Madgaon serves as the primary rail hub for South Goa. From Paradeep, you must first reach Bhubaneswar or Cuttack. The rail journey involves traveling via the East Coast Railway and Konkan Railway, which is famous for its scenic tunnels and bridges. Total travel time by train is roughly 36 hours. Alternatively, flying into Dabolim and taking a taxi to Madgaon is the fastest route.
Total Distance: 1820 km by road, 1330 km air distance.
The Konkan Railway stretch is visually stunning; try to get a window seat.
October to March for pleasant coastal weather.