Major city · India
Satna
Use Satna as a transit hub for Chitrakoot, Maihar and Khajuraho: one night is enough. The town itself has little to hold you longer.
Satna is a mid-sized industrial town in eastern Madhya Pradesh, best known as a rail junction for reaching Chitrakoot, Maihar and Khajuraho. Its own sights are few — a handful of temples and snack stalls — so most travellers use it as a one-night stopover or a base for day trips.
More
More ways in
Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- INR
- Best months
- Oct–Mar
- avoid Apr–Jun (extreme heat), Jul–Sep (heavy rain)
- Airport
- HJR
- Nights
- 1
Not a trip line yet
Rules in force · 6
- South Asia ↗Trekking regions, border districts and several Indian states need separate permits on top of the visa; check the permit before you book transport into them.
- South Asia ↗Remove shoes (and in many Jain and Hindu temples, leather) before entering; cover shoulders and legs; ask before photographing people or rituals.
- India ↗Apply for the e-visa only on the official government portal (indianvisaonline.gov.in); lookalike sites charge extra. Check the current rules, fees and how far ahead to apply.
- India ↗Do not follow anyone who says your hotel is closed, the station ticket office is closed or a road is shut; use the prepaid taxi counter, the metro or an app car.
- India ↗Carry Indian rupees in small notes (10, 20, 50, 100); change for 500 is often refused.
- India ↗Parts of the Northeast, Sikkim, Ladakh, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and all border belts need a Protected or Restricted Area Permit or an Inner Line Permit for foreigners; check before you book the route.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Satna100 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Satna, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Indian rupees (INR, ₹) in small notes for autos, street food, tips and entry tickets.India-wide
- SIM or eSIMJio, Airtel and Vi sell tourist SIMs at airport counters and their shops; passport, visa and a photo needed; activation can take a few hours.India-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap.India-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 5–10% if no service charge is on the bill.India-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/D/M. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.India-wide
- SafetySatna is generally safe for tourists.
Show all 12 answers
- RestroomsWestern toilets in hotels, malls and airports; squat toilets with a water jug or hose in stations and villages.India-wide
- Emergency numbers100 police · 101 fire · 102 ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysThe Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays; many museums close on Mondays; banks close on the second and fourth Saturdays…India-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportHJR Khajuraho Airport (About 115 km (71 mi); flights from Delhi and Varanasi.HJR Khajuraho Airport (About 71 mi (115 km); flights from Delhi and Varanasi.
- Getting aroundAuto-rickshaws and cycle-rickshaws cover the town; negotiate the fare before you get in.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Street or quick mealChai at a stall₹10–20 (≈ under US$1)
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi to Chitrakoot (one way)₹1,200–1,500 (≈ US$14–18) (check)
- Budget bedDorm bed in a budget hotel, a night, per person₹500 (≈ US$6)
- Mid-range bedDouble room in a mid-range hotel, a night, per room₹2,000 (≈ US$25)
- High-end bedDouble room in a mid-range hotel, a night, per room₹3,500 (≈ US$40)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ₹2,000 (≈ US$25) · Mid ₹3,500 (≈ US$40) · High ₹6,000 (≈ US$70)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- HJR Khajuraho Airport (About 115 km (71 mi); flights from Delhi and Varanasi. Taxi or bus to Satna.)HJR Khajuraho Airport (About 71 mi (115 km); flights from Delhi and Varanasi. Taxi or bus to Satna.)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Feb
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Mar
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Apr
Avoid
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
May
Avoid
41°C (106°F)106°F (41°C)
Jun
Avoid
39°C (102°F)102°F (39°C)
Jul
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Aug
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Sep
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Oct
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Nov
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Dec
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Best: Oct–Mar. Avoid: Apr–Sep. Month by month →
Warmest May (41°C (106°F)106°F (41°C)), coolest Jan (9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C) low), wettest Aug (17 rain days), driest Mar (1). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Satna: next 7 days
Loading forecast…
Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
Loading…
Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
2 rd
Feb
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
2 rd
Mar
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
1 rd
Apr
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
1 rd
May
41°C (106°F)106°F (41°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
2 rd
Jun
39°C (102°F)102°F (39°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
8 rd
Jul
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
16 rd
Aug
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
17 rd
Sep
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
11 rd
Oct
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
3 rd
Nov
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
1 rd
Dec
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
1 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Auto-rickshaws and cycle-rickshaws cover the town; negotiate the fare before you get in. Taxis for day trips to Chitrakoot, Maihar or Khajuraho.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Door to door: About 1–1.5 h
Bus or taxi from Satna, about 1 h
Ramcharitmanas site; temples, ghats and caves. Avoid Amavasya and Purnima if you dislike crowds.
Maihar
goDoor to door: About 1 h
Train or bus from Satna, about 45 min
Sharda Mata temple on a hill; cable car available.
Door to door: About 2.5–3 h
Bus or taxi from Satna, about 2.5 h
UNESCO-listed temples with erotic carvings; a full day.
Rewa
goDoor to door: About 1.5–2 h
Bus or taxi from Satna, about 1.5 h
White tiger safari, waterfalls and the Rewa Fort.
Bandhavgarh National Park
overnightDoor to door: About 3 h
Taxi from Satna, about 2.5 h
Tiger reserve; stay at least one night inside or near the park.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Near Satna Junction
Closest to trains and buses; most budget hotels and guesthouses.
Civil Lines
Quieter area with a few mid-range hotels; 2–3 km (1.2–1.9 mi) from the station.Quieter area with a few mid-range hotels; 1.2–1.9 mi (2–3 km) from the station.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ₹1,500–2,500 (≈ US$18–30) excl. bed
- Mid
- ₹2,500–4,000 (≈ US$30–50) excl. bed
- High
- ₹4,000 (≈ US$50)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Double room in a mid-range hotel1 × 1 night × ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × ₹3,500 | ₹7,000 |
| Taxi to Chitrakoot (round trip)1 × ₹2,500 · check | ₹2,500 |
| Bus to Khajuraho (one way)2 × ₹300 · check | ₹600 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ₹1,210 |
| Trip total≈ ₹6,660 per person per day, bed included | ₹13,310≈ US$160 |
2026 estimate in rupees; flights and rail passes excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Chai at a stall | ₹10–20 (≈ under US$1) |
| Samosa or jalebi | ₹10–20 (≈ under US$1) |
| Thali meal | ₹100–200 (≈ US$2–3) |
| Auto-rickshaw (within town) | ₹50–150 (≈ US$1–2) |
| Taxi to Chitrakoot (one way) | ₹1,200–1,500 (≈ US$14–18) (check) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Last trains from Satna Junction around midnight; taxis are available but agree on the fare first.
- Chitrakoot gets very crowded on Amavasya and Purnima (new moon and full moon).
- Khajuraho Airport has limited flights; book well ahead.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 100
- Fire
- 101
- Ambulance
- 102
- All emergencies
- 112
Pocket card
Fill in, then print or save as PDF
Stays in this browser only; nothing is sent anywhere.
SatnaSatna
Pocket card · Voykit
My bed tonight
—
—
—
कृपया इस पते परTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police100
- Fire101
- Ambulance102
- All emergencies112
Embassy
The US has an embassy in New Delhi; most other countries have consulates in Mumbai or New Delhi.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Satna Junction → Chitrakoot by bus: about ₹100–150 (≈ US$2), about 1 h (check)
- Satna Junction → Maihar by train: about ₹50–100 (≈ US$1–2), about 45 min (check)
- Satna Junction → Khajuraho by bus: about ₹300 (≈ US$4), about 2.5 h (check)
Say or show
- कितना है? — How much? (kitna hai?)
- स्टेशन कहाँ है? — Where is the station? (station kahaan hai?)
- मुझे टैक्सी चाहिए — I need a taxi (mujhe taxi chahiye)
- कृपया मुझे… ले चलें — Please take me to… (kripya mujhe… le chalen)
- धन्यवाद — Thank you (dhanyavaad)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Satna. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Oct–Mar · avoid Apr–Jun (extreme heat), Jul–Sep (heavy rain) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 5 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Place pages for Chitrakoot, Maihar, Rewa and Khajuraho with verified opening hours and ticket prices.
- Eat pages for the street-food stalls mentioned in sources (Lotan kee Mungaudi, Sardaar Jee kee Chaat, Kishori kee Lassi).
- Verified train schedules from Satna Junction to major destinations.
Sources
Ask about Satna
Loading…
Was this useful?