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Nainital to Chanderi

Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Nainital, Uttarakhand to Chanderi, Madhya Pradesh.

697 kmDistance
13.9 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹26,883
Ertiga₹34,201
Innova₹35,665
Innova Crysta₹43,984
Tempo Traveller (12)₹60,548

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹770
AC Seater₹1,250
Non-AC Sleeper₹1,120
AC Sleeper₹1,600
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹2,000
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Train
Sleeper₹450
Economy₹730
Third AC₹1,010
Second AC₹1,420
First AC₹1,980
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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: Nainital to Chanderi

697 km · ~15h 16m · About 14h of driving split over 2 days, plus stops.

  1. Start from Nainital

    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. 49 km · 58m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 349

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

  5. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 499

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

  6. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 649

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

  7. 49 km · 58m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Chanderi

    Chanderi, 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: Nainital to Chanderi

697 km · ~15h 29m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

  1. Board at Nainital

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

  2. Nainital → Chanderi

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~697 km

    ~15h 29m|Tentative fare ₹770–₹2,000

  3. 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: Nainital to Chanderi

Nearest railway stations: Kathgodam for Nainital, Jiron (about 26 km away) for Chanderi.

No direct train found — best options with a change

1 change · 16h 21m in total

Kathgodam-Anand Vihar AC Express#14011 · Express
03:45 PMKathgodam
5h 8m34 stops
08:53 PMGhaziabad

Change trains at Ghaziabad — about 2h wait

Haridwar-Mumbai LTT AC Express#12172 · Superfast
10:53 PMGhaziabad
9h 13m69 stops
08:06 AM+1dKaronda

1 change · 19h 38m in total

Kathgodam-Kanpur Garib Rath#12210 · Garib Rath
06:30 PMKathgodam
8h 10m51 stops
02:40 AM+1dLucknow

Change trains at Lucknow — about 3h 10m wait

Udyog Nagri Express#12174 · Superfast
05:50 AMLucknow
8h 18m51 stops
02:08 PMKaronda

1 change · 20h 54m in total

Bagh Express#13020 · Express
09:55 PMKathgodam
8h52 stops
05:55 AM+1dLucknow Jn

Change trains at Lucknow Jn — about 5h 55m wait

Rapti Sagar Express#12511 · Superfast
11:50 AMLucknow Jn
6h 59m50 stops
06:49 PMKaronda

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.

Nainital to Chanderi: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Nainital to Chanderi is about 697 km by road, roughly 13.9 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 697 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹26,883 · Ertiga ₹34,201 · Innova ₹35,665 · Innova Crysta ₹43,984 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹60,548
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹770 · AC Seater ₹1,250 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹1,120 · AC Sleeper ₹1,600 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹2,000
  • Train: Sleeper ₹450 · Economy ₹730 · Third AC ₹1,010 · Second AC ₹1,420 · First AC ₹1,980

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 Chanderi.

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Stops & Places Along the Route

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

  1. Rudrapur60 km from Nainital

    Uttarakhand

  2. Bareilly145 km from Nainital

    Uttar Pradesh

  3. Mainpuri315 km from Nainital

    Uttar Pradesh

  4. Bhind415 km from Nainital
  5. Jhansi580 km from Nainital

    Uttar Pradesh

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

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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

Extend Your Trip

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

Chanderi → Ashoknagar

About 60 km by road

Chanderi → Tikamgarh

About 90 km by road

Chanderi → Orchha

About 115 km by road

Chanderi → Jhansi

About 120 km by road

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