How to reach kainchi dham from jabalpur

To reach Kainchi Dham (also known as Neem Karoli Baba’s Ashram) from Jabalpur (Madhya Pradesh), you will need to travel via a combination of train, bus, and/or taxi, as there are no direct flights or trains connecting Jabalpur to Kainchi Dham. Here’s a detailed breakdown of how to make the journey:

1. Travel from Jabalpur to Kainchi Dham

Option A: Train + Taxi

1. Jabalpur to Kathgodam by Train:

• The nearest major railway station to Kainchi Dham is Kathgodam, located in Nainital district of Uttarakhand. You can take a train from Jabalpur to Kathgodam.
• The Bhopal-Kathgodam Express or Jabalpur-Delhi Express (with a transfer) are among the possible options, though some trains may require a transfer at Delhi or another nearby station.
• Train Duration: The journey can take approximately 16-18 hours, depending on the train and route.

1. Kathgodam to Kainchi Dham:

• Once you arrive at Kathgodam, you can hire a taxi or take a local bus to Kainchi Dham (the ashram is about 35 km from Kathgodam).
• The road journey from Kathgodam to Kainchi Dham will take approximately 1 to 1.5 hours.

Option B: Train via Delhi

1. Jabalpur to Delhi by Train:

• Take a train from Jabalpur to New Delhi (you can take trains like Jabalpur-Howrah Express, Satyagrah Express, or others).
• Train Duration: This will take around 12-14 hours depending on the train.

1. Delhi to Kathgodam by Train:

• From Delhi, take a train to Kathgodam, such as the Ranikhet Express or Shatabdi Express (running from Delhi to Kathgodam).
• Train Duration: About 6-7 hours.

1. Kathgodam to Kainchi Dham:

• From Kathgodam, take a taxi or local transport to Kainchi Dham, which is approximately 35 km away, and will take around 1 to 1.5 hours by road.

Option C: Bus + Taxi (via Delhi or Nainital)

1. Jabalpur to Delhi by Bus:

• If you prefer traveling by bus, there are long-distance buses from Jabalpur to Delhi (takes about 14-15 hours). Alternatively, you can take a train to Delhi and then proceed by bus.

1. Delhi to Nainital by Bus:

• From Delhi, you can take a bus directly to Nainital, which takes about 6-8 hours. From Nainital, Kainchi Dham is about 17 km away.

1. Nainital to Kainchi Dham:

• From Nainital, take a taxi or shared cab to Kainchi Dham, which will take about 30-40 minutes (17 km).

Option D: Flight + Taxi (Faster but Expensive)

If you’re looking for a faster option, you can consider flying from Jabalpur to Delhi (with a stopover in Bhopal or other cities) and then take a flight from Delhi to Pantnagar Airport (the nearest airport to Kainchi Dham). Here’s the breakdown:

1. Jabalpur to Delhi by Flight:

• Take a flight from Jabalpur to Delhi (approximately 2 hours).

1. Delhi to Pantnagar by Flight:

• You can take a direct flight from Delhi to Pantnagar (approximately 1 hour), which is the nearest airport to Kainchi Dham.

1. Pantnagar to Kainchi Dham:

• From Pantnagar, hire a taxi or a local vehicle to Kainchi Dham (approximately 70 km, about 2-3 hours by road).

2. Summary of Routes

• Option 1 (Train + Taxi):
• Jabalpur → Kathgodam (Train) → Kainchi Dham (Taxi)
• Duration: 16-18 hours for the train journey, plus 1 to 1.5 hours by taxi.
• Option 2 (Train via Delhi):
• Jabalpur → Delhi → Kathgodam (Train) → Kainchi Dham (Taxi).
• Duration: 12-14 hours to Delhi + 6-7 hours to Kathgodam + 1-1.5 hours by taxi.
• Option 3 (Bus + Taxi):
• Jabalpur → Delhi (Bus) → Delhi → Nainital (Bus) → Kainchi Dham (Taxi).
• Duration: 14-15 hours by bus to Delhi, 6-8 hours from Delhi to Nainital, and 30-40 minutes by taxi to Kainchi Dham.
• Option 4 (Flight + Taxi):
• Jabalpur → Delhi (Flight) → Delhi → Pantnagar (Flight) → Kainchi Dham (Taxi).
• Duration: 2-3 hours flight to Delhi, 1 hour flight to Pantnagar, plus 2-3 hours by taxi.

Travel Tips:

• Best Time to Visit: The ideal time to visit Kainchi Dham is between March and June (spring and early summer) or September to November (autumn), as the weather is mild and pleasant.
• Book in Advance: If you’re traveling by train or flight, booking in advance is highly recommended, especially during peak seasons.
• Accommodation: Kainchi Dham offers basic accommodation near the ashram, but it’s a good idea to book in advance, particularly during festivals or holidays.

If you need more details on any of the travel options or help with booking or planning, feel free to ask!