Kanpur to Chitrakoot

Distance at a Glance

• ✦ Distance from Kanpur to Chitrakoot: 250 kilometres
• ✦ Estimated Travel Time: 5–6 hours
• ✦ Best Travel Mode: Train / Taxi
• ✦ State Route: Uttar Pradesh to Uttar Pradesh/Madhya Pradesh border

By Train — Kanpur to Chitrakoot

Trains from Kanpur Central (CNB) to Chitrakoot Dham Karwi via Banda. Several daily trains available. Journey takes approximately 4–6 hours.

By Road — Driving from Kanpur

Drive via Hamirpur and Banda on NH34/NH35. Total distance approximately 250 km taking 5–6 hours. UPSRTC buses available from Kanpur to Chitrakoot via Banda.

By Air — Nearest Airport Options

No commercial airport in Kanpur. Nearest airports are Lucknow (LKO, 80 km from Kanpur) and Prayagraj (IXD, 200 km from Kanpur).

About Kanpur & Chitrakoot Connection

Kanpur is the largest industrial city in UP and a major railway junction. It serves as a convenient transit point for pilgrims travelling from western UP and Madhya Pradesh.

Where to Stay in Chitrakoot

After traveling 250 km from Kanpur, you deserve a comfortable and relaxing stay. Hotel Yatrika, located in Janki Kund, offers premium AC rooms, 24/7 service, and pure vegetarian dining. It is the perfect base for your pilgrimage, situated just minutes away from Ram Ghat and Kamadgiri.