How to travel from Kerala to Patna, India

The distance between Kerala and Patna is around 1,863km (1,157 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 60m.

9 routes found

We've found 9 different ways to get from Kerala to Patna by plane, taxi, train, bus 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 to Patna (PAT)

Fly from Kannur (CNN) to Patna (PAT).

  • Duration3h 60m
  • Flight time3h 15m
  • Typical cost
    ₹8,995($115)
Operated by

GoAir

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4 similiar routes

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Train

Take the train to Barddhaman and then to Patna Jn.

  • Duration2 days 2h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹1,590($20)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Bangalore KSRTC and then to Mumbai then take the train to Patna Jn.

  • Duration2 days 12h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹3,345($42)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Patna.

  • Duration1 day 13h
  • Distance2,584km (1,605 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kerala and Patna

There are several options for getting from Kerala to Patna by plane, taxi, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹1,510 ($19) and will take around 2 days 6h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 60m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹8,995 ($115).

The distance between Kerala and Patna is around 1,863km (1,157 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,924km (1,195 miles)

It takes around 4h 25m to get from Kerala and Patna by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 13h to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Kerala to Patna is to fly which takes around 3h 60m and will set you back approx ₹8,995 ($115).

The cheapest way to travel between Kerala and Patna, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹1,510 ($19) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Kerala and Patna. It typically takes around 2 days 2h and departs once a week.

There are no direct train services that runs from Kerala to Patna. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Barddhaman. These services run once a week and will take a minimum of 2 days 2h.

Indian Railways run train services between Kerala and Patna. Trains depart once a week and will take around 2 days 2h, 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 Kerala and Patna. We recommend that you fly from Kannur (CNN) to Patna (PAT). instead which will take 3h 60m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Kerala and Patna. Flights depart from Trivandrum (TRV) and arrive at Patna (PAT) - via Bengaluru (BLR). The flight takes around 4h 10m.

There is no direct flight from Kerala to Patna. There is however a flight that goes via Bengaluru (BLR). This services will take at least 4h 25m (not including layover time).

The flight from Kerala to Patna typically takes around 4h 10m. Flights depart from Trivandrum (TRV) 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 Kerala and Patna. The distance is around 2,584km (1,605 miles) by road and it will take around 1 day 13h in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Kerala to Patna is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 25m and will usually cost around ₹10,905 ($135).

How do I get from Kerala to Patna

Compare travel optionsbetween Kerala and Patna

Transport options from Kerala to Patna
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly to Patna (PAT) + 4 similar
3h 60m
₹8,995($115)
on demand1,863km (1,157 miles)
Fly4h 25m
₹10,905($135)
on demand2,123km (1,319 miles)
Fly to Patna (PAT)4h 45m
₹9,075($115)
on demand1,995km (1,240 miles)
Fly to Patna (PAT)5h 15m
₹12,895($160)
on demand2,834km (1,761 miles)
Taxi and Plane4h 35m
₹13,450($170)
on demand1,935km (1,202 miles)
Train + 1 similar
2 days 2h
₹1,590($20)
once a week3,027km (1,881 miles)
Train via Aluva2 days 6h
₹1,510($19)
3 times a week2,984km (1,854 miles)
Bus and Train
2 days 12h
₹3,345($42)
once a week3,430km (2,131 miles)
Drive
1 day 13h
₹20,930($265)
on demand2,584km (1,605 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