Key hubs
Chandipur airport and railway station
- Airport
- Biju Patnaik International Airport, Bhubaneswar (BBI), roughly 200 km away by road; Kolkata (CCU) is also within reach, about 250 km
- Railway station
- Balasore (BLS), about 16 km away, on the Howrah-Chennai main line
- Getting around
- Hire a car or taxi from Balasore; autos and buses run between Balasore and Chandipur. A private car is easiest for temples.
How to reach Chandipur by air
The nearest major airport is Biju Patnaik International (BBI) at Bhubaneswar, about 200 km away by road, roughly four to five hours depending on traffic. Kolkata (CCU) is also an option, about 250 km away.
How to reach Chandipur by train
Balasore (BLS) on the Howrah-Chennai main line is the nearest station, about 16 km from Chandipur. Many long-distance trains stop there; check current services.
How to reach Chandipur by road
Balasore is on NH 16 along the east coast. From there Chandipur is about 16 km by road, with buses, autos and taxis. Roads inland to Nilagiri and Remuna are generally passable but slower in the monsoon.
Getting around Chandipur
Taxis and autos run between Balasore and Chandipur. Within Chandipur you can walk to the beach; hire a car for temples and Talasari.
For parents and senior travellers
Easy transfers to and in Chandipur
- The beach walk is flat and slow, but there is little shade; carry a hat, water and a folding seat if needed.
- Hospitals and specialist care are in Balasore or Bhubaneswar, so carry regular medicines for the trip.
- Ask the airline or railway for wheelchair or porter assistance when you book, not on the day.
- Pre-book the pickup from the airport or station, so nobody has to negotiate with drivers after a long journey.
- Choose arrivals in daylight where you can, and keep the first afternoon free to rest.