Rewa to Kumbakonam
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Rewa, Madhya Pradesh to Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu.
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: Rewa to Kumbakonam
1980 km · ~42h 56m · About 40h of driving split over 5 days, plus stops.
- Start from Rewa
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.
96 km · 1h 55m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 396Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 546Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 696Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
96 km · 1h 55m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 792Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 942Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1092Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
96 km · 1h 55m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 1188Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1338Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1488Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
96 km · 1h 55m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 1584Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1734Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1884Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
96 km · 1h 55m drive from previous stop
Arrive in KumbakonamKumbakonam, Tamil Nadu
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: Rewa to Kumbakonam
1980 km · ~44h · 2 bus rides with 1 change. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.
- Board at Rewa
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Rewa. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Rewa → change point 1
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~990 km
~22h|Tentative fare ₹1,090–₹2,820
- Change buses at a major city (around km 990)
Get down at the bus stand of a large city on the highway and take the next bus towards Kumbakonam. If your connection is not until the next day, stay the night there.
- change point 1 → Kumbakonam
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~990 km
~22h|Tentative fare ₹1,090–₹2,820
- Arrive in Kumbakonam
Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Rewa to Kumbakonam
Nearest railway stations: Rewa for Rewa, Kumbakonam for Kumbakonam.
No direct train found — best options with a change
2 changes · 43h 40m in total
Change trains at Bina Jn — about 2h 41m wait
Change trains at Vijayawada Jn — about 1h 20m wait
2 changes · 51h 2m in total
Change trains at Bhopal Jn — about 1h 35m wait
Change trains at Katpadi Jn — about 3h 34m wait
2 changes · 51h 2m in total
Change trains at Bina Jn — about 5h 17m wait
Change trains at Villupuram Jn — about 2h 5m 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.
Rewa to Kumbakonam: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Rewa to Kumbakonam is about 1980 km by road, roughly 39.6 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 1980 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹68,117 · Ertiga ₹86,828 · Innova ₹90,571 · Innova Crysta ₹1,11,532 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹1,54,188
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹2,180 · AC Seater ₹3,560 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹3,170 · AC Sleeper ₹4,550 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹5,590
- Train: Sleeper ₹1,220 · Economy ₹2,010 · Third AC ₹2,800 · Second AC ₹3,990 · First AC ₹5,570
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
Want the full Kumbakonam guide?
Attractions, itineraries, temples and travel tips for Kumbakonam.
Stops & Places Along the Route
Good places to break the journey from Rewa to Kumbakonam. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.
Hotels in Kumbakonam
Treebo hotels in Thanjavur, about 33 km from Kumbakonam. Tell us your dates and we'll get you a rate.
Treebo Premium La Orchid
Thanjavur
Treebo Naaz Royal
Thanjavur
Things to Do in Kumbakonam
Visit Adi Kumbeswarar Temple
Explore the sprawling complex dedicated to Shiva, with its towering gopuram and the sacred tank where the nectar pot is said to have landed. Witness the vibrant rituals…
1-2 hours
Marvel at Sarangapani Temple's Gopuram
Admire the 11-tiered gopuram and the unique chariot-shaped sanctum entrance, a masterpiece of Nayak architecture. Participate in the daily pujas and feel the spiritual…
1-2 hours
Circumambulate the Mahamaham Tank
Walk around the sacred tank, surrounded by 16 small mandapams and shrines. Learn about its mythological significance and the grand festival that occurs every 12 years.
1 hour
Take a Day Trip to Airavatesvara Temple, Darasuram
Drive to this UNESCO World Heritage site, a gem of Chola architecture. Admire the stone chariot wheels, the intricate friezes, and the musical steps that echo with…
Half day
Sip Kumbakonam Degree Coffee
Indulge in the town's famous filter coffee, brewed in a brass davara and served with frothy milk. Visit a local stall to experience the authentic 'degree' that has made…
30 minutes
Explore Local Bazaars
Wander through the bustling streets to buy betel leaves, brassware, and traditional silk. Interact with locals and observe daily life in this vibrant temple town.
2 hours
Suggested Kumbakonam Itinerary
Day 1Day 1
- Morning darshan at Adi Kumbeswarar Temple
- Visit Sarangapani Temple and climb its gopuram
- Walk around Mahamaham Tank and its 20 ghats
Day 2Day 2
- Morning visit to Airavatesvara Temple, Darasuram
- Photography and detailed exploration of Darasuram's carvings
- Afternoon darshan at Nageswaran Temple
Day 3Day 3
- Optional morning visit to Kasi Viswanathar Temple
- Shopping for betel leaves, brass items, and silk
- Leisurely lunch at a heritage-style restaurant
Extend Your Trip
Add a nearby place to your Kumbakonam trip and see the full Rewa → Kumbakonam → next stop route.
Kumbakonam → Chidambaram
About 75 km by road
Plan My Trip: Rewa to Kumbakonam
Pick how you want to travel and we'll send a complete plan with transport, hotel and sightseeing — on WhatsApp and a call back.
Related Tour Packages
- Ariyalur Gangaikonda Cholapuram Tour Package
- Arupadai Veedu tour package from Bangalore
- Arupadai Veedu Tour Package from Chennai – 4 Days by Road
- arupadai veedu tour package from chennai
- Arupadai Veedu tour package from Hyderabad
- Arupadai Veedu tour package from Madurai
- Arupadai Veedu tour package from Trichy
- Gangaikonda Cholapuram Tour Package
- Kumbakonam Swamimalai Tour Package
- Kumbakonam Thanjavur Tour Package
- Kumbakonam to Ahobilam Tour Package – 3 Night 4 Days
- Kumbakonam Tour Package 2 Days