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How to Get from Gandhinagar to Rajkot

How to travel from Gandhinagar to Rajkot: by train between Gandhinagar Capital and Rajkot Junction, or by GSRTC state bus.

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Last updated: November 5, 2026

How to Get from Gandhinagar to Rajkot
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Gandhinagar, the planned capital of Gujarat, and Rajkot, the commercial heart of the Saurashtra region, are linked by rail and road across the plains of central Gujarat. Rajkot is also the gateway to the coast at Dwarka and Somnath, and the city is known for fafda and jalebi.

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Gandhinagar to Rajkot by Train

The train is the main way to make this trip. Start at Gandhinagar Capital (GNC) and end at Rajkot Junction (RJT). The journey takes a few hours, so a daytime chair car is a comfortable choice, while an overnight train lets you sleep on the way.

Gandhinagar to Rajkot by Bus

Buses of the Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation (GSRTC) connect towns across Gujarat. GSRTC sells tickets on its website and in its app, so search Gandhinagar to Rajkot for the departures and fares of your day.[1]

Onward from Rajkot

Rajkot is the best base for Saurashtra. From here you can continue to the temple towns of Dwarka and Somnath on the coast, to the Gir forest where the Asiatic lions live, or on to Jamnagar and Junagadh. Buses of the state corporation serve all of these towns.

Tips for Traveling from Gandhinagar to Rajkot

  • Pick the right station: Gandhinagar Capital (GNC) is the station in Gandhinagar and Rajkot Junction (RJT) is the main station in Rajkot. Check the train number and departure time on your ticket.

Timetable

Gandhinagar - Rajkot More info / Tickets
Train Gandhinagar - Rajkot $ 5.62–13.01 4h – 4h 35m
  • →  2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper 21:45
  • →  3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper 21:45
  • →  CC - AC Chair Class 10:20
  • →  SL - Sleeper Class 21:45

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I book tickets from Gandhinagar to Rajkot?

Use the booking tool on this page to compare the transport options currently available from Gandhinagar to Rajkot, including current prices and schedules.

What is the best way to get from Gandhinagar to Rajkot?

By train from Gandhinagar Capital to Rajkot Junction. The journey takes a few hours, and there are daytime and overnight services.

Is there a bus from Gandhinagar to Rajkot?

Yes. GSRTC, the Gujarat state bus corporation, sells tickets on its website and app, where you can search the route for your day.

Which stations do I use for the train?

Board at Gandhinagar Capital (GNC) and get off at Rajkot Junction (RJT).

Sources and background

Numbers in the text such as [1] refer to these sources.

  1. [1] GSRTC: Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation (GSRTC). Retrieved November 5, 2026.

Guide prices and journey times are indicative, not live quotes. A booked package may include transfers and waiting time as well as the main journey. Check the selected offer, pickup point and current conditions before booking.