Route Guide
About this route
About This Route
Bathinda is a good 4-hour haul from Chandigarh — 230 km down NH-7, past Patiala's old city walls and through Sangrur before the flat cotton-belt landscape around Bathinda opens up. It's not a scenic drive in the hill-station sense, but it's a fast, well-surfaced highway, and most drivers cover it comfortably in one sitting with a single chai stop near Patiala.
We've been running this route since 2013, mostly for three kinds of travellers: families heading to Bathinda for weddings or visiting relatives, students and staff commuting to AIIMS Bathinda or the local engineering colleges, and pilgrims making the trip to Takht Sri Damdama Sahib in Talwandi Sabo, about 25 km further from Bathinda city.
If you're booking a sedan — Toyota Glanza, Maruti Dzire, or Maruti Ertiga — the fare is a flat ₹4,000 one way, no per-km surprises. For a bigger group or extra luggage, the Innova Crysta, Innova Hycross, or Fortuner comes in at ₹5,000. Both one-way drop and round-trip bookings are available; if you're doing a same-day return, ask about the round-trip rate when you call, since it works out cheaper than booking two separate one-way cabs.
Drivers on this route know Patiala's bypass points well enough to skip the city traffic during peak hours, and they're used to early-morning pickups for people catching trains or flights out of Chandigarh before heading to Bathinda.
Places worth a stop or a visit
- Qila Mubarak, Bathinda — a 1,800-year-old fort right in the city centre, one of the oldest surviving structures in Punjab
- Rose Garden, Bathinda — a quieter spot for an evening walk after a long drive
- Takht Sri Damdama Sahib, Talwandi Sabo — one of the five Takhts of Sikhism, roughly 25 km from Bathinda city
- Bir Talab Zoo — good if you're travelling with kids and want a break before continuing
4. Why Book With Amson Travels
- Fixed fare, shown before you book — no surge pricing added after confirmation
- Verified, background-checked drivers trained for highway and night driving
- GPS-tracked vehicles so you always know where your cab is
- 24/7 booking support via call or WhatsApp — including same-day bookings
- 1000+ completed trips across Punjab and North India since 2013
5. Fare Table
| Vehicle | Seats | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Glanza | 4 | ₹4,000 | Call for round-trip rate |
| Maruti Dzire | 4 | ₹4,000 | Call for round-trip rate |
| Maruti Ertiga | 6 | ₹4,000 | Call for round-trip rate |
| Toyota Innova Crysta | 6 | ₹5,000 | Call for round-trip rate |
| Toyota Innova Hycross | 6 | ₹5,000 | Call for round-trip rate |
| Fortuner | 6 | ₹5,000 | Call for round-trip rate |
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6. FAQs
Q: What is the taxi fare from Chandigarh to Bathinda?
Chandigarh to Bathinda taxi fare starts from ₹4,000 one way for a sedan (Toyota Glanza, Maruti Dzire, or Maruti Ertiga) and ₹5,000 for an SUV (Innova Crysta, Innova Hycross, or Fortuner), with Amson Travels' fixed-fare pricing and no surge charges.
Q: What is the distance from Chandigarh to Bathinda?
The road distance from Chandigarh to Bathinda is approximately 230 km via NH-7, and the drive typically takes around 4 hours depending on traffic near Patiala.
Q: Is toll included in the fare?
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Q: Which route does the taxi take from Chandigarh to Bathinda?
The cab travels via NH-7 through Patiala and Sangrur, which is the shortest and most commonly used road connection between Chandigarh and Bathinda.
Q: Can I book a round trip instead of a one-way drop?
Yes, Amson Travels offers both one-way and round-trip cabs on the Chandigarh to Bathinda route. Round-trip fares work out cheaper than booking two separate one-way trips — call to confirm the current rate.
Q: How early should I book a Chandigarh to Bathinda taxi?
Same-day bookings are usually possible, but booking at least a few hours in advance — especially for early-morning pickups — helps guarantee your preferred vehicle type.
Q: Is the fare different at night or during peak hours?
No, Amson Travels uses fixed fares with no surge pricing, so the quoted price stays the same regardless of pickup time.
Q: What vehicles are available for a family of 5–6 travelling to Bathinda?
The Maruti Ertiga, Toyota Innova Crysta, or Innova Hycross are best suited for a family of 5–6 with luggage, all priced at ₹4,000–5,000 one way.