Key hubs
Chittorgarh airport and railway station
- Nearest airport
- Udaipur Airport (Dabok), roughly 70 kilometres away, about 1.5–2 hours by road, traffic dependent. Daily flights from Delhi, Jaipur, Mumbai and other hubs.
- Railway station
- Chittaurgarh Junction (CHI) is the main station, on the Western Railway network. Direct trains to Delhi, Agra, Udaipur, Ajmer, Kota, Mumbai, Indore and other major cities.
- Getting around
- A car and driver is essential for the fort, which sprawls over 700 acres. Autos and taxis work for the town. The fort itself requires walking and climbing; no internal transport.
How to reach Chittorgarh by air
Maharana Pratap Airport at Udaipur (UDR), about 70 km (1.5–2 hours) away, has the most frequent flights, including from Delhi, Jaipur and Mumbai.
How to reach Chittorgarh by train
Chittaurgarh Junction (station code CHI) is a major junction of Western Railway, with direct trains to Delhi, Agra, Udaipur, Ajmer, Kota, Mumbai and Indore.
How to reach Chittorgarh by road
National Highways 27 and 79 and the Golden Quadrilateral corridor link Chittorgarh to Udaipur, Kota and Jaipur; buses and taxis run frequently along these routes.
Getting around Chittorgarh
The fort itself needs a car for its 700-acre spread; autos and taxis serve the town below.
For parents and senior travellers
Easy transfers to and in Chittorgarh
- The Chittor Fort is physically demanding. It involves continuous walking over uneven, centuries-old stone steps for 6–8 hours. Not recommended for those with mobility issues, weak knees, poor balance or heat intolerance. If you do visit, hire a car to pick you up at various points inside the fort to break the walk into manageable sections.
- Start very early (6–7 am) and exit by 4–5 pm to avoid the hottest hours. Heat exhaustion is a real risk. Carry ample water (3+ litres per person), a hat, sunscreen and socks for temple floors.
- If you have any heart or breathing conditions, consult a doctor before attempting the fort. The 700-acre site and long walk at altitude can stress the cardiovascular system.
- Ask the airline or railway for wheelchair or porter assistance when you book, not on the day.
- Pre-book the pickup from the airport or station, so nobody has to negotiate with drivers after a long journey.
- Choose arrivals in daylight where you can, and keep the first afternoon free to rest.