How to Reach the White Rann (Dhordo)
How to reach the White Rann and Rann Utsav Tent City at Dhordo from Bhuj, Ahmedabad, Mumbai and Delhi, by flight, train, bus and car, plus the permit you need.
By Gateway Gujarat Travels · Updated · 4 min read
The White Rann is near Dhordo village in Kutch, close to the India–Pakistan border. Bhuj, the district headquarters, is your gateway.
By air
Bhuj has a domestic airport with limited flights, usually from Mumbai. Ahmedabad has many more flights from across India. From Ahmedabad it's a 7–8 hour drive or a train ride to Bhuj.
By train
Bhuj railway station has direct trains from Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Surat, Vadodara and several north Indian cities. Overnight trains let you arrive in the morning, ready for the drive to Dhordo.
By road
| From | Approx. distance to Dhordo | Drive time |
|---|---|---|
| Bhuj | 85 km | 2 hours |
| Ahmedabad | 400 km | 7–8 hours |
| Rajkot | 320 km | 6 hours |
| Vadodara | 500 km | 9 hours |
Permit
A White Rann entry permit is needed for every visitor and vehicle. You can get it online or at the Bhirandiyara check post on the Bhuj–Dhordo road.
Need a car from Bhuj or Ahmedabad? We arrange transfers for every Rann Utsav package.
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