Bhopal to Kota by train
Kota lies 267 km (166 mi) north-west of Bhopal, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 5 h 7 min at the speeds typical of India rail, over roughly 325 km (202 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Bhopal | Kota | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | India |
| Population | 1.8 million | 1 million |
| Elevation | 523 m (1,716 ft) | 267 m (876 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) |
| Stations on record | Rani Kamalapati railway station | none listed |
Where to book trains from Bhopal to Kota
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Staying in Kota
Our booking partner lists 159 places to stay in Kota. Of the 135 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (103). Guests have left 964 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Kota from Bhopal?
267 km (166 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Bhopal; by road roughly 325 km (202 mi).
How long does it take to get from Bhopal to Kota by train?
About 5 h 7 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bhopal and Kota?
No, both are on Asia/Kolkata at the moment.
Where can I stay in Kota?
Our booking partner lists 159 places to stay in Kota, 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.