How to travel from Jaipur to Patna, India

The distance between Jaipur and Patna is around 1,042km (647 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 55m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Jaipur to Patna by plane, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Jaipur (JAI) to Patna (PAT).

  • Duration2h 55m
  • Flight time2h 35m
  • Typical cost
    ₹7,480($95)
Operated by

Helitrans

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Train

Take the train to Patna Jn.

  • Duration18h 45m
  • Departs4 times a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹555($7)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Drive

Drive to Patna.

  • Duration14h 20m
  • Distance1,062km (660 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Jaipur and Patna

There are several options for getting from Jaipur to Patna by plane, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹555 ($7) and will take around 18h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹7,480 ($95).

The distance between Jaipur and Patna is around 1,042km (647 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 939km (583 miles)

It takes around 2h 55m to get from Jaipur and Patna by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 14h 20m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Jaipur to Patna is to fly which takes around 2h 55m and will set you back approx ₹7,480 ($95).

The cheapest way to travel between Jaipur and Patna, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹555 ($7) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Jaipur and Patna. It typically takes around 18h 45m and departs 4 times a week.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Jaipur and Patna with no changeovers required. The train runs 4 times a week and takes 18h 45m.

Indian Railways run train services between Jaipur and Patna. Trains depart 4 times a week and will take around 18h 45m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Jaipur and Patna. We recommend that you fly from Jaipur (JAI) to Patna (PAT). instead which will take 2h 55m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Jaipur and Patna. Flights depart from Jaipur (JAI) and arrive at Patna (PAT) - via Delhi (DEL). The flight takes around 2h 35m.

There is no direct flight from Jaipur to Patna. There is however a flight that goes via Delhi (DEL). This services will take at least 2h 55m (not including layover time).

The flight from Jaipur to Patna typically takes around 2h 35m. Flights depart from Jaipur (JAI) and and arrive into Patna (PAT).

The closest major airport to Patna is Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT) (PAT) which is approximately 4km (2 miles) from Patna. Gaya Airport (GAY) (GAY) and Gorakhpur Airport (GOP) (GOP) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Jaipur and Patna. The distance is around 1,062km (660 miles) by road and it will take around 14h 20m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Jaipur to Patna is to fly which takes, on average, 2h 55m and will usually cost around ₹7,480 ($95).

How do I get from Jaipur to Patna

Compare travel optionsbetween Jaipur and Patna

Transport options from Jaipur to Patna
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
2h 55m
₹7,480($95)
on demand1,109km (689 miles)
Train
18h 45m
₹555($7)
4 times a week1,042km (647 miles)
Drive
14h 20m
₹8,595($110)
on demand1,062km (660 miles)

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Airports near Patna

The following major airports near Patna offer regular flights to various popular destinations within India and internationally.

PAT
Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT)
Domestic Airport
Distance
4km (2 miles) from Patna
GAY
Gaya Airport (GAY)
International Airport
Distance
98km (61 miles) from Patna
GOP
Gorakhpur Airport (GOP)
Domestic Airport
Distance
210km (130 miles) from Patna