Datia is connected to Gwalior by regular trains and by road, making a day trip possible to plan. From a three-star hotel in Gwalior, you can consider rail or bus travel, then visit Pitambara Peeth and Bir Singh Palace.
- Rail: Datia and Sonagir are railway stations serving the district.
- Bus: Datia has a bus station, with regular buses from other major cities.
- At Pitambara Peeth, the main gate is open from 5 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Maa’s rest period is noon to 2 p.m.
- Bir Singh Palace is about 2 km from Pitambara Peeth.
How far is Datia from Gwalior?
Datia is connected by road to Gwalior, as well as Jhansi, Kanpur, Jaipur and Indore. The distance from Datia to Gwalior Airport is reported as 67–90 km, depending on the source; the district government also gives 75 km on its Pitambara Peeth page. These are airport distances, not a confirmed distance between Gwalior city and Datia.
For planning, confirm your exact starting point and route rather than relying on an airport distance as a city-to-city measurement.
Train options from Gwalior
Datia is connected by rail, and regular trains serve it from other major cities. Datia (DAA) and Sonagir (SOR) are railway stations serving the district, so check which station best suits your plans before booking.
Pitambara Peeth is 2 km from Datia railway station, while Bir Singh Palace is approximately 5 km from the station. Autos and taxis are available for the final stretch into Datia from train-accessible cities including Gwalior and Jhansi.
If you’re starting from Bellevue, this guide to reaching the hotel from Gwalior Junction covers the station-to-hotel leg.
Road and bus alternatives
Datia has a bus station, and regular buses are available from other major cities. Datia is connected by road to Gwalior, but no specific bus journey time or Gwalior city-to-city road distance is given.
Autos and taxis can cover the final stretch into Datia from Gwalior or Jhansi. If you plan to travel by road, confirm the departure point and current service details with the relevant transport operator before setting out.
Planning your time in Datia
Pitambara Peeth and Bir Singh Palace make a practical pair to consider: the palace is about 2 km from the temple complex. Pitambara Peeth includes shrines to Maa Pitambara, Dhumavati and Van Khandeshwar Mahadev. Vankhandeshwar Temple there is described as a Mahabharata-era Shiva temple.
The main gate at Pitambara Peeth is open from 5 a.m. to 11 p.m., and Maa’s rest period is noon to 2 p.m. Maa’s worship, tilak and garland services are unavailable on Saturdays. Check the official site before you go.
Bir Singh Palace is a seven-storey palace. Its features include frescoes and ceiling paintings, underground chambers, and views of Datia town and Karna Sagar Lake. To fit both places into a day, check your transport schedule first, then allow for the local transfer between the railway station, temple and palace.
Return journey and schedule checks
Plan your return around a confirmed train or bus departure rather than assuming services run at a particular time. Datia is served by regular trains, and its bus station has regular buses from other major cities, but departure times and journey durations vary by service.
Before leaving Gwalior, confirm the service, station or bus departure point, and return option with the transport operator. If you’re setting aside time for Gwalior as well, this one-day Gwalior itinerary from the city centre offers a way to plan the city portion separately.
FAQs
What is the distance from Gwalior to Datia?
Datia is connected to Gwalior by road and rail. The reported distance from Datia to Gwalior Airport ranges from 67 to 90 km, but that does not establish a precise distance from Gwalior city to Datia.
Is there a train from Gwalior to Datia?
Datia is connected by rail, and regular trains serve the district from other major cities. Check the operator’s timetable for a specific service.
Can you travel from Gwalior to Datia by bus?
Datia has a bus station, and regular buses connect it with other major cities. Confirm the route and departure details with the transport operator.
What are the main things to do in Datia?
Visit Pitambara Peeth, with its shrines to Maa Pitambara, Dhumavati and Van Khandeshwar Mahadev, and Bir Singh Palace, known for its seven-storey structure and views over Datia town and Karna Sagar Lake.