How to reach Prayagraj from Sawai Madhopur

Planning a trip from Sawai Madhopur 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 555 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 Sawai Madhopur
Jaipur International Airport (JAI), about 104 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

7 direct trains run from Sawai Madhopur to Prayagraj:

  • 12316 ANANYA EXPSawai Madhopur Jn (SWM) → Prayagraj Junction (PRYJ)Runs: Mon
  • 12396 ZIYARAT EXPRESSSawai Madhopur Jn (SWM) → Prayagraj Junction (PRYJ)Runs: Fri
  • 12941 PARASNATH EXPSawai Madhopur Jn (SWM) → Prayagraj Junction (PRYJ)Runs: Wed
  • 12947 AZIMABAD EXPSawai Madhopur Jn (SWM) → Prayagraj Junction (PRYJ)Runs: Tue, Thu
  • 20438 PRYJ AMRITBHARATSawai Madhopur Jn (SWM) → Prayagraj Junction (PRYJ)Runs: Tue
  • 20941 BDTS GCT SF EXPSawai Madhopur Jn (SWM) → Prayagraj Junction (PRYJ)Runs: Mon, Sat
  • 22969 OKHA BSBS SF EXPSawai Madhopur Jn (SWM) → Prayagraj Junction (PRYJ)Runs: Fri

Search for trains from Sawai Madhopur 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 Jaipur International Airport (JAI) 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 555 km from Sawai Madhopur in a straight line, so a bus, car or taxi is also a good option.

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Questions

How far is Prayagraj from Sawai Madhopur?

Prayagraj is about 555 km from Sawai Madhopur 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 Sawai Madhopur to Prayagraj?

7 direct trains run from Sawai Madhopur to Prayagraj, including 12316 ANANYA EXP, 12396 ZIYARAT EXPRESS, 12941 PARASNATH EXP, 12947 AZIMABAD EXP, 20438 PRYJ AMRITBHARAT. 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.