The Somnath temple, its tall spire and domes in golden sandstone, on the coast at Prabhas Patan

Dwarka → Somnath by road

Dwarka to Somnath distance, bus and tempo traveller hire

A 2-day round trip from Dwarka to Somnath in a 17-seater tempo traveller costs ₹14,500–17,800, and ₹31,500–42,400 in a 49-seater coach (as of Oct 2026). 237 km each way, 5–6 hours in a tempo traveller or bus.

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Distance
237 km
one way, by road
Drive time
5–6 h
group vehicle
Plan for
2 to 3 days
most groups
Round trip
~521 km
within the state
Fare from
₹14,500–17,800
Tempo Traveller 17-seater, round trip

The road distance from Dwarka to Somnath is about 237 km (measured along the road); with tea and meal stops, a tempo traveller or bus takes 5–6 hours. Most groups plan 2 to 3 days.

Somnath is a pilgrimage destination in Gujarat. Tell us your dates and group size and verified operators send you itemised quotes to compare.

How many are going?

Slide to your group size: the vehicle that fits and its Dwarka → Somnath fare, from the table below.

Fits your group

Tempo Traveller 17-seater or Force Urbania (luxury van)

13–17 or 10–17 seats

₹6,800–8,400 for a full day (250 km)

Dwarka → Somnath

₹14,500–17,800

Tempo Traveller 17-seater · 237 km one way · 2 days, round trip

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Indicative fares from the tables on this page (see the notes under them); operators quote the exact price.

Dwarka to Somnath fare by vehicle

Round trip with driver over 2 days, about 521 km in all. Pick a vehicle to get exact quotes.

Dwarka to Somnath: indicative fares by vehicle
VehicleSeatsRound trip, 2 daysQuotes
SUV / Innova6–7₹10,100–13,400Get quotes
Tempo Traveller 12-seater9–12₹12,300–15,600Get quotes
Tempo Traveller 17-seater13–17₹14,500–17,800Get quotes
Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater18–26₹16,700–21,100Get quotes
Force Urbania (luxury van)10–17₹18,900–24,300Get quotes
Mini Bus 28–35 seater27–35₹23,200–31,500Get quotes
AC Coach 40–49 seater36–49₹31,500–42,400Get quotes
AC Coach 50–56 seater50–56₹36,900–47,900Get 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.

Change the days or stops in the fare calculatorRates per km for every vehicle

Dwarka to Somnath cost per person

The round-trip fare above split across every seat in the vehicle.

Dwarka to Somnath: cost per person by vehicle
VehicleSeatsPer person
SUV / Innova7₹1,440–1,910
Tempo Traveller 12-seater12₹1,030–1,300
Tempo Traveller 17-seater17₹850–1,050
Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater26₹640–810
Force Urbania (luxury van)17₹1,110–1,430
Mini Bus 28–35 seater35₹660–900
AC Coach 40–49 seater49₹640–870
AC Coach 50–56 seater56₹660–860

Per person if every seat is filled (the Seats column); an estimate as of Oct 2026. Fewer people means a higher share each.

What to see in Somnath

The first Jyotirlinga, with Gir lions and Diu nearby

  1. Day 1

    Somnath

    • Somnath Temple darshan
    • Evening light and sound show
    • Triveni Sangam
    • Bhalka Tirth
  2. Day 2

    Gir National Park

    • Morning lion safari at Sasan Gir (book online)
    • Devalia interpretation zone

Best time to go

November to March.

  • Gir safaris are closed from mid-June to mid-October.

Where groups stay

  • Somnath / Veraval: Near the temple
  • Sasan Gir: Resorts for the safari morning

Somnath trip guide

On the way

Places close to the route, good for a break or a darshan stop.

  • Porbandar

Add to the trip: around Somnath

Distances are estimated from the map.

Good to know

  • Temple towns get crowded on festivals and weekends. Start early, and ask the operator about parking close to the temple for elderly travellers.
  • 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.
  • Gir safari permits sell out; book as soon as your dates are fixed.

Questions groups ask

What is the distance from Dwarka to Somnath by road?

237 km one way by road (measured along the route), so about 521 km for the round trip with local running.

How long does it take to reach Somnath from Dwarka by road?

A tempo traveller or bus with tea and meal stops takes 5–6 hours. Group vehicles average 45–50 km an hour with stops. Most groups plan 2 to 3 days.

Which vehicle should we hire from Dwarka to Somnath for our 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.

What is the tempo traveller fare from Dwarka to Somnath?

For a 2-day round trip with driver: ₹12,300–15,600 (Tempo Traveller 12-seater), ₹14,500–17,800 (Tempo Traveller 17-seater), ₹16,700–21,100 (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 Dwarka to Somnath cost?

For a 2-day round trip with driver: ₹23,200–31,500 (Mini Bus 28–35 seater), ₹31,500–42,400 (AC Coach 40–49 seater), ₹36,900–47,900 (AC Coach 50–56 seater), as of Oct 2026. Hotels, food and entry tickets are extra.

What does a Dwarka to Somnath trip cost per person?

With all 17 seats filled, a 2-day round trip in a 17-seater tempo traveller (₹14,500–17,800) works out to ₹850–1,050 per person, and ₹640–870 each in a 49-seater coach (an estimate, as of Oct 2026). Fewer people means a higher share each; hotels and food are extra.

How many days should a group plan for Somnath?

Most groups make it 2 to 3 days. With an extra day you can add Veraval and Chorwad Beach. Best time to go: November to March.

Dwarka se Somnath ki duri kitni hai?

Dwarka se Somnath ki sadak se duri lagbhag 237 km hai. Tempo traveller ya bus mein chai aur khane ke stop ke saath 5 se 6 ghante lagte hain.

How do I get exact prices?

Post your dates and group size on Yippigo. Up to 6 verified operators near Dwarka 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. No Yippigo fee: free until 31 December 2026.

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