Surat to Statue of Unity by tempo traveller or bus

Statue of Unity (Ekta Nagar, Kevadia) is a heritage destination in Gujarat, ≈ 144 km from Surat. Tell us your dates and group size and verified operators send you itemised quotes to compare.

Surat to Statue of Unity is ≈ 144 km by road, 3–4 hours in a tempo traveller or bus. A day trip in a 17-seater tempo traveller costs ₹8,500–10,500, and ₹18,800–25,500 in a 49-seater coach (as of Oct 2026).

Distance
≈ 144 km
estimated
Drive time
3–4 h
group vehicle
Plan for
a day trip
or 2 days to see more
Round trip
~317 km
within the state
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Surat to Statue of Unity fare by vehicle

Round trip with driver over one day, about 317 km in all. Pick a vehicle to get exact quotes.

Surat to Statue of Unity: indicative fares by vehicle
VehicleSeatsRound trip, 1 dayQuotes
SUV / Innova6–7₹5,900–7,800Get quotes
Tempo Traveller 12-seater9–12₹7,200–9,200Get quotes
Tempo Traveller 17-seater13–17₹8,500–10,500Get quotes
Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater18–26₹9,800–12,500Get quotes
Force Urbania (luxury van)10–17₹11,200–14,500Get quotes
Mini Bus 28–35 seater27–35₹13,800–18,800Get quotes
AC Coach 40–49 seater36–49₹18,800–25,500Get quotes
AC Coach 50–56 seater50–56₹22,200–28,800Get quotes

Indicative range, updated Oct 2026; actual quotes from verified operators may differ. For a day 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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What to see in Statue of Unity

The Statue of Unity, the world's tallest statue, on the Narmada

  1. Day 1

    Statue of Unity

    • Viewing gallery of the Statue of Unity
    • Valley of Flowers
    • Evening laser show

  2. Day 2

    Around Kevadia

    • Sardar Sarovar Dam viewpoint
    • Jungle Safari park
    • Ekta Cruise or river rafting

Best time to go

October to March.

  • The Statue of Unity is closed on Mondays.

Where groups stay

  • Tent City / Kevadia: Resorts and tents close to the statue

Statue of Unity trip guide

Add to the trip: around Statue of Unity

Distances are estimated from the map.

Good to know

  • Heritage sites close one day a week and some limit bus parking; share your plan with the operator so the driver knows the drop points.
  • 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.
  • Buy viewing gallery tickets online; slots fill up on weekends.

Questions groups ask

How far is Statue of Unity from Surat by road?

≈ 144 km one way (estimated from the map), so about 317 km for the round trip with local running. The drive takes 3–4 hours with tea and meal stops.

What is the tempo traveller fare from Surat to Statue of Unity?

For a day trip with driver: ₹7,200–9,200 (Tempo Traveller 12-seater), ₹8,500–10,500 (Tempo Traveller 17-seater), ₹9,800–12,500 (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 Surat to Statue of Unity cost?

For a day trip with driver: ₹13,800–18,800 (Mini Bus 28–35 seater), ₹18,800–25,500 (AC Coach 40–49 seater), ₹22,200–28,800 (AC Coach 50–56 seater), as of Oct 2026. Hotels, food and entry tickets are extra.

How many days should a group plan for Statue of Unity?

Most groups make it a day trip, or 2 days to see more. With an extra day you can add Pavagadh and Vadodara. Best time to go: October to March.

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 Surat 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.