sunset walk on the beach, collecting shells and watching crab activity
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