What is the cheapest way to get from Patna to Sarnath?

The cheapest way to get from Patna to Sarnath is to train via PT. Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Jn. which costs ₹500 - ₹1,900 and takes 3h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Patna to Sarnath?

The fastest way to get from Patna to Sarnath is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs ₹2,700 - ₹3,900.

Is there a direct train between Patna and Sarnath?

No, there is no direct train from Patna to Sarnath. However, there are services departing from Patna Jn and arriving at Sarnath via Varanasi Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 54m.

How far is it from Patna to Sarnath?

The distance between Patna and Sarnath is 229 km. The road distance is 243.8 km.

How do I travel from Patna to Sarnath without a car?

The best way to get from Patna to Sarnath without a car is to train via PT. Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Jn. which takes 3h 36m and costs ₹500 - ₹1,900.

How long does it take to get from Patna to Sarnath?

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Patna to Sarnath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Patna to Sarnath train from?

Patna to Sarnath train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Patna Jn station.

Train or fly from Patna to Sarnath?

The best way to get from Patna to Sarnath is to train via PT. Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Jn. which takes 3h 36m and costs ₹500 - ₹1,900. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs ₹8,000 - ₹18,000 and takes 4h 31m.

Where does the Patna to Sarnath train arrive?

Patna to Sarnath train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Varanasi Jn station.

Can I drive from Patna to Sarnath?

Yes, the driving distance between Patna to Sarnath is 244 km. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Patna to Sarnath.

Where can I stay near Sarnath?

There are 1794+ hotels available in Sarnath.

Patna to Sarnath - 5 ways to travel via train, car, taxi, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Patna to Sarnath by train, car, taxi, or plane

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Train via PT. Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Jn.
best
1. Take the train from Patna Jn. to PT. Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Jn.train Sang Rajdhani Exp
3h 36m
₹535–1,824
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Patna Jn to Varanasi Jntrain 12391 / ...
5h 54m
₹301–2,302
Drive 243.8 km
1. Drive from Patna to Sarnathcar 243.8 km
3h 30m
₹2,697–3,895
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Patna to Sarnathtaxi 243.8 km
3h 30m
₹4,000–4,900
Fly
1. Fly from Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Airport (PAT) to Varanasi Airport (VNS)plane PAT - VNS
4h 31m
₹8,226–17,917

Patna to Sarnath by train

48Weekly Trains

5h 54mAverage Duration

₹301Cheapest Price

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Distance: 229 km
Duration: 3h 36m

What companies run services between Patna, India and Sarnath, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Patna Jn. to PT. Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Jn. once a week. Tickets cost ₹180–1,400 and the journey takes 3h 20m. Alternatively, IndiGo Airlines and Air India Limited fly from Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Airport (PAT) to Varanasi Airport (VNS) every 4 hours.

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