Kumbh Guide

Plan Your Pilgrimage: Navigate Mahakumbh with Ease Travel routes

By Train

Prayagraj is well connected to major cities across India through the Indian Railways network. There are eight railway stations in and around Prayagraj:

  • Prayagraj Junction (PYJ)

  • Prayagraj Rambagh (PRRB)

  • Prayagraj Sangam (PYG)

  • Prayag Junction (PRG)

  • Naini Junction (NYN)

  • Prayagraj Chheoki (PCOI)

  • Phaphamau Junction (PFM)

  • Jhunsi (JI)

  • Subedarganj (SFG)

You can book train routes from all destinations on the .

Regular Trains to Prayagraj from Major Cities

  • Delhi: Rajdhani Express, Vandhe Bharat, Rajgir Special

  • Mumbai: Mahanagri SF Express, Saket SF Express, Kashi Express

  • Kolkata: Howrah-Prayagraj Express, Howrah-New Delhi Rajdhani

  • Chennai: Sanghamitra Express

These trains provide convenient travel options to Prayagraj from major cities. You can book tickets for these trains through the .

 
Flights

Prayagraj Airport is in Bamrauli, 13 km from the city. It is well-connected to various cities across India, ensuring a smooth journey. Prayagraj Airport has regular flights from major cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Kolkata, and Hyderabad. Enjoy the spiritual magnificence and cultural heritage of the Maha Kumbh 2025 with the convenience of air travel for a memorable pilgrimage.

Domestic and International Airports in and around Prayagraj
  • Prayagraj Airport, Allahabad Airport Terminal, Bamrauli Airport Area (Approx 54 min)

  • Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, Varanasi (Approx 2 hr 22 min)

  • Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, Lucknow (Approx 4 hr 53 min)

  • Maharshi Valmiki International Airport, Ayodhya (Approx 4 hr)

  • Mahayogi Gorakhnath Airport, Gorakhpur (Approx 6.5 hr)

  • Kanpur Airport, Chakeri (Approx 3 hr 46 min)

Bus

Prayagraj is well connected to the National and State Highway network for road transportation. State-run buses are available from many major destinations across the country. Routes are available, and bookings can be made through UPSRTC (Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation). Many private operators also run buses on routes from major cities. These routes and schedules can be accessed, and bookings can be made on private aggregator websites like OSTS, makemytrip.com, yatra.com, and

Major bus stands in Prayagraj
  • Prayagraj Bus Stand

  • Kachari Bus Stand

Temporary bus stations in Prayagraj
  • Jhusi

  • Saraswati Dwar

  • Beli/Bela Kachchar

  • Nehru Park

  • Saraswati Hi-Tech City

  • Leprosy

State Transport Buses

  • Delhi: Buses frequently run from Delhi to Prayagraj

  • Varanasi: Direct buses connect Prayagraj to Varanasi

  • Lucknow: Multiple daily services link the state capital to Prayagraj

  • Kanpur, Jhansi, and other nearby towns: Regular bus services are available for easy connectivity