How to reach Tadoba · from Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar to Tadoba: How to Get There
The short answer
Tadoba is about 500–550 km from Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar by road (7–9 hours). The best way: Drive via Samruddhi Mahamarg. The nearest airport is Nagpur and the nearest railhead is Chandrapur. Best gate to aim for from Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar: Moharli or Kolara via Wardha.
- Road distance
- 500–550 km
- Drive time
- 7–9 hours
- Best way
- Drive via Samruddhi Mahamarg
- Nearest airport
- Nagpur (NAG)
- Nearest railhead
- Chandrapur
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Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar to Tadoba at a glance
Sambhajinagar is on the Samruddhi Mahamarg itself, so Tadoba is now a comfortable single day's 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 | 7–9 hours (500–550 km) | Road-trippers, groups with luggage and camera gear |
By air
Flights from Sambhajinagar to Nagpur are limited, and usually connect via Mumbai or Delhi. Driving is quicker.
By train
Rail connections to Nagpur are indirect. Most routes connect via Manmad or Nanded and take longer than driving.
By road
Join the Samruddhi Mahamarg near the city, drive east to the Wardha interchange, then take the Warora road to your gate. Allow 7–9 hours.
Which Tadoba gate to aim for from Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
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 Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Morning departure on the Samruddhi Mahamarg
Reach the resort by mid-afternoon
Evening safari on arrival day if permits allow
Local tip: This is one of the easiest road trips to Tadoba in Maharashtra, so it's ideal for a long weekend with four safaris.
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Frequently asked questions
How far is Tadoba from Aurangabad (Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar)?
Around 500–550 km by road via the Samruddhi Mahamarg, about 7–9 hours.
What is the best route from Sambhajinagar to Tadoba?
The Samruddhi Mahamarg east to the Wardha interchange, then via Warora to Moharli, or via Chimur to Kolara and Navegaon.
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 Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar?
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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