Transfer Options from Ahmedabad Airport to the Statue of Unity

The impressive Statue of Unity towers over the Narmada River basin and the vast Sardar Sarovar dam. The statue was built to honour the ‘Iron Man of India’, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the man responsible for uniting all 562 states of the country to build the Republic of India. Standing an unbelievable 182 meters tall, the Statue of Unity is the highest statue in the world. Be sure to visit the statue at night, when a breathtaking light and sound show illuminates the colossal monument.

When it comes to travelling the distance from Ahmedabad Airport to the Statue of Unity, you have three options; taxi, bus or train. The local airport taxis will cost around €45 (INR 4,000) and take 4 hours to reach the statue. The local bus will take closer to 5 hours and will cost €5.50 (INR 468). Finally, the train will take just 3 hours and 30 minutes to reach the Statue of Unity and will cost around €7.50 (INR 645), depending on your ticket type.

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Comparison of the options

PRICE FOR 2PASSENGERS

OPTION	PRICE	DURATION	AVAILABILITY
Taxi	€45	240min	24/7
Bus	€7.50	300min	06:25–06:25
Train	€11.50	210min	07:55–07:55

How to get from Ahmedabad Airport to Statue of Unity by taxi

A quick and efficient way to get from Ahmedabad Airport to the Statue of Unity is to take an airport taxi. The direct journey will take around 4 hours and will cost an average of €45 (INR 4,000) for up to 4 passengers.

How much is a taxi from Ahmedabad Airport to Statue of Unity?

There are no fixed fares for the taxis at Ahmedabad Airport. Your driver will decide on a fare as you begin your journey, however, the average cost for a taxi from Ahmedabad Airport to the Statue of Unity will be €45 (INR 4,000).

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Cost

€45 (INR 4,000)

Trip Duration

4 Hrs.

*Prices may vary unless booked in advance.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available 24 hours a day from Ahmedabad Airport.

Where do I find a taxi at Ahmedabad Airport?

Taxis are readily available 24/7 from just outside of the Arrivals Hall. You will see the taxis waiting in line as you walk through the exit doors.

Convenience

If you’re looking for a direct way to get to the very bridge leading to the Statue of Unity, taking a taxi is your only option. You won’t need to make any changes or drag your baggage on and off public transport. Instead, you can relax and enjoy a private journey all the way to the monument.

Editor’s Note

For long journeys like this one, your driver will usually allow one to two stops for toilet and snack breaks.

Useful Tips

Be sure to agree on a price with your driver before beginning your journey.

Not all taxi drivers speak English, be sure to clearly explain if you need to stop the car for any reason during the trip.

You must pay for your Ahmedabad Airport taxi in cash in Indian Rupees.

How to get from Ahmedabad Airport to Statue of Unity by bus

There’s no direct bus from Ahmedabad Airport to the Statue of Unity. You will first need to take a taxi from the airport to Ahmedabad, then take the bus from there to Kevadia. The GSRTC bus runs from the Ahmedabad Gita Mandir Bus Depot to Kevadia once a day. From there, you can get a taxi or a small local shuttle bus to the statue.

The total journey time will be around 5 hours and the cost for both the bus and taxi will be €5.50 (INR 468).

How much is the bus from Ahmedabad Airport to Statue of Unity?

The cost of a taxi from Ahmedabad Airport to the central bus station is €3.50 (INR 300), then the cost of the bus from there to the statue will be €2 (INR 168). Bringing the total cost for the distance from Ahmedabad Airport to the Statue of Unity to €5.50 (INR 468).

Cost

€5.50 (INR 468)

Trip Duration

5 Hrs.

*The bus only leaves once a day at 06:25.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

The GSRTC bus leaves once a day at 06:25.

Where do I find the bus at Ahmedabad Airport?

There’s no bus from Ahmedabad Airport. You will need to take a taxi from the airport to the Ahmedabad Gita Mandir Bus Depot to find the GSRTC bus.

Convenience

Although a cheap transfer option, taking the bus is slow and indirect. Not only will you have to take a taxi to Ahmedabad to get the bus, but the bus only leaves once a day, early in the morning, so if you miss it, you will have to wait until the next day to complete your journey.

Timetables

GSRTC Bus

Editor’s Note

Once you reach Kevadia, you will need to find either a taxi or another bus to get to the bridge that leads to the Statue of Unity.

Useful Tips

You can purchase your tickets online in advance or from the bus station.

The bus only leaves once a day at 06:25.

The cost of a bus ticket may vary depending on the line available.

How to get from Ahmedabad Airport to Statue of Unity by train

There’s no direct train from Ahmedabad Airport to the Statue of Unity. You will first need to take a taxi from the airport to Ahmedabad Junction, then take the Jan Shatabdi Express train from there to Kevadia. The total journey time will be 3 hours and 30 minutes.

How much is the train from Ahmedabad Airport to Statue of Unity?

The cost of the train from Ahmedabad Airport to Ahmedabad Junction will be €4 (INR 345). However, you will also have to pay around 3.50 (INR 300) for a taxi from the airport to Ahmedabad Railway Station, making the total cost €7.50 (INR 645) per traveller. There may also be an additional cost from Kevadia to the statue, which may vary depending on the mode of transport you choose to cover the distance – taxi or bus.

Keep in mind that train ticket pricing does vary, depending on the chosen cabin.

Cost

€7.50 (INR 645)

Trip Duration

3 Hrs 30 Min.

The train runs only once a day, at 07:55.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Once in Kevadia, you'll need to take a local bus or taxi to reach the statue.

Where do I find a train at Ahmedabad Airport?

There’s no train from Ahmedabad Airport to Statue of Unity. You will first need to take a taxi from the airport to Ahmedabad Junction, then take the Jan Shatabdi Express train from there to Kevadia. Taxis can be found right outside of the Arrivals Hall.

Convenience

Taking the train is a quick transfer option if you land at a convenient time. Otherwise, you will have to wait 24 hours for the next train as they only leave once a day. Once you reach Kevadia, you will also have to find alternate transport to actually reach the Statue of Unity, which adds time, effort and an additional cost to your journey.

Timetables

Jan Shatabdi Express Train

Editor’s Note

The train to the Statue of Unity leaves at 07:55 daily and returns to Ahmedabad Junction at 20:20.

Useful Tips

For a comfortable journey, be sure to choose the CC air-conditioned cabin.

Your train ticket price will differ depending on the cabin type you choose.

You can pre-purchase your train tickets online to ensure you get a seat.

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How can I get from Ahmedabad Airport to the Statue of Unity?

There are three transfers available from Ahmedabad Airport to the Statue of Unity; taxi, bus or train. Taking an airport taxi will take around 4 hours to reach the famous monument and will cost around €45 (INR 4,000). The bus will take 5 hours and cost €5.50 (INR 468), while the train will take just 3 hours and 30 minutes and cost €7.50 (INR 645) per passenger.

What is the distance from Ahmedabad Airport to the Statue of Unity?

The Ahmedabad Airport to Statue of Unity distance is around 205 km. Taking an airport taxi will take 4 hours to reach the statue, while if you choose to travel by public transport, the bus will take 5 hours and the train will get you there in around 3 hours and 30 minutes.

What’s the cost of a taxi from Ahmedabad Airport to the Statue of Unity?

The average cost for a taxi from Ahmedabad Airport to the Statue of Unity will be €45 (INR 4,000). However, it’s important to note that this isn’t a fixed fare, so is subject to change. For a fixed fare you can truly rely on, you can pre-book your transfer with Welcome Pickups.

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How to get from Ahmedabad Airport to Statue of Unity by taxi

How much is a taxi from Ahmedabad Airport to Statue of Unity?

Cost

€45 (INR 4,000)

Trip Duration

4 Hrs.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available 24 hours a day from Ahmedabad Airport.

Where do I find a taxi at Ahmedabad Airport?

Convenience

Editor’s Note

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How to get from Ahmedabad Airport to Statue of Unity by bus

How much is the bus from Ahmedabad Airport to Statue of Unity?

Cost

€5.50 (INR 468)

Trip Duration

5 Hrs.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

The GSRTC bus leaves once a day at 06:25.

Where do I find the bus at Ahmedabad Airport?

Convenience

Timetables

GSRTC Bus

Editor’s Note

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How to get from Ahmedabad Airport to Statue of Unity by train

How much is the train from Ahmedabad Airport to Statue of Unity?

Cost

€7.50 (INR 645)

Trip Duration

3 Hrs 30 Min.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Once in Kevadia, you'll need to take a local bus or taxi to reach the statue.

Where do I find a train at Ahmedabad Airport?

Convenience

Timetables

Jan Shatabdi Express Train

Editor’s Note

Useful Tips

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