Is there a direct bus?

No, you must change at Bangalore.

How long is the train journey?

It takes about 20-22 hours from Bangalore.

Yes, it is a major city and generally safe for tourists.

What is the best way to travel?

Train is the most comfortable and efficient way.

Yes, you can fly from Bangalore (BLR) to Nagpur (NAG).

Nagpur

Train Bus

Kollegala to Nagpur

Updated: 28 May 2026

The journey from Kollegala to Nagpur is a long-distance trip of over 1200 km. You will travel through Bangalore and then take the NH 44 highway towards Nagpur. This is a major transit route. Total travel time by road is roughly 22 to 24 hours. For this distance, taking a train from Bangalore to Nagpur is highly recommended for comfort and efficiency.

Total Distance: 1200 km by road, 1000 km straight-line.

Fastest Way

Train is the fastest and most reliable mode of transport.

Cheapest Way

Bus is the cheapest option, starting at 2200 INR.

Compare Kollegala to Nagpur Routes

	Train Connecting	Bus Connecting
Duration	20 hours	24 hours
Avg Price	1500-4500 INR	2200-4000 INR
Operator	Sanghamitra Express	KSRTC/MSRTC
Route	Bangalore City Station to Nagpur Junction	Kollegala - Bangalore - Hyderabad - Nagpur
Tip	Trains offer the best value and comfort for this long-distance route.	Multi-axle sleeper buses are recommended for this long journey.

Travel Tips

Booking
Book train tickets well in advance as this is a high-demand route.
Food
Try the local street food like Saoji cuisine.
Transport
Use app-based cabs for local travel within the city.
Weather
Nagpur can be very hot; carry light clothing.
Language
Marathi and Hindi are the primary languages; English is widely understood.