How to travel from Madurai to Patna, India

The distance between Madurai and Patna is around 1,957km (1,216 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4hrs.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Madurai to Patna by plane, 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

Fly from Madurai (IXM) to Patna (PAT).

  • Duration4hrs
  • Flight time3h 45m
  • Typical cost
    ₹10,185($130)
Operated by

IndiGo Airlines

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Train

Take the train to Howrah Jn and then to Patna Jn.

  • Duration1 day 20h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹1,275($16)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Vijayawada then take the train to Rajendranagar T.

  • Duration1 day 22h
  • Departstwice a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹2,705($34)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Patna.

  • Duration1 day 9h
  • Distance2,313km (1,437 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Madurai and Patna

There are several options for getting from Madurai to Patna by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹1,275 ($16) and will take around 1 day 20h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹10,185 ($130).

The distance between Madurai and Patna is around 1,957km (1,216 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,894km (1,177 miles)

It takes around 4hrs to get from Madurai and Patna by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 9h to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Madurai to Patna is to fly which takes around 4hrs and will set you back approx ₹10,185 ($130).

The cheapest way to travel between Madurai and Patna, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹1,275 ($16) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Madurai and Patna. It typically takes around 1 day 20h and departs once a week.

There are no direct train services that runs from Madurai to Patna. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Howrah Jn. These services run once a week and will take a minimum of 1 day 20h.

Indian Railways run train services between Madurai and Patna. Trains depart once a week and will take around 1 day 20h, 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 Madurai and Patna. We recommend that you fly from Madurai (IXM) to Patna (PAT). instead which will take 4hrs.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Madurai and Patna. Flights depart from Madurai (IXM) and arrive at Patna (PAT) - via Bengaluru (BLR). The flight takes around 3h 45m.

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

The flight from Madurai to Patna typically takes around 3h 45m. Flights depart from Madurai (IXM) 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 Madurai and Patna. The distance is around 2,313km (1,437 miles) by road and it will take around 1 day 9h in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Madurai to Patna is to fly which takes, on average, 4hrs and will usually cost around ₹10,185 ($130).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Madurai and Patna

Transport options from Madurai to Patna
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
4hrs
₹10,185($130)
on demand1,975km (1,227 miles)
Train and Plane6h 15m
₹9,630($120)
hourly1,957km (1,216 miles)
Train
1 day 20h
₹1,275($16)
once a week2,689km (1,671 miles)
Bus and Train
1 day 22h
₹2,705($34)
twice a week2,762km (1,717 miles)
Drive
1 day 9h
₹21,725($275)
on demand2,313km (1,437 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