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Somnath to Gir National Park

The distance from Somnath to Gir National Park is about 60 km by road, roughly 1 hours (estimated). It seems most accepted to spend the night at a hotel in Junagadh and take a bus

60 kmDistance
1 hrsDuration

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹5,855
Ertiga₹7,430
Innova₹7,745
Innova Crysta₹9,570
Tempo Traveller (12)₹13,100

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹70
AC Seater₹110
Non-AC Sleeper₹100
AC Sleeper₹140
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹220
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Train
Sleeper₹70
Economy₹90
Third AC₹110
Second AC₹150
First AC₹200
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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.

Overview

The distance from Somnath to Gir National Park is about 60 km by road, roughly 1 hours (estimated). It seems most accepted to spend the night at a hotel in Junagadh and take a bus or taxi to Gir early in the morning.

Route Map

By Car: Somnath to Gir National Park

60 km · ~1h 12m · About 1h of driving, plus stops.

  1. Start from Somnath

    An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.

  2. 60 km · 1h 12m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Gir National Park

    Gir National Park, Gujarat

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: Somnath to Gir National Park

60 km · ~1h 20m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

  1. Board at Somnath

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

  2. Somnath → Gir National Park

    Non-AC or AC Seater · ~60 km

    ~1h 20m|Tentative fare ₹70–₹220

  3. Arrive in Gir National Park

    Gir National Park, Gujarat

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

By Train: Somnath to Gir National Park

Nearest railway stations: Somnath for Somnath, Gir Hadmatiya for Gir National Park.

Direct trains

Junagadh Delvada Passenger#52952 · Passenger
11:00 AMTalala Junction
25m2 stops
11:25 AMGir Hadmatiya
Veraval Dhasa Passenger#52929 · Passenger
11:00 AMTalala Junction
49m2 stops
11:49 AMSasan Gir
Veraval Kodinar Passenger#52954 · Passenger
12:00 PMVeraval
1h 15m4 stops
01:15 PMGir Hadmatiya
Delvada Junagadh Passenger#52951 · Passenger
05:10 PMTalala Junction
46m2 stops
05:56 PMSasan Gir
Veraval Delvada Passenger#52949 · Passenger
05:35 PMTalala Junction
24m2 stops
05:59 PMGir Hadmatiya

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.

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Budget Estimate

road

60 km

1 hours

Approximately 60 km by road from Somnath to Gir National Park, roughly 1 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).

train

60 km

The nearest railway station to Gir National Park is Jamwala railway station, about 14 km from the town centre.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. How far is Gir National Park from Somnath?

About 60 km by road (estimated from straight-line distance).

2. Which airport is closest to Gir National Park?

Diu Airport (DIU), about 44 km away.

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