Bhopal to Akola by train
Akola lies 286 km (178 mi) south of Bhopal, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 5 h 29 min at the speeds typical of India rail, over roughly 349 km (217 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Bhopal | Akola | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | India |
| Population | 1.8 million | 428,857 |
| Elevation | 523 m (1,716 ft) | 285 m (935 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) |
| Stations on record | Rani Kamalapati railway station | Akola railway station, Gandhi Smarak Road railway station |
Where to book trains from Bhopal to Akola
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Staying in Akola
Our booking partner lists 16 places to stay in Akola. Of the 14 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (5). Guests have left 31 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Akola from Bhopal?
286 km (178 mi) in a straight line, south of Bhopal; by road roughly 349 km (217 mi).
How long does it take to get from Bhopal to Akola by train?
About 5 h 29 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bhopal and Akola?
No, both are on Asia/Kolkata at the moment.
Where can I stay in Akola?
Our booking partner lists 16 places to stay in Akola, 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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.