Amarkantak is a hill town in Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, right next to the Chhattisgarh border. It has no railway station and no airport, so the last part is always by road.
The easiest way is a train to Pendra Road, then a 1 hour drive. Or let us plan it all in one of our Amarkantak tour packages.
- Nearest station: Pendra Road, about 42 km.
- Other station: Anuppur Junction, about 70 km.
- Nearest airports: Jabalpur and Raipur, about 230 km each.
- Big city by road: Bilaspur, about 120 km.
- Last part: always by car, taxi or bus.
- Drive: in daylight, hill and forest roads.
Amarkantak Distance From Nearby Places
| From | Distance by road | Time by car |
|---|---|---|
| ⭐ Pendra Road (station) | About 42 km | About 1 hour |
| Anuppur (station) | About 70 km | About 2 hours |
| Bilaspur | About 120 km | About 3 hours |
| Dindori | About 90 km | About 2 to 2.5 hours |
| Jabalpur | About 230 km | About 5 hours |
| Raipur | About 230 to 240 km | About 5 to 6 hours |
Tip: Distances are about. Hill roads are slow, so keep extra time.
How to Reach Amarkantak by Train
1Pendra Road Station
The nearest railway station to Amarkantak.
- In Gaurela-Pendra, Chhattisgarh.
- On the Bilaspur to Katni line.
- Taxis and jeeps wait outside for Amarkantak.
2Anuppur Junction
The district station of Amarkantak, with more trains.
- Good if no train stops at Pendra Road.
- Take a taxi or bus to Amarkantak.
3Bilaspur Junction
A big station with trains from all over India.
- Best for people coming from Mumbai, Kolkata or Delhi side.
- See our Bilaspur to Amarkantak guide.
How to Reach Amarkantak by Air
| Airport | Distance | In one line |
|---|---|---|
| Jabalpur | About 230 km | Good for people from the MP side. |
| Raipur | About 230 to 240 km | Most flights, then 5 to 6 hours by road. |
| Bilaspur | About 120 km | Closest, but very few flights. |
Tip: From the airport, book a taxi in advance. Roads up the hill are best in daylight.
How to Reach Amarkantak by Road
- 🚗 From Bilaspur: about 120 km through green forest.
- 🚗 From Jabalpur: about 230 km via Shahpura and Dindori. See our Jabalpur to Amarkantak guide.
- 🚗 From Raipur: about 230 to 240 km via Bilaspur. See our Raipur to Amarkantak guide.
- 🚌 Buses: from Bilaspur, Pendra, Anuppur, Jabalpur, Rewa and Raipur.
Getting Around in Amarkantak
- 🚶 Walk: Narmada Udgam, Kalachuri temples and the Jain temple are close.
- 🚗 Car or jeep: for Kapildhara, Sonmuda and Kabir Chabutra.
- 🛺 Local jeeps are easy to find near the bus stand.
See what to visit in our places to visit in Amarkantak guide.
Travel Tips
- 🌙 Avoid night driving on forest roads.
- ⛽ Fill fuel in Bilaspur, Pendra or Dindori.
- 🧥 Carry a jacket, Amarkantak is cooler than the plains.
- 📅 Book early for Narmada Jayanti and Mahashivratri.
Want the trip planned end to end? We pick you up from Pendra Road, Bilaspur, Jabalpur or Raipur, with hotel and sightseeing. See our Amarkantak tour packages. For more of the state, see our Madhya Pradesh tour packages.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the nearest railway station to Amarkantak?
Pendra Road, about 42 km away, around 1 hour by car.
Does Amarkantak have a railway station?
No. Take a train to Pendra Road or Anuppur, then go by road.
Which is the nearest airport to Amarkantak?
Jabalpur and Raipur, both about 230 km away. Bilaspur is closer but has few flights.
What is the Anuppur to Amarkantak distance?
About 70 km, around 2 hours by road.
Where is Amarkantak?
In Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, close to the Chhattisgarh border.
Is there a bus to Amarkantak?
Yes, from Bilaspur, Pendra, Anuppur, Jabalpur, Rewa and Raipur.
