Bhopal to Bandhavgarh by tempo traveller or bus

Bandhavgarh is a nature destination in Madhya Pradesh, ≈ 454 km from Bhopal. Tell us your dates and group size and verified operators send you itemised quotes to compare.

Bhopal to Bandhavgarh is ≈ 454 km by road, 9–12 hours in a tempo traveller or bus. A 3-day round trip in a 17-seater tempo traveller costs ₹27,400–33,700, and ₹59,900–80,900 in a 49-seater coach (as of Oct 2026).

Distance
≈ 454 km
estimated
Drive time
9–12 h
group vehicle
Plan for
3 to 4 days
most groups
Round trip
~999 km
within the state
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Bhopal to Bandhavgarh fare by vehicle

Round trip with driver over 3 days, about 999 km in all. Pick a vehicle to get exact quotes.

Bhopal to Bandhavgarh: indicative fares by vehicle
VehicleSeatsRound trip, 3 daysQuotes
SUV / Innova6–7₹19,000–25,300Get quotes
Tempo Traveller 12-seater9–12₹23,200–29,500Get quotes
Tempo Traveller 17-seater13–17₹27,400–33,700Get quotes
Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater18–26₹31,600–40,000Get quotes
Force Urbania (luxury van)10–17₹35,800–46,300Get quotes
Mini Bus 28–35 seater27–35₹44,200–59,900Get quotes
AC Coach 40–49 seater36–49₹59,900–80,900Get quotes
AC Coach 50–56 seater50–56₹70,400–91,400Get quotes

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.

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Add to the trip: around Bandhavgarh

Distances are estimated from the map.

  • Katni · ≈ 80 km from Bandhavgarh
  • Maihar · ≈ 81 km from Bandhavgarh
  • Rewa · ≈ 116 km from Bandhavgarh

Good to know

  • Parks and safaris have their own entry slots and vehicles; book those separately and ask the operator to match timings.
  • On long days, drivers need rest. Operators usually plan one driver per 300–350 km a day; ask for two drivers for longer stretches.
  • Quotes usually include fuel, driver, and his food and stay. Tolls, parking and state taxes are listed separately. Yippigo shows each quote line by line.

Questions groups ask

How far is Bandhavgarh from Bhopal by road?

≈ 454 km one way (estimated from the map), so about 999 km for the round trip with local running. The drive takes 9–12 hours with tea and meal stops.

What is the tempo traveller fare from Bhopal to Bandhavgarh?

For a 3-day round trip with driver: ₹23,200–29,500 (Tempo Traveller 12-seater), ₹27,400–33,700 (Tempo Traveller 17-seater), ₹31,600–40,000 (Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater), indicative, October 2026. That covers vehicle hire, the driver allowance, night halts and 5% GST; tolls and parking are extra.

How much does a bus from Bhopal to Bandhavgarh cost?

For a 3-day round trip with driver: ₹44,200–59,900 (Mini Bus 28–35 seater), ₹59,900–80,900 (AC Coach 40–49 seater), ₹70,400–91,400 (AC Coach 50–56 seater), as of Oct 2026. Hotels, food and entry tickets are extra.

How many days should a group plan for Bandhavgarh?

Most groups make it 3 to 4 days. With an extra day you can add Katni and Maihar.

Which vehicle suits my group?

Up to 7 people fit an SUV or Innova; 9–26 a tempo traveller; 27–35 a mini bus; 36–56 a full-size coach. Leave a seat or two spare for luggage on long trips.

How do I get exact prices?

Post your dates and group size on Yippigo. Up to 6 verified operators near Bhopal are invited to quote, aiming for 3 quotes: vehicle, driver, tolls and permits line by line. You compare and pay the operator you choose an advance (20–30%) directly.

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