How to travel from Kanpur to Gaya, India

The distance between Kanpur and Gaya is around 541km (336 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 6h 25m.

3 routes found

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

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Train

Take the train to Gaya Jn.

  • Duration6h 25m
  • Departsevery 2 hours
  • Typical cost
    ₹320($4)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Taxi

Take a taxi to Gaya.

  • Duration7h 50m
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    ₹8,755($110)
Operated by

Orian Cabs

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Drive

Drive to Gaya.

  • Duration7h 50m
  • Distance564km (351 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kanpur and Gaya

There are several options for getting from Kanpur to Gaya by train, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹320 ($4) and will take around 6h 25m.

The distance between Kanpur and Gaya is around 541km (336 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 505km (314 miles)

It takes around 6h 25m to get from Kanpur and Gaya by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 7h 50m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Kanpur to Gaya is to take the train which takes around 6h 25m and will set you back approx ₹320 ($4).

The cheapest way to travel between Kanpur and Gaya, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹320 ($4) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Kanpur and Gaya. It typically takes around 6h 25m and departs every 2 hours.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Kanpur and Gaya with no changeovers required. The train runs every 2 hours and takes 6h 25m.

Indian Railways run train services between Kanpur and Gaya. Trains depart every 2 hours and will take around 6h 25m, 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 Kanpur and Gaya. We recommend that you take the train to Gaya Jn. instead which will take 6h 25m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Kanpur to Gaya. We recommend that you take the train to Gaya Jn. instead which will take 6h 25m.

The closest major airport to Gaya is Gaya Airport (GAY) (GAY) which is approximately 8km (5 miles) from Gaya. Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT) (PAT) and Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) (IXR) 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 Kanpur and Gaya. The distance is around 564km (351 miles) by road and it will take around 7h 50m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Kanpur to Gaya is to take the train which takes, on average, 6h 25m and will usually cost around ₹320 ($4).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Kanpur and Gaya

Transport options from Kanpur to Gaya
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
6h 25m
₹320($4)
every 2 hours541km (336 miles)
Taxi
7h 50m
₹8,755($110)
on demand564km (351 miles)
Drive
7h 50m
₹5,330($67)
on demand564km (351 miles)

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Airports near Gaya

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

GAY
Gaya Airport (GAY)
International Airport
Distance
8km (5 miles) from Gaya
PAT
Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT)
Domestic Airport
Distance
89km (55 miles) from Gaya
IXR
Birsa Munda Airport (IXR)
Domestic Airport
Distance
167km (104 miles) from Gaya