How to reach Pench · from Jabalpur
Jabalpur to Pench: How to Get There
The short answer
Pench is about 195–215 km from Jabalpur by road (4–5 hours). The best way: Drive on NH44. The nearest airport is Nagpur, about 85–95 km from Turia gate. Best gate to aim for: Karmajhiri (195 km) or Turia (215 km).
- Road distance
- 195–215 km
- Drive time
- 4–5 hours
- Best way
- Drive on NH44
- Nearest airport
- Nagpur (NAG)
- Main gate
- Turia (MP)
Jabalpur to Pench at a glance
Jabalpur is Pench's gateway from the north, and the natural link between Pench, Kanha and Bandhavgarh.
| Option | Time | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Flight to Nagpur + drive | Flight + about 2 hrs by road | Short trips, families |
| Train + drive | To Nagpur or Jabalpur, then 2–5 hrs | Budget and slow travel |
| Drive all the way | 4–5 hours (195–215 km) | Road-trippers |
By air
Jabalpur airport has domestic flights to several metros. From there it's a 4–5 hour drive to the reserve.
By train
Jabalpur Junction is a major railhead with trains from Delhi, Mumbai and Kolkata. Continue by road.
By road
Drive south on NH44 via Lakhnadon and Seoni. For Karmajhiri turn off at Suktara (about 195 km). For Turia continue to Khawasa (about 215 km).
Which Pench gate to aim for from Jabalpur
Our suggestion: Karmajhiri (195 km) or Turia (215 km).
| Gate | From Nagpur | Drive time |
|---|---|---|
| Sillari, Chorbahuli, Khubala (Maharashtra) | ~50–80 km | 1–1.5 hrs |
| Turia (MP) | ~85–95 km | 1.5–2 hrs |
| Karmajhiri (MP) | ~135 km | ~3 hrs |
| Jamtara (MP) | via Chhindwara | 3–3.5 hrs |
A simple plan from Jabalpur
Kanha or Bandhavgarh first
Drive south via Seoni
Two or three nights in Pench
Fly out of Nagpur
Local tip: Jabalpur → Kanha → Pench → Nagpur is one of the best tiger circuits in India.
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Frequently asked questions
How far is Pench from Jabalpur?
About 195 km to Karmajhiri gate and 215 km to Turia gate via Seoni, roughly 4–5 hours (figures from the reserve's FAQ).
Should I fly into Jabalpur or Nagpur for Pench?
Nagpur is closer to Turia (about 85–95 km) and has more flights. Jabalpur makes sense if you're combining Pench with Kanha or Bandhavgarh.
Which is the nearest airport to Pench?
Nagpur, about 85–95 km from Turia gate (1.5–2 hours). Jabalpur is the alternative from the north, about 195–215 km away.
Which is the nearest railway station to Pench?
Nagpur Junction is the most practical. Jabalpur and Chhindwara also serve the MP side.
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