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Purulia to Solapur

Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Purulia, West Bengal to Solapur, Maharashtra.

1635 kmDistance
32.7 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹62,870
Ertiga₹80,037
Innova₹83,471
Innova Crysta₹1,02,888
Tempo Traveller (12)₹1,41,840

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹1,800
AC Seater₹2,940
Non-AC Sleeper₹2,620
AC Sleeper₹3,760
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹4,630
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Train
Sleeper₹1,010
Economy₹1,670
Third AC₹2,320
Second AC₹3,300
First AC₹4,610
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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: Purulia to Solapur

1635 km · ~35h 22m · About 33h of driving split over 4 days, plus stops.

  1. Start from Purulia

    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. 109 km · 2h 11m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 409

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

  5. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 559

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

  6. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 709

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

  7. 109 km · 2h 11m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 818

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

  8. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 968

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

  9. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1118

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

  10. 109 km · 2h 11m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 1226

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

  11. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1376

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

  12. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1526

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

  13. 109 km · 2h 11m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Solapur

    Solapur, 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: Purulia to Solapur

1635 km · ~36h 22m · 2 bus rides with 1 change. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.

  1. Board at Purulia

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

  2. Purulia → change point 1

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~818 km

    ~18h 11m|Tentative fare ₹900–₹2,340

  3. Change buses at a major city (around km 818)

    Get down at the bus stand of a large city on the highway and take the next bus towards Solapur. If your connection is not until the next day, stay the night there.

  4. change point 1 → Solapur

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~818 km

    ~18h 11m|Tentative fare ₹900–₹2,340

  5. Arrive in Solapur

    Solapur, 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: Purulia to Solapur

Nearest railway stations: Purulia Jn for Purulia, Solapur Jn for Solapur.

No direct train found — best options with a change

1 change · 37h 12m in total

HOWRAH - MUMBAI LTT Samarsata SF Exp#12152 · Superfast
02:16 AMBagalia
22h183 stops
12:16 AM+1dJalgaon Jn

Change trains at Jalgaon Jn — about 4h 44m wait

Ahmedabad Bangalore Express#16501 · Express
05:00 AMJalgaon Jn
10h 28m66 stops
03:28 PMHotgi

1 change · 37h 12m in total

K SANTRAGANCHI - PORBANDAR Kavi Guru SF Exp#12950 · Superfast
02:16 AMBagalia
22h 13m183 stops
12:29 AM+1dJalgaon Jn

Change trains at Jalgaon Jn — about 4h 31m wait

Ahmedabad Bangalore Express#16501 · Express
05:00 AMJalgaon Jn
10h 28m66 stops
03:28 PMHotgi

1 change · 41h 33m in total

HOWRAH - MUMBAI LTT Samarsata SF Exp#12152 · Superfast
02:16 AMBagalia
28h 9m230 stops
06:25 AM+1dKalyan Jn

Change trains at Kalyan Jn — about 6h 39m wait

Mumbai LTT-Visakhapatnam SF Express#12750 · Superfast
01:04 PMKalyan Jn
6h 45m63 stops
07:49 PMHotgi

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.

Purulia to Solapur: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Purulia to Solapur is about 1635 km by road, roughly 32.7 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 1635 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹62,870 · Ertiga ₹80,037 · Innova ₹83,471 · Innova Crysta ₹1,02,888 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹1,41,840
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹1,800 · AC Seater ₹2,940 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹2,620 · AC Sleeper ₹3,760 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹4,630
  • Train: Sleeper ₹1,010 · Economy ₹1,670 · Third AC ₹2,320 · Second AC ₹3,300 · First AC ₹4,610

Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.

Want the full Solapur guide?

Attractions, itineraries, temples and travel tips for Solapur.

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Stops & Places Along the Route

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

  1. Rourkela250 km from Purulia

    Odisha

  2. Jharsuguda380 km from Purulia

    Odisha

  3. Raigarh450 km from Purulia

    Chhattisgarh

  4. Dhamtari755 km from Purulia

    Chhattisgarh

  5. Nizamabad1305 km from Purulia

    Telangana

Hotels in Solapur

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Things to Do in Solapur

Pay respects at the Great Indian Bustard Sanctuary (nearby, not in…

Take a short 40-minute drive to the nearby grasslands of Nanaj, a protected area for the critically endangered Great Indian Bustard. You won’t always see the bird, but…

3 hours (including travel)

Stroll around Siddheshwar Temple and the lake

Visit this ancient Shiva temple, built in the Hemadpanthi style, which sits beside the large Siddheshwar Lake. Walk the calm perimeter, watch locals feed the fish, and…

1 hour

Attend the evening aarti at the Shri Ram Mandir (Ram Mandir)

Join the serene evening prayer ceremony at this large, white-stone temple dedicated to Lord Rama, a major spiritual stop for pilgrims heading to Pandharpur. The aarti,…

45 minutes

Visit the Solapur Fort (Bhuikot Killa)

Explore this 14th-century stone fort, once a key military outpost of the Adil Shahi and Mughal eras, with its massive ramparts, bastions, and a central mosque. It’s a…

1.5 hours

Explore the historic Kambhar Bhavan and old city lanes

Wander through the narrow, bustling lanes of the old city around the Kambhar Bhavan, a heritage mansion known for its ornate wooden carvings and courtyard. This gives…

2 hours

See the weaving at Solapur Chaddar Handloom Clusters

Watch skilled artisans at work in the city’s famous handloom units, where the thick, warm Solapuri chaddars are woven using traditional pit looms. You can buy directly…

1 hour

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Suggested Solapur Itinerary

Day 1Day 1

  • Visit the Solapur Handloom Cooperative Society or a local chaddar showroom to see the weaving process and purchase authentic…
  • Walk through the serene Siddheshwar Temple complex, a 12th-century shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva, with its peaceful lake and…
  • Stroll around the central market area (Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Market) to observe daily life and sample local snacks.

Day 2Day 2

  • Visit the iconic Vitthal-Rukmini Temple, known for its intricate black stone architecture and the revered idol of Lord Vitthal.
  • Walk along the Chandrabhaga River ghats, where pilgrims perform rituals; enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and shade of old trees.
  • Explore the small museum near the temple (if open) or rest at a local tea stall, watching the flow of devotees.

Day 3Day 3

  • Climb (or take the gentle ramp) to the Tuljabhavani Temple, dedicated to Goddess Bhavani, with its historic fort-like setting…
  • Visit the nearby Siddheshwar Temple and the small pond within the temple complex, ideal for quiet reflection.
  • Return to Solapur and spend the afternoon at the Gandhi Bhavan or a local park, then buy more chaddars or traditional Kolhapuri…

Food & Rest Stops in Solapur

  • Hotel Tripursundari1.9 km from centre

Extend Your Trip

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