Gandhinagar to Palitana by tempo traveller or bus

Palitana is a pilgrimage destination in Gujarat, ≈ 251 km from Gandhinagar. Tell us your dates and group size and verified operators send you itemised quotes to compare.

Gandhinagar to Palitana is ≈ 251 km by road, 5–7 hours in a tempo traveller or bus. A 2-day round trip in a 17-seater tempo traveller costs ₹15,300–18,800, and ₹33,200–44,800 in a 49-seater coach (as of Oct 2026).

Distance
≈ 251 km
estimated
Drive time
5–7 h
group vehicle
Plan for
2 to 3 days
most groups
Round trip
~552 km
within the state
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Gandhinagar to Palitana fare by vehicle

Round trip with driver over 2 days, about 552 km in all. Pick a vehicle to get exact quotes.

Gandhinagar to Palitana: indicative fares by vehicle
VehicleSeatsRound trip, 2 daysQuotes
SUV / Innova6–7₹10,600–14,100Get quotes
Tempo Traveller 12-seater9–12₹13,000–16,400Get quotes
Tempo Traveller 17-seater13–17₹15,300–18,800Get quotes
Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater18–26₹17,600–22,200Get quotes
Force Urbania (luxury van)10–17₹19,900–25,700Get quotes
Mini Bus 28–35 seater27–35₹24,500–33,200Get quotes
AC Coach 40–49 seater36–49₹33,200–44,800Get quotes
AC Coach 50–56 seater50–56₹39,000–50,600Get 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

On the way

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

  • Bhavnagar

Add to the trip: around Palitana

Distances are estimated from the map.

  • Amreli · ≈ 77 km from Palitana
  • Salangpur Hanuman · ≈ 85 km from Palitana
  • Botad · ≈ 90 km from Palitana

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.

Verified operators near Gandhinagar

1 verified operator within 75 km of Gandhinagar. Each one's permits, fitness and insurance are checked before they can quote.

Questions groups ask

How far is Palitana from Gandhinagar by road?

≈ 251 km one way (estimated from the map), so about 552 km for the round trip with local running. The drive takes 5–7 hours with tea and meal stops.

What is the tempo traveller fare from Gandhinagar to Palitana?

For a 2-day round trip with driver: ₹13,000–16,400 (Tempo Traveller 12-seater), ₹15,300–18,800 (Tempo Traveller 17-seater), ₹17,600–22,200 (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 Gandhinagar to Palitana cost?

For a 2-day round trip with driver: ₹24,500–33,200 (Mini Bus 28–35 seater), ₹33,200–44,800 (AC Coach 40–49 seater), ₹39,000–50,600 (AC Coach 50–56 seater), as of Oct 2026. Hotels, food and entry tickets are extra.

How many days should a group plan for Palitana?

Most groups make it 2 to 3 days. With an extra day you can add Amreli and Salangpur Hanuman.

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 Gandhinagar 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.