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Gwalior to Bhopal Distance & How to Reach

Madhya Pradesh · 338 km · Compare flights, trains, buses & driving

Gwalior to Bhopal distance: 338 km (aerial), approximately 422 km by road. By flight: ~1 hrs 12 min. By train: ~7 hrs 40 min. By road: ~5 hrs 43 min.
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Gwalior
Madhya Pradesh
Bhopal
Madhya Pradesh
338 km
aerial distance (straight line)
210 miles · Road distance: ~422 km (via road)
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422 km
Road distance
5 hrs 43 min
Drive time
338 km
Aerial distance
Route data via OpenStreetMap
How to get from Gwalior to Bhopal
By Flight
1 hrs 12 min
GWL → BHO
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By Train
7 hrs 40 min
422 km · Multiple daily trains
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By Bus
9 hrs 23 min
422 km · AC/Non-AC available
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By Car
5 hrs 43 min
422 km via highway
🚆 Gwalior to Bhopal Trains (60)
Train Dep Arr Duration Classes
Hazrat Nizamuddin-Bangalore Rajdhani Express
#12494 · Raj
00:13 04:40 4h 27m 1A,2A,3A
Delhi H Nizamuddin-Bangalore Rajdhani Express
#12430 · Raj
00:13 04:40 4h 27m 1A,2A,3A
Delhi Sarai Rohilla-Yesvantpur AC Duronto Express
#12214 · Drnt
03:37 09:09 5h 32m 1A,2A,3A
New Delhi-Bhopal Shatabdi Express
#12002 · Shtb
09:38 14:05 4h 27m 1A,CC
Karnataka Sampark Kranti Express
#12650 · SKr
10:48 16:10 5h 22m 1A,2A,3A,SL
Andhra Pradesh Sampark Kranti Express
#12708 · SKr
12:17 17:45 5h 28m 2A,3A,SL
DELHI H NIZAMUDDIN - MADURAI Tamil Nadu S Kranti
#12652 · SKr
12:20 17:45 5h 25m 1A,2A,3A,SL
Karnataka Sampark Kranti Express
#12630 · SKr
13:15 19:25 6h 10m 1A,2A,3A,SL
Delhi H.Nizamuddin-Chennai Central Rajdhani Expres
#12434 · Raj
19:25 00:01 4h 36m 1A,2A,3A
H Nizamuddin-Chennai Garib Rath Express
#12612 · GR
19:25 00:01 4h 36m 3A
Bilaspur Rajdhani Express
#12442 · Raj
19:29 00:01 4h 32m 1A,2A,3A
Secunderabad Rajdhani Express
#12438 · Raj
19:31 00:01 4h 30m 1A,2A,3A
Hazrat Nizamuddin-Chennai Duronto
#12270 · Drnt
19:51 00:59 5h 08m 1A,2A,3A,SL
Hazrat Nizamuddin-Secunderabad Duronto Express
#12286 · Drnt
19:57 01:13 5h 16m 1A,2A,3A,SL
Malwa Express
#12920 · SF
00:47 07:25 6h 38m 2A,3A,SL
Shaan E Bhopal SF Express
#12156 · SF
01:13 06:35 5h 22m 1A,2A,3A,SL
Karnataka Express
#12628 · SF
01:34 06:55 5h 21m 1A,2A,3A,SL
Lashkar Express
#12162 · SF
01:55 08:10 6h 15m 2A,3A,SL
Tamil Nadu Express
#12622 · SF
02:39 07:55 5h 16m 1A,2A,3A,SL
Amritsar Dadar Express
#11058 · Exp
03:08 11:15 8h 07m 2A,3A,SL
Dakshin SF Express
#12722 · SF
03:33 10:05 6h 32m 2A,3A,SL
Dakshin Link SF Express
#12722-Slip · SF
03:33 10:05 6h 32m 2A,3A,SL
Haridwar-Mumbai LTT AC Express
#12172 · SF
04:36 10:25 5h 49m 1A,2A,3A
New Delhi-Puducherry SF Exp
#22404 · SF
04:46 10:50 6h 04m 2A,3A,SL
SHRI GANGANAGAR - H S NANDED Exp
#12486 · SF
04:50 10:50 6h 00m 3A,SL
H. Nizamuddin - Sainagar Shirdi (Weekly) Special
#04012 · Exp
05:10 11:10 6h 00m 2A,3A,SL
Gwalior Bhopal InterCity Express
#12198 · SF
06:15 15:00 8h 45m
Chhattisgarh Express
#18238 · Exp
10:35 18:50 8h 15m 1A,2A,3A,SL
Chhattisgarh Express Slip
#18238-Slip · Exp
10:35 18:50 8h 15m 1A,2A,3A,SL
Punjab Mail
#12138 · SF
10:40 16:55 6h 15m 1A,2A,3A,SL
D H NIZAMUDDIN - KANYAKUMARI Thirukkural Exp
#12642 · SF
11:11 17:10 5h 59m 2A,3A,SL
Swarna Jayanti Express
#12804 · SF
11:12 17:10 5h 58m 2A,3A,SL
Nizamuddin-Kolhapur Express
#12148 · SF
11:12 17:10 5h 58m 2A,3A,SL
Swarna Jayanti Express
#12644 · SF
11:12 17:10 5h 58m 3A,SL
Nizamuddin-Mysore Swarna Jayanti Express
#12782 · SF
11:12 17:10 5h 58m 2A,3A,SL
Millennium Express
#12646 · SF
11:12 17:10 5h 58m 2A,3A,SL
Samata Express
#12808 · SF
13:07 19:10 6h 03m 2A,3A,SL
Kongu Express
#12648 · SF
13:07 19:10 6h 03m 2A,3A,SL
NEW DELHI H NIZAMUDDIN - ERNAKULAM Mangala Lakshadweep Exp
#12618 · SF
14:05 19:45 5h 40m 2A,3A,SL
Gwalior Mumbai LTT (Weekly) Special
#01102 · Exp
15:00 21:50 6h 50m 3A,SL
Jhelum Express
#11078 · Exp
15:40 22:00 6h 20m 2A,3A,SL
Kerala Express
#12626 · SF
16:02 21:35 5h 33m 2A,3A,SL
Patalkot Express
#14010 · Exp
18:02 00:35 6h 33m 3A,SL
Delhi SR Chhindwara Kanhan Valley Express
#14020 · Exp
18:02 00:35 6h 33m 3A,SL
Sachkhand SF Express
#12716 · SF
18:20 00:15 5h 55m 2A,3A,SL
Shridham Express
#12191 · SF
18:55 00:55 6h 00m 1A,2A,3A,SL
H.Nizamuddin Hubli Goa Express Slip
#12780-Slip · SF
19:38 01:10 5h 32m 2A,SL
DELHI H NIZAMUDDIN - VASCO DA GAMA Goa Exp
#12780 · SF
19:38 01:10 5h 32m 2A,3A,SL
Chandigarh Chennai Express
#22688 · SF
20:12 01:40 5h 28m 3A,SL
Himsagar Express Slip
#16318-Slip · Exp
20:12 01:40 5h 28m 2A,SL
Dehradun Chennai Express
#12688 · SF
20:12 01:40 5h 28m 2A,3A,SL
Navyug Express
#16688 · Exp
20:12 01:40 5h 28m 2A,3A,SL
Navyug Express Slip
#16688-Slip · Exp
20:12 01:50 5h 38m 2A,SL
Himsagar Express
#16318 · Exp
20:12 01:40 5h 28m 2A,3A,SL
Andaman Express
#16032 · Exp
20:12 03:05 6h 53m 3A,SL
Gondwana Express
#12410 · SF
20:25 02:15 5h 50m 2A,3A,SL
H.Nizamuddin-Bhusaval Gondwana Express
#12406 · SF
20:25 02:15 5h 50m 2A,3A,SL
BAREILLY - MUMBAI LTT Weekly Exp
#14314 · Exp
20:55 04:25 7h 30m 2A,3A,SL
Andhra Pradesh Express
#12724 · SF
22:10 03:25 5h 15m 1A,2A,3A,SL
GrandTrunk Express
#12616 · SF
23:36 05:20 5h 44m 1A,2A,3A,SL
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Quick facts
Aerial distance
338 km (210 mi)
Road distance
~422 km
Recommended
Flight (1 hrs 12 min)
Most affordable
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📍 Gwalior to Bhopal distance overview

The straight-line distance from Gwalior to Bhopal is approximately 338 km (210 miles). By road, the distance increases to about 422 km due to terrain, highways, and road networks.

338 kmAerial distance
~422 kmBy road
1 hrs 12 minFlight
✈️ By flight — Gwalior to Bhopal
Fastest option GWL → BHO 1 hrs 12 min

Flying is the fastest way to cover the 338 km distance. Flights from GWL to BHO take approximately 1 hrs 12 min including boarding and taxiing. Multiple airlines operate on this route, and fares vary depending on the season, time of booking, and class of travel.

For the best prices, book 2-3 weeks in advance and opt for mid-week departures (Tuesday, Wednesday) which are typically cheaper than weekend flights.

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🚆 By train — Gwalior to Bhopal
7 hrs 40 min ~422 km Multiple daily trains

Indian Railways connects Gwalior and Bhopal with multiple daily services. The journey takes approximately 7 hrs 40 min. Rajdhani and Shatabdi express trains are faster, while mail and passenger trains make more stops but cost less.

AC 2-Tier (2A)Curtained berths, comfortable
AC 3-Tier (3A)Popular, good value
Sleeper Class (SL)Budget, non-AC

Book in advance through IRCTC, especially during festivals and holidays when seats fill up quickly.

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🚌 By bus — Gwalior to Bhopal
9 hrs 23 min ~422 km Most affordable

Bus travel is a popular and affordable option for the Gwalior to Bhopal route. The journey takes approximately 9 hrs 23 min covering ~422 km. Both government and private operators service this route.

Volvo ACPremium comfort, reclining seats
AC SleeperFull-length beds, ideal for overnight
AC SeaterAir-conditioned, mid-range
Non-ACBudget-friendly, frequent service

Night buses are popular for this distance — travel while you sleep and arrive fresh at your destination.

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🚗 By car — Gwalior to Bhopal
5 hrs 43 min ~422 km

A road trip from Gwalior to Bhopal covers approximately 422 km and takes around 5 hrs 43 min. Start early to make the most of daylight hours.

💡 Travel tips for Gwalior to Bhopal
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Book early
Book flights and trains 2-3 weeks in advance during peak season (Oct-Mar) for better prices and availability.
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Check weather
Avoid monsoon (Jun-Sep) for road trips. Road conditions can deteriorate and flights may face delays.
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Carry valid ID
Aadhaar, Passport, or Voter ID is required for train travel and recommended for bus journeys.
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Plan rest stops
For drives over 5 hrs 43 min, plan overnight halts. Fatigue driving is dangerous on Indian highways.
Where to stay in Bhopal
Budget to luxury hotels. Compare prices on FareEagle.
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🔗 Useful travel resources

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

Frequently asked questions
What is the distance from Gwalior to Bhopal?
The aerial (straight-line) distance from Gwalior to Bhopal is approximately 338 km (210 miles). The road distance is approximately 422 km, which takes about 5 hrs 43 min by car.
What is the best way to travel from Gwalior to Bhopal?
The fastest way is by flight, taking approximately 1 hrs 12 min from GWL to BHO. You can search and compare flight prices on FareEagle. Trains take about 7 hrs 40 min and are more affordable.
How much does a flight from Gwalior to Bhopal cost?
Flight prices vary by airline, date, and booking time. Search on FareEagle to compare prices across all airlines. Booking 2-3 weeks in advance typically gives the best prices.
Are there buses from Gwalior to Bhopal?
Yes, multiple bus operators run services on the Gwalior to Bhopal route. The journey takes approximately 9 hrs 23 min. You can search and book bus tickets on FareEagle with AC Sleeper, AC Seater, and Non-AC options.
How long does the train take from Gwalior to Bhopal?
The train from Gwalior to Bhopal takes approximately 7 hrs 40 min. Express trains are faster while passenger trains make more stops. Check train schedules and availability on IRCTC.
Can I book Gwalior to Bhopal travel on FareEagle?
Yes! FareEagle lets you compare and book flights, bus tickets, and hotels for the Gwalior to Bhopal route. Compare prices across operators, get instant confirmation, and enjoy transparent pricing with no hidden charges.
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