Patna Bihar, India Travel Guide
Patna's main airport. It is located approximately 5 kilometers (3 miles) southwest of the city center. PNR is a domestic airport.
PNR is mainly served by primary Indian domestic airlines. Flights connect Patna to India's largest urban zones.
Fly into major international airports like Delhi (DEL) or Mumbai (BOM), then take a connecting domestic flight to PNR. Plan sufficient layover time.
Flight prices climb during peak tourist season (Oct-Mar) and major festivals. Make reservations early for these periods.
You might find more affordable tickets during monsoon season (Jul-Sep) when number of visitors are lower. Weather-related delays can occur.
Available at a devoted counter inside the airport terminal. This option has a fixed, transparent fare to your destination.
Ola and Uber operate in Patna. You can book a car via their apps from the airport. A local SIM card or active international roaming is needed.
You will find auto-rickshaws outside the airport. Haggle the price before starting your journey, as they don't use meters.
Patna Junction (PNBE) is the main railway station and a significant rail hub. It links Patna to almost every major city across India.
Patna is well-connected by state-run (BSRTC) and private bus services. Buses operate to cities within Bihar and nearby states.
Self-driving is generally not recommended for foreign tourists. Indian traffic can be chaotic.
Major highways have seen improvements, but quality remains inconsistent. Downtown streets feature congestion and shared spaces.
Patna's location on the Ganges River makes river transportation part of local life. Local ferry services operate on the Ganga River.
River transportation mostly caters to local transport, sacred rituals, and quick scenic boat rides.
Ganga Ghats serve as focal points for sacred rituals and daily ablutions.
Short scenic boat rides are available on the Ganges for a relaxing experience.
Ferry services can transport tourists to the Sonepur Mela grounds on the opposite bank during the annual fair.
For domestic flights from Jay Prakash Narayan Airport (PNR), arrive well in advance. Security verifications are thorough.
When you depart by train from Patna Junction, arrive with enough time to locate your platform. Platform numbers can change.
PNR Airport has basic waiting areas, a few food stalls, check-in counters, and security screening.
Patna Junction provides waiting rooms, food stalls, restrooms, and a luggage storage facility (cloakroom) for a fee.
Arrive at the designated bus stand at least HALF an hour before departure. Confirm your bus number and destination with staff.
No specific exit fees or taxes are levied on air or land leaving from India for tourists. Any taxes are typically a portion of your flight or train ticket price.
