Getting to Tadoba
How to Reach Tadoba: Distances and Routes from Every Major City
The short answer
Tadoba is reached via Nagpur, the nearest airport and biggest railway junction. From Nagpur it's about 110 km to Kolara gate (2–2.5 hours) and 140–150 km to Moharli (3–3.5 hours). The closest railway station is Chandrapur, 30–45 km from Moharli. From most Indian metros, the quickest route is a flight to Nagpur plus a drive. From Hyderabad and central Maharashtra, driving works well. International travellers connect via Delhi, Mumbai or Doha.
- Nearest airport
- Nagpur (NAG)
- Nearest railway
- Chandrapur
- Nagpur → Kolara
- ~110 km · 2–2.5 h
- Nagpur → Moharli
- ~140–150 km · 3–3.5 h
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Distance to Tadoba from major cities
Road distances to the reserve, the drive time and the route we'd actually recommend. Click any city for a full guide with flights, trains, the road route and a sample plan.
| From | Road distance | Drive time | Best way |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mumbai | 750–800 km | 11–13 hours | Fly to Nagpur, then drive |
| Pune | 700–780 km | 12–13 hours | Fly to Nagpur, then drive |
| Delhi | 1,200–1,250 km | 20+ hours | Fly to Nagpur, then drive |
| Bengaluru | 1,000–1,050 km | 18–19 hours | Fly to Nagpur, then drive |
| Hyderabad | 430–450 km | 8–9 hours | Drive, or train to Chandrapur |
| Chennai | 1,050–1,100 km | 19–20 hours | Fly to Nagpur, then drive |
| Kolkata | 1,150–1,250 km | 20+ hours | Fly to Nagpur, then drive |
| Ahmedabad | 950–1,050 km | 17–18 hours | Fly to Nagpur, then drive |
| Nagpur | 110–150 km | 2–3.5 hours | Drive (car or cab) |
| Chandrapur | 30–45 km | 45 min – 1 hour | Drive (car, cab or bus) |
| Nashik | 630–680 km | 9–11 hours | Drive via Samruddhi Mahamarg, or train to Nagpur |
| Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar | 500–550 km | 7–9 hours | Drive via Samruddhi Mahamarg |
| Amravati | 220–260 km | 4–5 hours | Drive |
| Raipur | 330–400 km | 6–7.5 hours | Drive |
| Bhopal | 470–520 km | 9–10 hours | Train to Nagpur, or drive |
| Jabalpur | 400–430 km | 7–8 hours | Drive via NH44 |
| Outside India | n/a | n/a | Fly via Delhi, Mumbai or Doha to Nagpur |
Distance from Nagpur to each Tadoba gate
Tadoba has six core gates spread around a reserve of more than 1,700 sq km, so "how far is Tadoba?" really means "how far is my gate?"
| Gate | Zone | From Nagpur | Drive | Closest railhead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kolara | Kolara | ~110 km | 2–2.5 hrs | Warora (~50 km) or Nagpur |
| Navegaon | Navegaon | ~115 km | ~2.5 hrs | Nagpur or Warora |
| Khutwanda | Moharli | ~135 km | ~3 hrs | Chandrapur |
| Moharli | Moharli | ~140–150 km | 3–3.5 hrs | Chandrapur (~30–45 km) |
| Zari / Pangdi | Pangdi & Zari | ~170 km | 3.5–4 hrs | Chandrapur |
By air: fly to Nagpur
Nagpur's Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport is the only practical airport for Tadoba. Direct domestic flights connect it with Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai, Kolkata, Pune and Ahmedabad, and it has international links to Doha (Qatar Airways, resumed May 2026) and Sharjah (Air Arabia).
Pre-book a car from the airport. The drive takes 2–2.5 hours to Kolara or 3–3.5 hours to Moharli. Try to land before noon if you want an evening safari on arrival day.
By rail: Chandrapur, Nagpur or Warora
- Chandrapur is the closest major station to Moharli (30–45 km), on the Delhi–Chennai trunk line. Best for travellers from Hyderabad and the south.
- Nagpur Junction is where the Mumbai–Howrah and Delhi–Chennai lines cross, so it has the most trains from everywhere. Best for Kolara and Navegaon.
- Warora is a smaller station about 50 km from Kolara. It's often overlooked and can save time.
- Ballarshah, just south of Chandrapur, is a big junction with many long-distance stops.
Check current trains on NTES or IRCTC. Services and stops change. The old weekly "Tadoba Express" was withdrawn in 2022, for example.
By road
- From Nagpur: the Umred–Chimur road for Kolara and Navegaon, or via Umred–Bhisi–Chimur or Warora for Moharli.
- From Mumbai, Pune and western Maharashtra: the Samruddhi Mahamarg (Mumbai–Nagpur Expressway) to the Wardha interchange, then via Warora.
- From Hyderabad and the south: NH44 to Adilabad, then east to Chandrapur and Moharli.
- From Raipur and the east: NH53 towards Nagpur, cutting across via Bhandara and Umred for Kolara.
Avoid driving the final forest-edge stretch after dark. There's wildlife on the road, unlit villages and slow tractors.
From outside India
Fly into Delhi or Mumbai and connect to Nagpur, or take Qatar Airways via Doha or Air Arabia via Sharjah straight to Nagpur. Bring your original passport: it's the only ID Tadoba accepts from foreign nationals at the gate. Our full guide covers visas, timings and combining Tadoba with the rest of India.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I reach Tadoba National Park?
Fly or take a train to Nagpur, then drive 2–3.5 hours to the gate. Kolara is closest at about 110 km, and Moharli is about 140–150 km. From the south, a train to Chandrapur puts you within an hour of Moharli.
Which is the nearest airport to Tadoba?
Nagpur's Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, roughly 110 km from Kolara gate and 140–150 km from Moharli gate. It has direct flights from all major Indian metros and from Doha and Sharjah.
Which is the nearest railway station to Tadoba?
Chandrapur, about 30–45 km from Moharli gate. Ballarshah and Warora are also close, and Nagpur Junction has the widest choice of trains.
How far is Tadoba from Nagpur?
About 110 km to Kolara (2–2.5 hours), 115 km to Navegaon, 140–150 km to Moharli (3–3.5 hours) and around 170 km to Zari or Pangdi.
Is there a direct train or bus to Tadoba?
No train reaches the reserve itself. State buses run from Chandrapur towards Moharli, but a private car is far more practical because safari gates open as early as 5:30 am.
Can foreigners reach Tadoba easily?
Yes. Fly into Delhi or Mumbai and take a domestic flight to Nagpur, or fly via Doha or Sharjah straight to Nagpur, then drive to the gate. Carry your original passport for the safari.
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