How to travel from Kota to Ahmedabad, India

The distance between Kota and Ahmedabad is around 532km (331 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the bus and then fly which takes around 4h 25m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Kota to Ahmedabad by bus, train, taxi, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Bus and Plane

Take the bus to Jaipur then fly from Jaipur (JAI) to Ahmedabad (AMD).

  • Duration4h 25m
  • Flight time1h 15m
  • Typical cost
    ₹5,970($75)
Operated by

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Bus

Take the bus to Udaipur and then to Ahmedabad - Shahibagh.

  • Duration11h 35m
  • Departs4 times a day
  • Typical cost
    ₹1,510($19)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Train

Take the train to Vadodara Jn and then to Ahmedabad Jn.

  • Duration16h 25m
  • Departsevery 20 mins
  • Typical cost
    ₹480($6)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Taxi

Take a taxi to Ahmedabad.

  • Duration7h 40m
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    ₹11,140($140)
Operated by

Shree Tour and Travels

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Drive

Drive to Ahmedabad.

  • Duration7h 40m
  • Distance532km (331 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kota and Ahmedabad

There are several options for getting from Kota to Ahmedabad by bus, train, taxi, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹480 ($6) and will take around 16h 25m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the bus and then fly and arrive in approximately 4h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹5,970 ($75).

The distance between Kota and Ahmedabad is around 532km (331 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 410km (255 miles)

It takes around 11h 35m to get from Kota and Ahmedabad by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 7h 40m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Kota to Ahmedabad is to take the bus and then fly which takes around 4h 25m and will set you back approx ₹5,970 ($75).

The cheapest way to travel between Kota and Ahmedabad, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹480 ($6) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Kota and Ahmedabad. It typically takes around 16h 25m and departs every 20 mins.

There are no direct train services that runs from Kota to Ahmedabad. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Vadodara Jn. These services run every 20 mins and will take a minimum of 16h 25m.

Indian Railways run train services between Kota and Ahmedabad. Trains depart every 20 mins and will take around 16h 25m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Kota and Ahmedabad. It typically takes around 11h 35m and departs 4 times a day.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Kota to Ahmedabad. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Udaipur. These services run 4 times a day and will take a minimum of 11h 35m.

RSRTC and Shrinath Solitaire run regular bus services between Kota and Ahmedabad. Buses run 4 times a day and take around 11h 35m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Kota to Ahmedabad. We recommend that you take the bus to Jaipur then fly from Jaipur (JAI) to Ahmedabad (AMD). instead which will take 4h 25m.

The closest major airport to Ahmedabad is Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport (AMD) (AMD) which is approximately 7km (4 miles) from Ahmedabad. Vadodara Airport (BDQ) (BDQ) and Bhavnagar Airport (BHU) (BHU) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Kota and Ahmedabad. The distance is around 532km (331 miles) by road and it will take around 7h 40m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Kota to Ahmedabad is to take the bus which takes, on average, 11h 35m and will usually cost around ₹1,510 ($19).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Kota and Ahmedabad

Transport options from Kota to Ahmedabad
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus and Plane
4h 25m
₹5,970($75)
once daily796km (495 miles)
Bus
11h 35m
₹1,510($19)
4 times a day605km (376 miles)
Train
16h 25m
₹480($6)
every 20 mins618km (384 miles)
Taxi
7h 40m
₹11,140($140)
on demand532km (331 miles)
Drive
7h 40m
₹5,015($63)
on demand532km (331 miles)

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Airports near Ahmedabad

The following major airports near Ahmedabad offer regular flights to various popular destinations within India and internationally.

AMD
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport (AMD)
International Airport
Distance
7km (4 miles) from Ahmedabad
BDQ
Vadodara Airport (BDQ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
101km (63 miles) from Ahmedabad
BHU
Bhavnagar Airport (BHU)
Domestic Airport
Distance
147km (91 miles) from Ahmedabad