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How to Reach

Bhopal, the capital city of Madhya Pradesh, is well-connected by air, rail, and road to all major cities in India. Whether you're traveling from Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, or a nearby town, getting to Bhopal is easy, efficient, and comfortable.

 

 By Air (Fastest Option)

 Raja Bhoj Airport (BHO), Bhopal

  • Located 13 km from the city center, it is the primary airport serving Bhopal.
  • Operates regular domestic flights to:
    Delhi
    Mumbai
    Bengaluru
    Hyderabad
    Ahmedabad
    Raipur
  • Occasional international charter flights and seasonal routes.

 From Airport to City:

Mode

Time

Fare (Approx.)

Auto-rickshaw

25–30 mins

₹150–₹250

Taxi/Cab

20–25 mins

₹300–₹500

App-based Cabs

Ola/Uber available

Varies

 Tip: Prepaid taxis and app cabs are easily available at the airport exit.

 

 By Train (Most Convenient Option)

 Major Railway Stations:

  1. Bhopal Junction (BPL) – Main railway hub
  2. Habibganj Railway Station (Bhopal Habibganj – HBJ) – A modern, smart station

Both stations are well-connected to all parts of India, including:

  • Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Bangalore, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Pune, Nagpur, Varanasi, Jaipur, and Hyderabad.

Popular Trains to Bhopal:

Train

Route

Travel Time

Shatabdi Express

Delhi – Bhopal

~8 hrs

Rajdhani Express

Mumbai/Delhi – Bhopal

~10–12 hrs

Karnataka Express

Bengaluru – Bhopal

~27 hrs

Punjab Mail

Mumbai – Bhopal

~15 hrs

Intercity & Express Trains

Across MP & nearby states

Varies

 Tip: Habibganj Station is cleaner and more modern, ideal for tourists and families.

 

 By Road (Scenic & Flexible)

Bhopal is connected by national highways and state highways to nearby cities like Indore, Jabalpur, Ujjain, Nagpur, and Sanchi.

 Best Road Routes to Bhopal:

From

Distance

Travel Time

Highway

Indore

190 km

~4 hrs

NH 46

Jabalpur

310 km

~6 hrs

NH 45

Nagpur

350 km

~6.5 hrs

NH 47

Ujjain

190 km

~4 hrs

NH 146

Sanchi

46 km

~1 hr

NH 86

 Bus Options:

  • MSRTC and Private Volvo buses available from:
    ✅ Indore
    ✅ Ujjain
    ✅ Nagpur
    ✅ Jabalpur
  • Online booking via RedBus, MakeMyTrip, Abhibus, or state-run portals.

 Tip: For comfortable travel, opt for AC sleeper or semi-sleeper buses.

 

Local Transport in Bhopal

  • Auto-rickshaws – Cheap and abundant for short distances
  • App-based Cabs – Ola, Uber available throughout the city
  • City Buses (BCLL) – Covers all major areas, including tourist spots
  • E-rickshaws & Rental Bikes – Available near railway stations and bus stands

 Tip: Use app-based cabs or pre-paid autos for safe and fair travel in new areas.

 

 Best Travel Option by City

City

Best Way to Reach

Approx. Travel Time

Delhi

Flight (1.5 hrs) / Shatabdi Train (8 hrs)

Mumbai

Flight (1.5 hrs) / Train (10–12 hrs)

Indore

Car or Bus (4 hrs) / Train (3.5 hrs)

Nagpur

Train (6 hrs) / Car (6.5 hrs)

Jabalpur

Train (6 hrs) / Bus (6 hrs)