Located right in Gujarat, Ahmedabad is a city that fuses both the new and old. Home to amazing markets, beautiful architecture and a vibrant mixture of culture and history; there’s no question that every traveler walks away with lasting memories of the place. Be it the glorious Sabarmati Ashram which narrates the story of Mahatma Gandhi, the marvels of modern era like Akshardham Temple or lip smacking street food, Ahmedabad is a place to be.
If you are a lover of architecture, history or simply enjoy good food in all its spectrum, this city will not disappoint and make the right to explore it. Are you prepared for a trip to one of the most enchanted spots in India? Now, lets get you to Ahmedabad!
How to Travel to Ahmedabad: The Different Transportation Means
By Air: Taking Flight
If you are in an Indian metropolitan city, then the fastest way to get to Ahmedabad is via air. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport is closely connected and frequent flights operate from Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Trivandram and Bhubhaneshwar.
- Ahmedabad: 2 hour from delhi. IndiGo, Air India and Vistara operate several flights a day.
- From Mumbai: 1 Hr max. Ideal for a weekend escape!
– Bangalore: Slightly longer (around 2 hours and 30 minutes) but worth the journey. - Chennai: Approximately 2 hours; watch out for budget offerings on MakeMyTrip or EaseMyTrip.
- Hyderabad: 40 minutes avg
Time from Kolkata to Ahmedabad: Approximately
Layover : Trivandrum to Ahmedabad — Approx 3 hrs. - Bhubaneswar to Ahmedabad: Close to 2 hours, fly via Kolkata or Delhi.
Tickets can be quickly booked on sites like ClearTrip or MakeMyTrip, where you will also spot some Good deals and combo offers!
By Rail: Chugging Through the Scenery
If you like a beautiful ride toward your destination, the train is an interesting option. Ahmedabad has a well-connected railway station with trains from major cities throughout India.
All train timings from Delhi to Ahmedabad will require a travel time of 16–18 Hour either way, per the train. Two trains, the Gujarat Mail and also the Superfast Express are a couple of common options.
– Ahmedabad to Mumbai: Approximately 7–8 hours, preferably via Shatabdi Express (fast and comfortable)
From Bangalore, its nearly a 36 hour journey by trains but traveling through the countryside something you don’t think of imagining.
From Chennai: Special trains run during peak travel times, around 30 hours
From Hyderabad: 24 hours through India
From Kolkata: This ride may be as long as 24 hours and poses an adventurous outlook.
From Trivandrum: Longer distance; taking usually a change at Major junctions
Bhubaneswar: about 30 hours; a few express trains are available.
Booking your train tickets is simple allowance the IRCTC website or applications like EaseMyTrip.
By Road: The road less traveled
It can be a good experience for those who love the open road, driving to the city. It is well linked via national highways as a result it quickly attainable from a number of major cities.
950 km, a long drive from Delhi to Ahmedabad (we did at 17–18 hours) may break it at Udaipur or Jaipur.
Mumbai to Ahmedabad: Part of the most famous road trip often covering around 530 km in 8-10 hours This route is well constructed and picturesque via the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Expressway.
Bangalore: 1,400 km long road trip which can be in the range of ~24 hours Amazing if you like long drives and want to explore the nature!
1,000km, 18 to 20 hours drive — Chennai to Ahmedabad Expect to take a few breaks on the way. Approx 650 Kms /12–14 Hr traveling time from Hyderabad.
Kolkata — A 1,400 km plus slog; you should expect a couple of overnight stops on this one.
→ Trivandrum – Approximately 2000 Km / Few days road trip
— Bhubaneswar : Close to 1,100 km — This is a drive for the adventurous!
Get your ride spic and span, pack some snacks for the drive. The scenery you will witness is stunning!
How To Get The Best Out Of Your Ahmedabad Travel
- Have a Itinerary in Place: The city has a lot of sights. Be sure to take in the beautiful Indo-Saracenic buildings and colourful streets of the old city.
- And Finally — Savor the Local Food: Ah, street food in Ahmedabad is world-famous! Enjoy the famous dhokla, khandvi and the lip-smacking Gujarati thali at local restaurants.
- Pre-book — You can book everything from the trip to stay through MakeMyTrip or EaseMyTrip at a much earlier time, especially in crowded tourist seasons.
- Connect: Download travel applications and shop to help in navigating the city and finding hidden gems.
To summarize, Ahmedabad is there to be explored and with so many ways to reach this fantastic city, your voyage awaits for just a ticket away. To get inspiration for your next trip check out articles based on Top Things To Do In rhodes or Thrillophilia or refer to TripAdvisor for further information on what you can do after reaching there.
So, what are you waiting for? Grab your bags, pack your camera and be ready to create everlasting memories in this bustling city. You are ready for adventure in Ahmedabad!
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