How to Reach

How to Reach

Bhilai is a well-connected industrial city in central India, located just 30 km from Raipur. Thanks to its strong infrastructure, it's accessible by road, rail, and air (via Raipur Airport). Whether you’re visiting for work, education, or tourism, here’s your guide on how to reach Bhilai easily and comfortably.

 By Air – Nearest Airport: Raipur (RPR)

 Swami Vivekananda Airport, Raipur

• Located about 40 km from Bhilai (via NH53), this is the nearest and most convenient airport.
• Connected to major Indian cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai.
• Frequent flights operated by IndiGo, Air India, Vistara, Akasa Air, and others.

 From Airport to Bhilai:

• You can reach Bhilai by:
  ✅ Prepaid taxis or app-based cabs (Ola/Uber)
  ✅ Private cab rentals
  ✅ Buses or shared cabs from Raipur City

 Travel Time: ~1 to 1.5 hours depending on traffic

 By Train – Well-Connected Railway Network

Bhilai has several nearby railway stations:

 Major Train Routes:

Bhilai (via Durg or BPHB) is connected to:

• Delhi (via Samta Express, Chhattisgarh Express)
• Mumbai (via Howrah–Mumbai Mail, Gitanjali Express)
• Kolkata (via Shalimar–Lokmanya Tilak Express)
• Chennai, Bangalore, Nagpur, Hyderabad, Bhopal, etc.

 Tip: Book tickets to Durg Junction for more train options, then take an auto/taxi to Bhilai.

 By Road – Smooth Highway Access

Bhilai is well-connected by road via NH53 (formerly NH6) and NH30, offering smooth access from nearby cities and towns.

 Road Distances from Major Cities:

 Bus Services:

• Frequent government (CGRTC) and private buses from:
  ✅ Raipur, Durg, Bilaspur, Rajnandgaon, Nagpur
• Options include AC sleeper, semi-sleeper, and deluxe buses.
• Buses stop at Bhilai Bus Stand or Power House Chowk.

 Tip: Use apps like RedBus, Paytm, or AbhiBus to book your tickets online.

 Local Transport in Bhilai

• Auto-rickshaws and cycle rickshaws for short distances
• Ola/Uber and private taxis for longer rides
• City buses connect Bhilai with Durg and Raipur at regular intervals

 Summary: Best Ways to Reach Bhilai