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How to reach Nakhatrana
Bhuj is the gateway. Its airport and railway station are the nearest to Nakhatrana, 42 km away in a straight line. From Bhuj, or directly from Ahmedabad and other Gujarat cities, private buses, GSRTC buses and the highway via Surajbari and Bhachau bring you to town.
Key takeaways
- Fly or take the train to Bhuj, then continue by road.
- Private buses (HK, Patel, Ramani) and GSRTC buses serve Nakhatrana directly.
- Driving from Ahmedabad, the route enters Kutch at Surajbari and runs via Bhachau and Bhuj.
- Nakhatrana is 42 km from Bhuj and about 340 km from Ahmedabad in a straight line; roads are longer.
How do you reach Nakhatrana by air?
The nearest airport to Nakhatrana is Bhuj Airport (IATA code BHJ) in Bhuj, 42 km away in a straight line. From the airport, continue to Nakhatrana by taxi, or go into Bhuj and take a GSRTC or private bus. Travellers who cannot find a convenient flight to Bhuj often fly to Ahmedabad and continue by train or road.
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Ahmedabad’s Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport is about 340 km from Nakhatrana in a straight line and has far more flights; from there, take the train or a bus to Bhuj, or an overnight private bus straight to Nakhatrana.
How do you reach Nakhatrana by train?
The nearest railway station to Nakhatrana is Bhuj, 42 km away in a straight line; Nakhatrana itself has no railway station. Trains reach Bhuj from Ahmedabad, Mumbai and other cities. From Bhuj station, continue to Nakhatrana by GSRTC bus, private bus or taxi on the road heading west.
[VERIFY: named trains and direct routes to Bhuj from Ahmedabad, Mumbai and Delhi] Book long-distance trains early for the October to February season and for Navratri, when demand peaks.
How do you reach Nakhatrana by bus?
Nakhatrana is well served by buses. Private operators including HK, Patel and Ramani run coaches to the town, and GSRTC, the Gujarat state bus service, connects Nakhatrana with Bhuj and other towns in Kutch and Gujarat. Overnight private buses are a popular way to arrive from Ahmedabad and other cities without changing in Bhuj.
| Service | Type | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| HK | Private coach | Direct trips from other Gujarat cities [VERIFY: HK routes and boarding points] |
| Patel | Private coach | Direct trips from other Gujarat cities [VERIFY: Patel routes and boarding points] |
| Ramani | Private coach | Direct trips from other Gujarat cities [VERIFY: Ramani routes and boarding points] |
| GSRTC | State bus | Bhuj to Nakhatrana, and links to other Kutch towns |
[VERIFY: location of the Nakhatrana bus stand and where private buses stop in town]
What is the driving route to Nakhatrana?
Drivers coming from Ahmedabad or Saurashtra enter Kutch at Surajbari, continue through Bhachau to Bhuj, and then drive west to Nakhatrana. Bhuj is the last big city on the route, so it is the natural place for fuel, food and a break. From Bhuj the road continues west through Nakhatrana towards Lakhpat and Narayan Sarovar.
- SurajbariCross into Kutch from the Saurashtra side at Surajbari.
- BhachauContinue west through Bhachau in eastern Kutch.
- BhujReach Bhuj, the district headquarters, for fuel, food and a break.
- NakhatranaDrive west from Bhuj to Nakhatrana, 42 km away in a straight line.
[VERIFY: highway numbers and road distance for each leg, Ahmedabad to Nakhatrana] Check the route on Google Maps directions to Nakhatrana before you set out.
How far is Nakhatrana from major cities?
In a straight line, Nakhatrana is 42 km from Bhuj, about 340 km from Ahmedabad and roughly 604 km from Mumbai. Road distances are longer because routes curve around the Gulf and the Rann of Kutch. The table lists straight-line distances to the main gateway cities, measured from rounded city-centre coordinates.
| City | Straight line | Direction |
|---|---|---|
| Bhuj | 42 km | Nakhatrana lies west-north-west of Bhuj |
| Mandvi | 58 km | Nakhatrana lies north of Mandvi |
| Gandhidham | 93 km | Nakhatrana lies west-north-west of Gandhidham |
| Rajkot | 194 km | Nakhatrana lies north-west of Rajkot |
| Ahmedabad | 340 km | Nakhatrana lies west of Ahmedabad |
| Vadodara | 419 km | Nakhatrana lies west-north-west of Vadodara |
| Mumbai | 604 km | Nakhatrana lies north-west of Mumbai |
City coordinates are rounded from Wikipedia. [VERIFY: road distances from each city to Nakhatrana]
How do you get around once you are in Nakhatrana?
Within town, most places are a short walk or auto-rickshaw ride apart. For sightseeing beyond town, a car with a driver or your own vehicle is the practical choice, because many places in this guide are in villages and open country off bus routes. GSRTC buses serve larger villages for travellers on a budget.
[VERIFY: whether auto-rickshaws and day-hire taxis are available in Nakhatrana, and typical rates] See places to visit near Nakhatrana for distances and directions to each place.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the nearest airport to Nakhatrana?
Bhuj Airport (IATA code BHJ), in Bhuj, is the nearest airport to Nakhatrana, 42 km away in a straight line. From the airport, take a taxi to Nakhatrana or go into Bhuj for a bus. If flights to Bhuj do not suit your dates, fly to Ahmedabad and continue by train to Bhuj or by an overnight private bus.
Which is the nearest railway station to Nakhatrana?
Bhuj railway station is the nearest to Nakhatrana, 42 km away in a straight line. Nakhatrana does not have a railway station of its own. Trains arrive at Bhuj from Ahmedabad, Mumbai and other cities, and from the station you can continue west to Nakhatrana by GSRTC bus, private bus or taxi.
Which private buses go to Nakhatrana?
Private bus operators running to Nakhatrana include HK, Patel and Ramani. Their coaches are a popular way to travel from Ahmedabad and other Gujarat cities, often overnight, without changing at Bhuj. Book seats in advance during Navratri, Diwali and the October to February tourist season, when buses to Kutch fill quickly.
Do GSRTC buses go to Nakhatrana?
Yes. GSRTC, the Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation, runs buses to Nakhatrana, connecting it with Bhuj and other towns in Kutch and Gujarat. State buses are the cheapest way to travel between Bhuj and Nakhatrana and to reach larger villages nearby. Check current timetables at the bus stand or on GSRTC’s booking service before you travel.
What is the road route from Ahmedabad to Nakhatrana?
The usual road route from Ahmedabad enters Kutch at Surajbari, then runs through Bhachau to Bhuj and on west to Nakhatrana. In a straight line Nakhatrana is about 340 km from Ahmedabad; the road distance is longer. Plan a stop in Bhuj for fuel and food, and check Google Maps for current road works before setting out.
How do you get from Bhuj to Nakhatrana?
Bhuj and Nakhatrana are 42 km apart in a straight line. GSRTC state buses and private buses connect the two towns, and taxis are available from Bhuj Airport, the railway station and the city. Drivers simply follow the main road west out of Bhuj towards Lakhpat and Narayan Sarovar, which passes through Nakhatrana.