How to reach Panna
Panna National Park, located in the Vindhyan Ranges, spans across the Panna and Chhatarpur districts in northern Madhya Pradesh. Detailed information regarding travel distances to Panna National Park is provided below to facilitate seamless travel planning. This information is invaluable for tourists, helping to address key questions that may arise during the planning process. It aids in determining the best route, identifying nearby attractions to visit before or after the Panna National Park tour, and understanding access points. This guide focuses on the most popular entry gates of the park, which provide access to the core zones of the Panna Tiger Reserve.
Effective planning of a visit to Panna National Park necessitates a clear understanding of the travel options available. Knowing the distances from neighboring cities is particularly important for those residing nearby. The following is a detailed guide on reaching Panna National Park, whether traveling by air, rail, or road.
By Train
The nearest railway station to Panna National Park is Khajuraho Railway Station, which is well-connected to cities like Bhopal, Delhi and Udaipur. Other railheads that link Panna National Park to the significant cities of India are as follows -
• Jhansi Junction connects Mumbai, Delhi and Chennai to Panna National Park.
• Katni Junction connects Panna National Park with Mumbai, Chennai and Nagpur.
• Satna Railway Station is the best option for those travelling from Delhi, Kolkata and Varanasi.
Approximate distance between the nearby railheads and Panna National Park
• Khajuraho Junction - 22 km
• Satna Railway Station - 88.3 km
• Katni Junction - 137 km
• Jhansi Junction - 184 km
From the railway stations, one can hire a taxi or use local transportation to reach the national park.
By Flight
Flights are the fastest mode to cover a long distance. However, in order to reach Panna National Park, the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, approximately 25 km from the national park. Direct flights from Delhi and Varanasi are only available to reach Khajuraho.
The other major cities of India like Mumbai, Kolkata, Bangalore, Bhopal, Chennai, and a few more have connecting flights through Delhi to reach Khajuraho Airport.
By Road
The central state of Madhya Pradesh is surrounded by states like Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Chattisgarh, Maharashtra and Gujarat. However, only a few cities in the southern part of Uttar Pradesh form the neighbouring areas of Panna National Park. Jhansi, Prayagraj, Kanpur and Chitrakoot are some of the major cities in Uttar Pradesh, from where tourists prefer to reach Panna National Park by road.
Panna National Park is connected by NH 39 and NH 30 by road. Khajuraho, Gwalior, Orchha, Shivpuri, Jabalpur and a few more cities of Madhya Pradesh are well-connected by road to Panna National Park and the distance can be covered in less than 5 hours.
Approximate distance from the neighbouring and major cities near Panna National Park
1. Khajuraho - 27 km
2. Jabalpur - 231 km
3. Orchha - 181 km
4. Gwalior - 286 km
5. Shivpuri - 288 km
6. Bhopal - 381 km
7. Lucknow - 288 km
8. Varanasi - 370 km
9. Prayagraj - 276 km
10. Kanpur - 248 km
11. Jhansi - 183 km
12. Chitrakoot - 132 km
13. Delhi - 681 km
14. Jaipur - 631 km
Popular Wildlife Destinations near Panna National Park
Madhya Pradesh is a renowned location known as the land of tigers, accommodating several famous national parks. Wildlife enthusiasts from across the country travel to Madhya Pradesh to engage in wildlife safaris crafted as long itineraries.
• Kanha National Park - 370 km
• Bandhavgarh National Park - 234 km
• Satpura National Park - 339 km
• Sanjay Dubri National Park - 198 km
• Pench National Park - 433 km
