Purnia to Chhindwara
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Purnia, Bihar to Chhindwara, Madhya Pradesh.
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: Purnia to Chhindwara
1249 km · ~26h 59m · About 25h of driving split over 3 days, plus stops.
- Start from Purnia
Leave early (5–6 AM) and avoid driving on highways after dark.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 150Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 300Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
116 km · 2h 20m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 416Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 566Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 716Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
116 km · 2h 20m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 833Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 983Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1133Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
116 km · 2h 20m drive from previous stop
Arrive in ChhindwaraChhindwara, 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: Purnia to Chhindwara
1249 km · ~27h 46m · 2 bus rides with 1 change. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.
- Board at Purnia
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Purnia. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Purnia → change point 1
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~625 km
~13h 53m|Tentative fare ₹690–₹1,800
- Change buses at a major city (around km 625)
Get down at the bus stand of a large city on the highway and take the next bus towards Chhindwara. If your connection is not until the next day, stay the night there.
- change point 1 → Chhindwara
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~625 km
~13h 53m|Tentative fare ₹690–₹1,800
- 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: Purnia to Chhindwara
Nearest railway stations: Purnia Jn for Purnia, Chhindwara Junction for Chhindwara.
No direct train found — best options with a change
2 changes · 36h 21m in total
Change trains at Chunar — about 2h 22m wait
Change trains at Itarsi Jn — about 1h 30m wait
2 changes · 48h 46m in total
Change trains at Danapur — about 6h 44m wait
Change trains at Nagpur — about 4h 15m wait
2 changes · 48h 46m in total
Change trains at Kanpur Central — about 3h 50m wait
Change trains at Nagpur — about 5h 25m 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.
Purnia to Chhindwara: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Purnia to Chhindwara is about 1249 km by road, roughly 25 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 1249 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹48,089 · Ertiga ₹61,204 · Innova ₹63,827 · Innova Crysta ₹78,691 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹1,08,416
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹1,370 · AC Seater ₹2,250 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹2,000 · AC Sleeper ₹2,870 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹3,550
- Train: Sleeper ₹780 · Economy ₹1,280 · Third AC ₹1,780 · Second AC ₹2,530 · First AC ₹3,530
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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Stops & Places Along the Route
Good places to break the journey from Purnia to Chhindwara. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.
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
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
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