How to reach Tadoba · from Nashik
Nashik to Tadoba: How to Get There
The short answer
Tadoba is about 630–680 km from Nashik by road (9–11 hours). The best way: Drive via Samruddhi Mahamarg, or train to Nagpur. The nearest airport is Nagpur and the nearest railhead is Chandrapur. Best gate to aim for from Nashik: Moharli or Kolara via Wardha.
- Road distance
- 630–680 km
- Drive time
- 9–11 hours
- Best way
- Drive via Samruddhi Mahamarg, or train to Nagpur
- Nearest airport
- Nagpur (NAG)
- Nearest railhead
- Chandrapur
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Nashik to Tadoba at a glance
Nashik sits right by the western end of the Samruddhi Mahamarg, which makes Tadoba a straightforward one-day drive.
| Option | Time | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Flight to Nagpur + drive | Flight time + 2–3.5 hrs by road | Short trips, families, anyone short on time |
| Train + drive | Overnight to Nagpur or Chandrapur, + 1–3 hrs | Budget travel, slow travel, saving a hotel night |
| Drive all the way | 9–11 hours (630–680 km) | Road-trippers, groups with luggage and camera gear |
By air
Nashik has limited flights. Most travellers fly from Mumbai or drive. Nagpur is the arrival airport for Tadoba.
By train
Nashik Road is on the Mumbai–Howrah line, with several daily trains to Nagpur taking roughly 9–12 hours.
By road
Join the Samruddhi Mahamarg near Igatpuri or Sinnar, drive east to the Wardha interchange, then continue via Warora to your gate. Expect 9–11 hours.
Which Tadoba gate to aim for from Nashik
Our suggestion: Moharli or Kolara via Wardha. Tadoba's gates can be 1.5–3 hours apart, so pick the gate before you pick the resort.
| Gate | From Nagpur | Drive time |
|---|---|---|
| Kolara | ~110 km | 2–2.5 hrs |
| Navegaon | ~115 km | ~2.5 hrs |
| Khutwanda | ~135 km | ~3 hrs |
| Moharli | ~140–150 km | 3–3.5 hrs |
| Zari / Pangdi | ~170 km | 3.5–4 hrs |
See the best resorts near each gate and which zone is strongest for tigers this season.
A simple plan from Nashik
Early-morning start on the Samruddhi Mahamarg
Lunch near Wardha
Check in by late afternoon
Safaris over the next two days
Local tip: An overnight train from Nashik Road to Nagpur, then a cab to Kolara, saves a full day behind the wheel.
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Frequently asked questions
How far is Tadoba from Nashik?
Roughly 630–680 km by road via the Samruddhi Mahamarg, around 9–11 hours.
Is there a train from Nashik to Tadoba?
Not to Tadoba itself. Take a train from Nashik Road to Nagpur and drive 2–3.5 hours to the gate.
Which is the nearest airport to Tadoba?
Nagpur (Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport). It's about 110 km from Kolara gate and 140–150 km from Moharli gate.
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 most trains overall.
How many days do I need for a Tadoba trip from Nashik?
Two nights with four safaris is the practical minimum once you've arrived. Add travel days on either side if you're driving a long distance.
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