Sambalpur to Akola
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Sambalpur, Odisha to Akola, Maharashtra.
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: Sambalpur to Akola
947 km · ~19h 56m · About 19h of driving split over 3 days, plus stops.
- Start from Sambalpur
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.
166 km · 3h 19m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 316Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 466Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
166 km · 3h 19m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 631Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 781Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
166 km · 3h 19m drive from previous stop
Arrive in AkolaAkola, 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: Sambalpur to Akola
947 km · ~21h 3m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Sambalpur
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Sambalpur. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Sambalpur → Akola
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~947 km
~21h 3m|Tentative fare ₹1,040–₹2,700
- Arrive in Akola
Akola, 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: Sambalpur to Akola
Nearest railway stations: Sambalpur Road for Sambalpur, Akola Jn for Akola.
Direct trains
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.
Sambalpur to Akola: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Sambalpur to Akola is about 947 km by road, roughly 18.9 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 947 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹36,308 · Ertiga ₹46,251 · Innova ₹48,240 · Innova Crysta ₹59,434 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹82,048
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹1,040 · AC Seater ₹1,700 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹1,520 · AC Sleeper ₹2,180 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹2,700
- Train: Sleeper ₹600 · Economy ₹980 · Third AC ₹1,360 · Second AC ₹1,920 · First AC ₹2,680
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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Stops & Places Along the Route
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Suggested Akola Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Akola
- Travel from Sambalpur to Akola (about 18.9 hrs by road) and check in
- Visit Balapur Fort
Day 2Explore Akola
- Visit Salasar Balaji Mandir, Akola
- Visit Siddhivinayak Ganesh Temple, Akola
Day 3Last sights and departure
- Visit Buddha Dhamma Sanskar Sabhagruha, Akola
- Head back to Sambalpur
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