Jharkhand to Chhattisgarh · 188 km · Compare train, bus & driving options
The distance from Daltonganj to Ambikapur is approximately 135 km as the crow flies. The road distance is about 188 km, making this a comfortable day trip by car or train.
Ambikapur does not have its own commercial airport. The nearest airport is Rourkela (RRK). Fly to the nearest airport and continue by road or rail.
Search Flights to Nearest AirportIndian Railways connects Daltonganj and Ambikapur with regular services. The journey takes around 3 hrs 25 min. Express trains are faster while passenger trains are more frequent on this short route.
Book in advance through IRCTC, especially during festivals and holidays when seats fill up quickly.
Check Trains on IRCTCBus travel between Daltonganj and Ambikapur is convenient and affordable. The journey takes approximately 5 hrs 22 min. Both government and private operators service this route with AC and non-AC options.
A comfortable 2 hrs 14 min drive covers the 188 km between Daltonganj and Ambikapur. This makes for a great day trip by car.
For official travel information, regulations, and booking services:
IRCTC — Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation — Book train tickets online
Airports Authority of India — Airport information and flight status
DGCA — Directorate General of Civil Aviation — Indian aviation regulator
Incredible India — Official tourism portal of India
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