Quick facts
- Distance
- About 472 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 Giridih
- Deoghar Airport (DGH), about 50 km in a straight line; Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport (RDP), about 114 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 Giridih to Prayagraj:
- 14049 GODA DLI EXPRESSNew Giridih (NGRH) → Prayagraj Junction (PRYJ)Runs: Wed
Search for trains from Giridih 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 Deoghar Airport (DGH) 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 472 km from Giridih in a straight line, so a bus, car or taxi is also a good option.
More for your trip
Prayagraj from nearby cities
Questions
How far is Prayagraj from Giridih?
Prayagraj is about 472 km from Giridih 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 Giridih to Prayagraj?
1 direct train runs from Giridih to Prayagraj, including 14049 GODA DLI EXPRESS. 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.