Bhopal to Jabalpur by train
Jabalpur lies 260 km (162 mi) east of Bhopal, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 5 h at the speeds typical of India rail, over roughly 318 km (197 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Bhopal | Jabalpur | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | India |
| Population | 1.8 million | 1.1 million |
| Elevation | 523 m (1,716 ft) | 416 m (1,365 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) |
| Stations on record | Rani Kamalapati railway station | Jabalpur Junction railway station, Adhartal railway station |
Where to book trains from Bhopal to Jabalpur
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Staying in Jabalpur
Our booking partner lists 141 places to stay in Jabalpur. Of the 117 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (82), and 2 are five-star. Across 10 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 7.5 out of 10. Guests have left 1,860 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Jabalpur from Bhopal?
260 km (162 mi) in a straight line, east of Bhopal; by road roughly 318 km (197 mi).
How long does it take to get from Bhopal to Jabalpur by train?
About 5 h, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bhopal and Jabalpur?
No, both are on Asia/Kolkata at the moment.
Where can I stay in Jabalpur?
Our booking partner lists 141 places to stay in Jabalpur, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.