About Surat
For many families in Rajkot and Saurashtra, Surat means relatives, weddings and business. For visitors, it's also known for its food (locho, ghari, undhiyu in winter) and evenings at Dumas beach.
Surat is a long day's drive from Rajkot. It is also the gateway to Saputara, Gujarat's hill station in the Sahyadri range.
Places to see
- Dumas BeachA black-sand beach popular in the evenings.
- Surat Castle and the old cityHistoric landmarks near the Tapi river.
- Sarthana Nature ParkA zoo and park for families.
- Gopi TalavA restored historic lake with a promenade.
- Surat foodLocho, ghari, Surti undhiyu and the city's busy street food lanes.
Best time to visit
October to March. Monsoons are heavy in south Gujarat.
Getting there from Rajkot
About 430–470 km from Rajkot via Vadodara and Bharuch, roughly 8–9 hours. Surat has an airport and a major railway station.
See the full route guide: Rajkot to Surat taxi.
Suggested plan
- Arrival dayLong drive from Rajkot, evening at Dumas beach or a food walk.
- OptionalDay trip or overnight to Saputara, about 165 km away.
Travel tips
- Leave Rajkot early to reach Surat before evening traffic.
- For weddings, see our wedding transportation page.
- Elders may prefer a halt in Vadodara on the way.