Statue of Unity trip for groups
The Statue of Unity at Ekta Nagar (Kevadia) is Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's statue on the Narmada, the tallest in the world, with a viewing gallery, the Sardar Sarovar Dam, a jungle safari park and an evening laser show around it.
Statue of Unity is 200 km from Ahmedabad by road, 4–5 hours in a group vehicle. Best time: October to March. A 2-day trip from Ahmedabad in a 17-seater tempo traveller is ₹14,000–17,100 (as of Oct 2026).
How to reach Statue of Unity
- By road, most groups drive from Ahmedabad down the expressway to Vadodara and then east via Dabhoi to Ekta Nagar.
- The nearest railway station is Ekta Nagar (formerly Kevadia); the nearest airport is Vadodara.
- Group vehicles stop at the official parking, and visitors use the shuttle buses between the parking and the statue.
Statue of Unity from Gujarat cities: distance and fares
Round trips with driver; the days are what most groups take.
| From | Distance | Days | 17-seater | AC Coach 40–49 seater |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ahmedabad | 200 km | 2 days | ₹14,000–17,100 | ₹30,200–40,700 |
| Gandhinagar | ≈ 231 km | 2 days | ₹14,200–17,400 | ₹30,700–41,400 |
| Vadodara | ≈ 93 km | 1 day | ₹6,800–8,400 | ₹15,000–20,200 |
| Surat | ≈ 144 km | 1 day | ₹8,500–10,500 | ₹18,800–25,500 |
| Rajkot | ≈ 372 km | 2 days | ₹22,000–27,100 | ₹48,600–65,800 |
| Bhavnagar | ≈ 198 km | 2 days | ₹14,000–17,100 | ₹30,200–40,700 |
| Jamnagar | ≈ 468 km | 3 days | ₹28,200–34,700 | ₹61,700–83,300 |
| Junagadh | ≈ 413 km | 3 days | ₹25,100–30,800 | ₹54,700–73,800 |
| Bhuj | ≈ 542 km | 3 days | ₹32,200–39,800 | ₹71,000–96,100 |
| Porbandar | ≈ 516 km | 3 days | ₹30,800–38,000 | ₹67,800–91,600 |
One way by road; ≈ marks a distance estimated from the map. Indicative range, updated Oct 2026; actual quotes from verified operators may differ. For a round trip with driver: vehicle hire at the class's ₹/km band (minimum 250 km a day), driver allowance ₹500 a day, night halt ₹300, 5% GST. Tolls and parking are extra, at actual cost. Post your trip for exact itemised quotes.
What to see in Statue of Unity
The Statue of Unity, the world's tallest statue, on the Narmada
Day 1
Statue of Unity
- Viewing gallery of the Statue of Unity
- Valley of Flowers
- Evening laser show
Day 2
Around Kevadia
- Sardar Sarovar Dam viewpoint
- Jungle Safari park
- Ekta Cruise or river rafting
Best time to go
October to March.
- Jan (good)
- Feb (good)
- Mar (good)
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct (good)
- Nov (good)
- Dec (good)
- The Statue of Unity is closed on Mondays.
Where groups stay
- Tent City / Kevadia: Resorts and tents close to the statue
- Buy viewing gallery tickets online; slots fill up on weekends.
To Statue of Unity from other cities
Questions groups ask
How far is Statue of Unity from Ahmedabad?
200 km by road, about 4–5 hours in a tempo traveller or bus with stops. From Gandhinagar: ≈ 231 km. From Vadodara: ≈ 93 km. From Surat: ≈ 144 km.
What does a Statue of Unity trip cost for a group?
From Ahmedabad, a 2-day round trip with driver is ₹14,000–17,100 in a 17-seater tempo traveller and ₹30,200–40,700 in a AC Coach 40–49 seater (indicative, October 2026). Hotels, food and entry tickets are extra.
How many days do you need for Statue of Unity?
Most groups plan 2 days from Ahmedabad: the plan below has 2 days of sightseeing, starting with statue of unity.
When is the best time to visit Statue of Unity?
October to March. The Statue of Unity is closed on Mondays.
Where should a group stay in Statue of Unity?
Tent City / Kevadia: resorts and tents close to the statue.