How to travel from Rishikesh to Bhagalpur, India

The distance between Rishikesh and Bhagalpur is around 1,235km (768 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the train which takes around 6h 15m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Rishikesh to Bhagalpur by plane, train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out BhagalpurRishikesh if you're planning a return trip.

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Plane and Train

Fly from Dehra Dun (DED) to Deoghar (DGH) then take the train to Bhagalpur.

  • Duration6h 15m
  • Flight time2h 40m
  • Typical cost
    ₹11,140($140)
Operated by

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Train

Take the train to Laksar Jn and then to Bhagalpur.

  • Duration1 day 4h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹715($9)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Delhi then take the train to Bhagalpur.

  • Duration1 day 3h
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    ₹2,150($27)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Bhāgalpur.

  • Duration17h 60m
  • Distance1,235km (768 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Rishikesh and Bhagalpur

There are several options for getting from Rishikesh to Bhagalpur by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹715 ($9) and will take around 1 day 4h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the train and arrive in approximately 6h 15m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹11,140 ($140).

The distance between Rishikesh and Bhagalpur is around 1,235km (768 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,022km (635 miles)

It takes around 6h 15m to get from Rishikesh and Bhagalpur by plane and train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 17h 60m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Rishikesh to Bhagalpur is to fly and then take the train which takes around 6h 15m and will set you back approx ₹11,140 ($140).

The cheapest way to travel between Rishikesh and Bhagalpur, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹715 ($9) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Rishikesh and Bhagalpur. It typically takes around 1 day 4h and departs once a week.

There are no direct train services that runs from Rishikesh to Bhagalpur. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Laksar Jn. These services run once a week and will take a minimum of 1 day 4h.

Indian Railways run train services between Rishikesh and Bhagalpur. Trains depart once a week and will take around 1 day 4h, 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 Rishikesh and Bhagalpur. We recommend that you fly from Dehra Dun (DED) to Deoghar (DGH) then take the train to Bhagalpur. instead which will take 6h 15m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Rishikesh to Bhagalpur. We recommend that you fly from Dehra Dun (DED) to Deoghar (DGH) then take the train to Bhagalpur. instead which will take 6h 15m.

The closest major airport to Bhagalpur is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport (RDP) (RDP) which is approximately 186km (115 miles) from Bhagalpur. Bagdogra Airport (IXB) (IXB) and Gaya Airport (GAY) (GAY) 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 Rishikesh and Bhagalpur. The distance is around 1,235km (768 miles) by road and it will take around 17h 60m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Rishikesh to Bhagalpur is to fly and then take the train which takes, on average, 6h 15m and will usually cost around ₹11,140 ($140).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Rishikesh and Bhagalpur

Transport options from Rishikesh to Bhagalpur
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Plane and Train + 1 similar
6h 15m
₹11,140($140)
once a week1,405km (873 miles)
Fly to Patna (PAT), Train7h 25m
₹9,230($115)
every 4 hours1,315km (817 miles)
Train
1 day 4h
₹715($9)
once a week1,320km (820 miles)
Bus and Train
1 day 3h
₹2,150($27)
twice daily1,452km (902 miles)
Drive
17h 60m
₹11,620($145)
on demand1,235km (768 miles)

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Airports near Bhagalpur

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

RDP
Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport (RDP)
Domestic Airport
Distance
186km (115 miles) from Bhagalpur
IXB
Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
Domestic Airport
Distance
196km (122 miles) from Bhagalpur
GAY
Gaya Airport (GAY)
International Airport
Distance
228km (142 miles) from Bhagalpur