How to Reach Chitrakoot Dham

By Train — Nearest Railway Station

The nearest and most convenient railway station is Chitrakoot Dham Karwi (CKTD), located on the Jhansi-Manikpur line. It is approximately 8 to 10 km from the main pilgrimage areas like Ram Ghat and Janki Kund.

• ✦ Direct trains available from Delhi, Prayagraj, Jhansi, Kanpur, and Lucknow.
• ✦ From Karwi station, you can easily hire an auto-rickshaw or taxi to reach Hotel Yatrika in about 15-20 minutes.
• ✦ Alternate major stations: Satna (STA) in Madhya Pradesh (approx. 80 km away) and Prayagraj (PRYJ) (approx. 130 km away).

By Road — Bus & Taxi Options

Chitrakoot is well-connected by road to major cities in Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh. UPSRTC and MPSRTC buses run frequently to Chitrakoot.

• ✦ From Prayagraj: NH35 connects Prayagraj to Chitrakoot. The 130 km journey takes about 3 hours by taxi or bus.
• ✦ From Satna: A well-maintained 80 km road journey taking about 2 hours.
• ✦ From Banda: Only 70 km away, taking approximately 1.5 hours.

By Air — Nearest Airport

Chitrakoot does not have a commercial airport. The nearest operational airports are:

• ✦ Prayagraj (Bamrauli Airport - IXD): Approx. 130 km away. Connects to major Indian cities.
• ✦ Khajuraho Airport (HJR): Approx. 175 km away.
• ✦ Lucknow (Amausi Airport - LKO): Approx. 285 km away.

Distances from Major Cities

Where to Stay in Chitrakoot

Once you reach Chitrakoot, check in to Hotel Yatrika at Janki Kund. We are perfectly located for your pilgrimage, offering comfortable AC rooms, pure vegetarian dining, and a peaceful environment near the Mandakini River.