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Chhattisgarh, located in central India, is well-connected by air, rail, and road. Whether you're traveling from within India or abroad, reaching Chhattisgarh is convenient, and the state offers various transport options for traveling within.

Here’s a detailed travel guide on how to reach Chhattisgarh and the best ways to travel within the state:

 

 By Air – Major Airports in Chhattisgarh

Chhattisgarh has one international airport and several domestic airports, connecting it to major Indian cities and international destinations.

 Major Airports & Connectivity

Airport

City

Type

Major Routes

Swami Vivekananda Airport

Raipur

International & Domestic

Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Chennai, Dubai

Bilasa Devi Kevat Airport

Bilaspur

Domestic

Delhi, Bhopal, Jabalpur

Jagdalpur Airport

Jagdalpur

Domestic

Raipur, Hyderabad

Ambikapur Airport

Ambikapur

Domestic

Raipur (planned expansion for other cities)

Best Airport for International Travelers:

  • Raipur International Airport (Has international flights).
  • Delhi/Mumbai Airport Domestic flight to Raipur/Bilaspur.

Tip: If visiting Bastar or tribal areas, Jagdalpur Airport is the best choice.

 

 By Train – Chhattisgarh’s Rail Network

Chhattisgarh has an extensive railway network, making train travel affordable and widely used.

 Major Railway Stations & Connectivity

Railway Station

City

Railway Zone

Major Routes

Raipur Junction

Raipur

South East Central Railway

Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Bangalore, Chennai

Bilaspur Junction

Bilaspur

South East Central Railway

Delhi, Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Howrah

Durg Junction

Durg

South East Central Railway

Jaipur, Ahmedabad, Chennai, Varanasi

Jagdalpur Railway Station

Jagdalpur

East Coast Railway

Visakhapatnam, Hyderabad

Ambikapur Railway Station

Ambikapur

North East Central Railway

Jabalpur, Bhopal, Raipur

Best Train Options:

  • Raipur – Delhi Rajdhani Express – Fastest train between Delhi and Chhattisgarh.
  • Howrah – Mumbai Mail – Connects eastern and western India via Raipur.
  • Durg – Jaipur Express – Best for traveling from Rajasthan to Chhattisgarh.

Tip: Train is the best way to travel to Bilaspur, Jagdalpur, and remote locations.

 

 By Road – Highways & Bus Connectivity

Chhattisgarh has well-developed highways connecting it to neighboring states like Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Odisha, Jharkhand, and Telangana.

 Major Highways Connecting Chhattisgarh

Highway

Route

Connects Chhattisgarh With

NH-30

Mumbai – Raipur – Visakhapatnam

Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh

NH-43

Bilaspur – Jagdalpur – Odisha

Odisha, Jharkhand

NH-53

Raipur – Bilaspur – Durg

Madhya Pradesh

NH-130

Raipur – Korba – Ambikapur

Jharkhand, Bihar

Best Road Travel Options:

  • Taxis & Cabs: Available in all major cities (Ola, Uber in Raipur & Bilaspur).
  • Intercity AC Buses: Connects Raipur, Bilaspur, Jagdalpur, Ambikapur.
  • Self-Drive Cars & Rentals: Available in Raipur, Durg, Bilaspur, Jagdalpur.

Tip: For tribal regions and national parks, hire a private cab or taxi for a comfortable journey.

 

 Public Transport & Local Travel

1. City Transport (Buses, Auto-rickshaws, & Cabs)

City

Best Local Transport Options

Raipur

City Buses, Auto-rickshaws, Ola/Uber

Bilaspur

Auto-rickshaws, City Buses

Durg

Auto-rickshaws, Ola/Uber

Jagdalpur

Local taxis, Shared Jeeps

Ambikapur

Auto-rickshaws, Cycle Rickshaws