Raigarh to Amarkantak
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Raigarh, Chhattisgarh to Amarkantak, 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: Raigarh to Amarkantak
247 km · ~5h 16m · About 5h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Raigarh
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near PaliAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
97 km · 1h 56m drive from previous stop
Arrive in AmarkantakAmarkantak, 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: Raigarh to Amarkantak
247 km · ~5h 29m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Raigarh
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Raigarh. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Raigarh → Amarkantak
AC Seater / Volvo · ~247 km
~5h 29m|Tentative fare ₹270–₹740
Usual tea / meal halts: Pali (~170 km)
- Arrive in Amarkantak
Amarkantak, 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: Raigarh to Amarkantak
Nearest railway stations: Raigarh for Raigarh, Sarbahara for Amarkantak.
Direct trains
Other options with a change
1 change · 4h 48m in total
Change trains at Gatora — about 40m wait
1 change · 4h 54m in total
Change trains at Jairamnagar — about 43m wait
1 change · 6h 13m in total
Change trains at Kharsia — about 1h 21m 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.
Raigarh to Amarkantak: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Raigarh to Amarkantak is about 247 km by road, roughly 4.9 hours of travel time. The road passes near Korba.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 247 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹11,710 · Ertiga ₹14,860 · Innova ₹15,490 · Innova Crysta ₹19,140 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹26,200
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹270 · AC Seater ₹440 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹400 · AC Sleeper ₹570 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹740
- Train: Sleeper ₹180 · Economy ₹280 · Third AC ₹380 · Second AC ₹520 · First AC ₹720
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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Things to Do in Amarkantak
Visit Narmada Kund, the Sacred Source of the Narmada
The Narmada Udgam Temple marks the spot where the Narmada River is believed to originate, and pilgrims come from across India to see the trickle of water that becomes…
1 hour
Trek from Kapil Dhara to Dugdh Dhara Waterfall
Kapil Dhara, where the Narmada makes its first major plunge as a waterfall, is named for the sage Kapil who is said to have meditated here for twelve years. A popular…
2-3 hours
Watch Sunrise at Sonmuda, Source of the Son River
Amarkantak is unusual in being the source of two major rivers flowing in opposite directions — the westward Narmada and the eastward Son. Sonmuda, a cliff-edge…
1-2 hours
Walk the Temple Circuit at Mai Ki Bagiya
This forested garden, dotted with small shrines and ancient trees, is where local tradition says the young Narmada River played before starting her journey. It's a…
1 hour
Explore the Kalachuri-Era Temples of Amarkantak
Scattered around town are groups of stone temples built by the Kalachuri dynasty, including the triple-shrine Trimukhi Temple and clusters near the Narmada Kund tank.…
1-2 hours
Suggested Amarkantak Itinerary
Day 1Day 1
- Arrive and check into your accommodation near Amarkantak
- Take a leisurely walk around the main area to get oriented
- Visit the primary attraction or landmark of Amarkantak
Day 2Day 2
- Morning exploration of key sites at Amarkantak
- Interactive cultural experience or guided tour
- Visit nearby attractions within walking distance
Day 3Day 3
- Explore off-the-beaten-path locations around Amarkantak
- Nature walk or outdoor activity depending on weather
- Visit local markets or craft centers
Extend Your Trip
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Amarkantak → Bandhavgarh
About 160 km by road
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