How to travel from Mangalore to Gaya, India

The distance between Mangalore and Gaya is around 1,994km (1,239 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 20m.

6 routes found

We've found 6 different ways to get from Mangalore to Gaya 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 Mangalore (IXE) to Gaya (GAY).

  • Duration4h 20m
  • Flight time4hrs
  • Typical cost
    ₹25,310($320)
Operated by

IndiGo Airlines

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Train

Take the train to C Shivaji Maharaj T and then to Gaya Jn.

  • Duration1 day 18h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ₹1,590($20)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Mumbai Borivali {W} Gokul Hotel Near Chamunda Circle then take the train to Gaya Jn.

  • Duration2 days
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ₹2,785($35)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Gaya.

  • Duration1 day 7h
  • Distance2,187km (1,359 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Mangalore and Gaya

There are several options for getting from Mangalore to Gaya by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹1,590 ($20) and will take around 1 day 18h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹25,310 ($320).

The distance between Mangalore and Gaya is around 1,994km (1,239 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,702km (1,058 miles)

It takes around 4h 20m to get from Mangalore and Gaya by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 7h to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Mangalore to Gaya is to fly which takes around 4h 20m and will set you back approx ₹25,310 ($320).

The cheapest way to travel between Mangalore and Gaya, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹1,590 ($20) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Mangalore and Gaya. It typically takes around 1 day 18h and departs once daily.

There are no direct train services that runs from Mangalore to Gaya. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Mangalore Jn and C Shivaji Maharaj T. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 1 day 18h.

Indian Railways run train services between Mangalore and Gaya. Trains depart once daily and will take around 1 day 18h, 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 Mangalore and Gaya. We recommend that you fly from Mangalore (IXE) to Gaya (GAY). instead which will take 4h 20m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Mangalore and Gaya. Flights depart from Mangalore (IXE) and arrive at Gaya (GAY) - via Delhi (DEL). The flight takes around 4hrs.

There is no direct flight from Mangalore to Gaya. There is however a flight that goes via Delhi (DEL). This services will take at least 4h 20m (not including layover time).

The flight from Mangalore to Gaya typically takes around 4hrs. Flights depart from Mangalore (IXE) and and arrive into Gaya (GAY).

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 Mangalore and Gaya. The distance is around 2,187km (1,359 miles) by road and it will take around 1 day 7h in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Mangalore to Gaya is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 20m and will usually cost around ₹25,310 ($320).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Mangalore and Gaya

Transport options from Mangalore to Gaya
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
4h 20m
₹25,310($320)
on demand2,656km (1,650 miles)
Plane and Train5h 20m
₹12,655($160)
hourly1,994km (1,239 miles)
Train + 1 similar
1 day 18h
₹1,590($20)
once daily2,592km (1,611 miles)
Train via Miraj Jn2 days 14h
₹1,670($21)
once a week2,850km (1,771 miles)
Bus and Train
2 days
₹2,785($35)
once daily2,640km (1,641 miles)
Drive
1 day 7h
₹20,535($260)
on demand2,187km (1,359 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