Pench National Park: A Wild Adventure in Madhya Pradesh

Getting There

• Car

  If you're driving, Pench National Park is accessible via National Highway 7 (NH7). From Nagpur, head north on NH7 for about 90 km until you reach the town of Seoni. From Seoni, take the road towards Turia. The park entrance is located near Turia Gate, Madhya Pradesh 480881. Ensure that your vehicle has enough fuel as there are limited refueling options near the park.

• Bus

  For those using public transportation, you can take a bus from Nagpur to Seoni. Buses depart regularly from the Nagpur bus station. The journey takes approximately 2-3 hours and costs around INR 150-200. Once you arrive in Seoni, you can hire a taxi or an auto-rickshaw to take you to Turia Gate, which is about 25 km away. The taxi fare may cost around INR 500-700.

• Train

  Alternatively, you can take a train to Seoni, which is the nearest railway station to Pench National Park. Trains from major cities like Mumbai and Pune arrive at Nagpur Junction. From Nagpur, hire a taxi to Seoni (approximately 90 km) or take a bus as described above. Once in Seoni, hire a taxi or auto-rickshaw to reach Turia Gate.

• Shared Taxi

  Shared taxis are available from Nagpur to Seoni and can be a convenient option. They typically leave when full and can cost around INR 200-300 per person. You will still need to arrange a taxi or auto-rickshaw from Seoni to Turia Gate.