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Pune to Chhindwara

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

858 kmDistance
17.2 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹33,131
Ertiga₹42,140
Innova₹43,941
Innova Crysta₹54,200
Tempo Traveller (12)₹74,572

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹940
AC Seater₹1,540
Non-AC Sleeper₹1,370
AC Sleeper₹1,970
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹2,450
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Train
Sleeper₹540
Economy₹890
Third AC₹1,230
Second AC₹1,750
First AC₹2,430
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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: Pune to Chhindwara

858 km · ~18h 30m · About 17h of driving split over 2 days, plus stops.

  1. Start from Pune

    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. 129 km · 2h 35m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 429

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

  5. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 579

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

  6. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 729

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

  7. 129 km · 2h 35m 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: Pune to Chhindwara

858 km · ~19h 4m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

  1. Board at Pune

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

  2. Pune → Chhindwara

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~858 km

    ~19h 4m|Tentative fare ₹940–₹2,450

  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: Pune to Chhindwara

Nearest railway stations: Pune Jn for Pune, Chhindwara Junction for Chhindwara.

No direct train found — best options with a change

1 change · 20h 25m in total

PUNE - HOWRAH AC Duronto Exp#12221 · Duronto
03:15 PMPune Jn
12h 39m110 stops
03:54 AM+1dNagpur

Change trains at Nagpur — about 1h 1m wait

Nagpur Chindwara Passenger#58831 · Passenger
04:55 AMNagpur
6h 45m25 stops
11:40 AMChhindwara Junction

1 change · 23h in total

PUNE - HOWRAH AC Duronto Exp#12221 · Duronto
03:15 PMPune Jn
12h 39m110 stops
03:54 AM+1dNagpur

Change trains at Nagpur — about 3h 11m wait

Nagpur Chindwara Passenger#58833 · Passenger
07:05 AMNagpur
7h 10m25 stops
02:15 PMChhindwara Junction

1 change · 24h 55m in total

PUNE - HATIA SF Exp#22845 · Express
10:45 AMPune Jn
15h 10m110 stops
01:55 AM+1dNagpur

Change trains at Nagpur — about 3h wait

Nagpur Chindwara Passenger#58831 · Passenger
04:55 AMNagpur
6h 45m25 stops
11:40 AMChhindwara 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.

Pune to Chhindwara: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Pune to Chhindwara is about 858 km by road, roughly 17.2 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 858 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹33,131 · Ertiga ₹42,140 · Innova ₹43,941 · Innova Crysta ₹54,200 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹74,572
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹940 · AC Seater ₹1,540 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹1,370 · AC Sleeper ₹1,970 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹2,450
  • Train: Sleeper ₹540 · Economy ₹890 · Third AC ₹1,230 · Second AC ₹1,750 · First AC ₹2,430

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

  1. Ahmednagar145 km from Pune

    Maharashtra

  2. Panchaleshwar265 km from Pune

    Maharashtra

  3. Jalna335 km from Pune

    Maharashtra

  4. Akola530 km from Pune

    Maharashtra

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 Pune → 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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