Vadodara to Somnath by tempo traveller or bus
Somnath is a pilgrimage destination in Gujarat, ≈ 400 km from Vadodara. Tell us your dates and group size and verified operators send you itemised quotes to compare.
Vadodara to Somnath is ≈ 400 km by road, 8–10 hours in a tempo traveller or bus. A 2-day round trip in a 17-seater tempo traveller costs ₹23,500–29,100, and ₹52,200–70,700 in a 49-seater coach (as of Oct 2026).
- Distance
- ≈ 400 km
- estimated
- Drive time
- 8–10 h
- group vehicle
- Plan for
- 2 to 3 days
- most groups
- Round trip
- ~880 km
- within the state
Vadodara to Somnath fare by vehicle
Round trip with driver over 2 days, about 880 km in all. Pick a vehicle to get exact quotes.
| Vehicle | Seats | Round trip, 2 days | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| SUV / Innova | 6–7 | ₹16,100–21,700 | Get quotes |
| Tempo Traveller 12-seater | 9–12 | ₹19,800–25,400 | Get quotes |
| Tempo Traveller 17-seater | 13–17 | ₹23,500–29,100 | Get quotes |
| Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater | 18–26 | ₹27,200–34,600 | Get quotes |
| Force Urbania (luxury van) | 10–17 | ₹30,900–40,200 | Get quotes |
| Mini Bus 28–35 seater | 27–35 | ₹38,300–52,200 | Get quotes |
| AC Coach 40–49 seater | 36–49 | ₹52,200–70,700 | Get quotes |
| AC Coach 50–56 seater | 50–56 | ₹61,400–79,900 | Get 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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What to see in Somnath
The first Jyotirlinga, with Gir lions and Diu nearby
Day 1
Somnath
- Somnath Temple darshan
- Evening light and sound show
- Triveni Sangam
- Bhalka Tirth
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
On the way
Places close to the route, good for a break or a darshan stop.
- Bhavnagar
- Palitana
Add to the trip: around Somnath
Distances are estimated from the map.
- Veraval · ≈ 5 km from Somnath
- Chorwad Beach · ≈ 27 km from Somnath
- Sasan Gir · ≈ 46 km from Somnath
- Diu · ≈ 78 km from Somnath
- Una · ≈ 81 km from Somnath
- Junagadh · ≈ 86 km from Somnath
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
How far is Somnath from Vadodara by road?
≈ 400 km one way (estimated from the map), so about 880 km for the round trip with local running. The drive takes 8–10 hours with tea and meal stops.
What is the tempo traveller fare from Vadodara to Somnath?
For a 2-day round trip with driver: ₹19,800–25,400 (Tempo Traveller 12-seater), ₹23,500–29,100 (Tempo Traveller 17-seater), ₹27,200–34,600 (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 Vadodara to Somnath cost?
For a 2-day round trip with driver: ₹38,300–52,200 (Mini Bus 28–35 seater), ₹52,200–70,700 (AC Coach 40–49 seater), ₹61,400–79,900 (AC Coach 50–56 seater), as of Oct 2026. Hotels, food and entry tickets 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.
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 Vadodara 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.