How to reach Prayagraj from Bihar Sharif

Planning a trip from Bihar Sharif to Prayagraj? Here is the distance, which railway station to use, the nearest airports and whether a bus or car makes sense.

Quick facts

Distance
About 371 km in a straight line; by road it is usually longer
Best ways to travel
Train · Bus · Flight
Railway stations in Prayagraj
Prayagraj Junction (PRYJ), Prayagraj Rambagh (PRRB), Prayagraj Sangam (PYGS), Naini Junction (NYN)
Airports near Bihar Sharif
Jay Prakash Narayan Airport (PAT), about 62 km in a straight line; Gaya Airport (GAY), about 77 km in a straight line
Airports for Prayagraj
Prayagraj Airport (IXD), about 11 km in a straight line; Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS), about 102 km in a straight line

By train

1 direct train runs from Bihar Sharif to Prayagraj:

  • 12948 AZIMABAD EXPRESBihar Sharif (BEHS) → Prayagraj Junction (PRYJ)Runs: Wed, Fri

Search for trains from Bihar Sharif to one of these stations:

  • Prayagraj Junction (PRYJ): Main station; most long-distance trains stop here
  • Prayagraj Rambagh (PRRB)
  • Prayagraj Sangam (PYGS): Closest to the Sangam
  • Naini Junction (NYN)

Search trains on IRCTC · Live train status (NTES)

Train list from the Indian Railways timetable (NTES) as of August 30, 2026. It is a guide only: trains, days and stops change, so always check IRCTC or NTES before you book. Data source

By air

Fly from Jay Prakash Narayan Airport (PAT) to Prayagraj Airport (IXD), then continue to Prayagraj by road.

Check airline or booking websites for current flights and fares.

By road and bus

Prayagraj is about 371 km from Bihar Sharif in a straight line, so a bus, car or taxi is also a good option.

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Prayagraj from nearby cities

Questions

How far is Prayagraj from Bihar Sharif?

Prayagraj is about 371 km from Bihar Sharif in a straight line. The road and rail distance is usually longer.

Which railway station should I use for Prayagraj?

The main railway station for Prayagraj is Prayagraj Junction (PRYJ).

Which trains go from Bihar Sharif to Prayagraj?

1 direct train runs from Bihar Sharif to Prayagraj, including 12948 AZIMABAD EXPRES. Check IRCTC for the latest before you book.

Which is the nearest airport to Prayagraj?

The nearest airport is Prayagraj Airport, about 11 km from Prayagraj in a straight line.