Town in Madhya Pradesh, India
Getting around Khajuraho
How to get around Khajuraho
Temples in the Western Group are walkable; autos and bicycles cover the Eastern and Southern groups. Arrive by flight, taxi or bus; the railway station is small.
Ways to get around Khajuraho
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Auto-rickshaw | About 100–300 INR | Between temple groups; agree the fare first |
| Bicycle | About 50–150 INR a day | Flat roads, good for temples; heat limits midday rides |
| MP state and private buses | About 150–400 INR | To Jhansi, Satna and Chhatarpur; slow |
| Taxi | About 2,000–4,000 INR for 175 km | To Jhansi or Satna railway stations |
Taxis in Khajuraho
- No ride-hailing apps operate here. No ride apps. Use autos and hotel-arranged taxis; agree fares first and ignore touts.
Arriving in Khajuraho
Khajuraho (HJR)
About 5 km from the temples: taxi 200–400 INR, 10 min. Flights are limited, so check schedules before booking.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Bikes can be rented for about 400–600 INR a day; roads are quiet, but licence rules apply.
- Driving: on the left. IDP plus home licence required; scooters are rented in Goa and the Himalaya; most visitors hire a car with driver.
- Onward travel in India: Trains link most cities: book up to 60 days ahead on IRCTC or use the foreign tourist quota at big stations. Cheap domestic flights and sleeper buses fill gaps.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Khajuraho?
No ride-hailing apps work here. No ride apps. Use autos and hotel-arranged taxis; agree fares first and ignore touts.
What's the best way to get around Khajuraho?
Temples in the Western Group are walkable; autos and bicycles cover the Eastern and Southern groups. Arrive by flight, taxi or bus; the railway station is small.
How do I get from the airport to Khajuraho?
About 5 km from the temples: taxi 200–400 INR, 10 min. Flights are limited, so check schedules before booking.
Is Khajuraho walkable?
Walkable center.
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