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Rajnandgaon to Tumakuru

Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Rajnandgaon, Chhattisgarh to Tumakuru, Karnataka.

1245 kmDistance
24.9 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹47,947
Ertiga₹61,019
Innova₹63,634
Innova Crysta₹78,456
Tempo Traveller (12)₹1,08,080

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹1,370
AC Seater₹2,240
Non-AC Sleeper₹1,990
AC Sleeper₹2,860
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹3,540
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Train
Sleeper₹780
Economy₹1,280
Third AC₹1,770
Second AC₹2,520
First AC₹3,520
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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: Rajnandgaon to Tumakuru

1245 km · ~26h 54m · About 25h of driving split over 3 days, plus stops.

  1. Start from Rajnandgaon

    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. 115 km · 2h 18m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 415

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

  5. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 565

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

  6. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 715

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

  7. 115 km · 2h 18m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 830

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

  8. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 980

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

  9. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1130

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

  10. 115 km · 2h 18m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Tumakuru

    Tumakuru, Karnataka

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: Rajnandgaon to Tumakuru

1245 km · ~27h 42m · 2 bus rides with 1 change. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.

  1. Board at Rajnandgaon

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

  2. Rajnandgaon → change point 1

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~623 km

    ~13h 51m|Tentative fare ₹690–₹1,790

  3. Change buses at a major city (around km 623)

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

  4. change point 1 → Tumakuru

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~623 km

    ~13h 51m|Tentative fare ₹690–₹1,790

  5. Arrive in Tumakuru

    Tumakuru, Karnataka

Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.

By Train: Rajnandgaon to Tumakuru

Nearest railway stations: Raj Nandgaon for Rajnandgaon, Tumkur for Tumakuru.

No direct train found — best options with a change

1 change · 31h 41m in total

Wainganga express#12252 · Superfast
01:00 PMRasmara
24h 30m155 stops
01:30 PM+1dYesvantpur Jn

Change trains at Yesvantpur Jn — about 6h 15m wait

Gol Gumbaz Express#16535 · Express
07:45 PMYesvantpur Jn
56m12 stops
08:41 PMHeggere Halt

1 change · 31h 41m in total

Wainganga express#12252 · Superfast
01:00 PMRasmara
24h 30m155 stops
01:30 PM+1dYesvantpur Jn

Change trains at Yesvantpur Jn — about 6h 15m wait

Bijapur Express#06535 · Express
07:45 PMYesvantpur Jn
56m12 stops
08:41 PMHeggere Halt

1 change · 34h 10m in total

Wainganga express#12252 · Superfast
01:00 PMRasmara
24h 18m154 stops
01:18 PM+1dLottegollahalli

Change trains at Lottegollahalli — about 7h 55m wait

CHENNAI CENT - HUBLI Weekly Exp#17313 · Express
09:13 PMLottegollahalli
1h 57m13 stops
11:10 PMHeggere Halt

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.

Rajnandgaon to Tumakuru: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Rajnandgaon to Tumakuru is about 1245 km by road, roughly 24.9 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 1245 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹47,947 · Ertiga ₹61,019 · Innova ₹63,634 · Innova Crysta ₹78,456 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹1,08,080
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹1,370 · AC Seater ₹2,240 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹1,990 · AC Sleeper ₹2,860 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹3,540
  • Train: Sleeper ₹780 · Economy ₹1,280 · Third AC ₹1,770 · Second AC ₹2,520 · First AC ₹3,520

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

  1. Pandavula Gutta445 km from Rajnandgaon

    Telangana

  2. Warangal495 km from Rajnandgaon

    Telangana

  3. Nalgonda630 km from Rajnandgaon

    Telangana

  4. Srisailam785 km from Rajnandgaon

    Andhra Pradesh

  5. Kurnool865 km from Rajnandgaon

    Andhra Pradesh

  6. Anantapur1040 km from Rajnandgaon

    Andhra Pradesh

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Things to Do in Tumakuru

Trek to Shivagange Summit

Embark on a challenging but rewarding climb up the conical peak of Shivagange, passing cave shrines and a monolithic Nandi. The summit offers a 360-degree view of the…

4-5 hours

Explore Devarayanadurga Temples

Visit the rock-cut Bhoga Narasimha and Yoganarasimha temples, each carved into the granite hill. The Bhoga Narasimha temple is accessible via stone steps, while the…

2-3 hours

Climb Madhugiri Fort

Hike up the monolithic hill to explore the ruins of Madhugiri Fort, with its concentric walls and bastions. The trek is steep but well-marked, and the top offers…

3-4 hours

Visit Namada Chilume and Deer Park

At the base of Devarayanadurga, witness the perennial spring of Namada Chilume, believed to have been created by Lord Rama. The adjacent deer park is a peaceful spot to…

1 hour

Photography and Birdwatching

Capture the dramatic landscapes of granite hills, forested valleys, and ancient temples. The area is home to various bird species, making it a haven for nature…

2-3 hours

Attend a Local Festival

If visiting during festival times, participate in the vibrant celebrations at the hill temples. Narasimha Jayanti at Devarayanadurga and Maha Shivaratri at Shivagange…

Half day

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Suggested Tumakuru Itinerary

Day 1Day 1

  • Visit Bhoga Narasimha and Yoganarasimha temples atop Devarayanadurga
  • Walk the forested hill trails and enjoy panoramic views
  • Explore Namada Chilume spring and the adjacent deer park

Day 2Day 2

  • Trek up Madhugiri Fort's marked trail
  • Explore the fort's gateways, walls, and summit ruins
  • Visit the nearby Madhugiri town for a local lunch

Day 3Day 3

  • Climb Shivagange's pilgrim trail to the summit
  • Visit the cave shrines and monolithic Nandi statue
  • Explore the base temple complex
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