Pune, a major city in Maharashtra, is connected to Rayagada by rail and air (via nearby airports). The distance is over 1,200 kilometers. Trains are the most common mode, taking about 25 to 30 hours. Flights are faster but require travel to the nearest airport (Visakhapatnam).
Total Distance: 1200 km by road, 1000 km straight-line.
Long-distance trains require advance booking.
October to March for pleasant weather.