Complete travel guide for pilgrims from across India
Pawapuri is located in the Nalanda district of Bihar, India. It is well-connected by road, rail, and air from all major cities. The nearest large city is Patna (approximately 90 km away).
The nearest airport is Patna (Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport), approximately 90 km from Pawapuri.
The nearest railway station is Biharsharif (15 km) on the Howrah-Gaya line. Rajgir station (30 km) also connects to Patna.
Regular BSRTC and private buses run from Patna (Gandhi Maidan) to Biharsharif. Local buses/shared autos continue to Pawapuri.
Pawapuri is well-connected by NH-20 and NH-31. Driving from Patna via Biharsharif takes approximately 2.5 hours.
| City | Distance | Best Mode | Travel Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Patna | ~90 km | Road / Rail | 2.5 – 3 hrs |
| Nalanda | ~20 km | Road | 30 mins |
| Rajgir | ~30 km | Road | 45 mins |
| Gaya | ~70 km | Road | 1.5 hrs |
| Varanasi | ~280 km | Road / Rail | 5 – 6 hrs |
| Kolkata | ~480 km | Train | 7 – 8 hrs |
| Delhi | ~1000 km | Flight + Road | 5+ hrs |
The most common way to get around Pawapuri town. Shared autos run between the bus stand and major temples.
The main temple complex is compact enough to explore on foot. The marble causeway to Jalmandir is a serene 10-minute walk.
Pre-book an outstation cab from Patna for a comfortable, hassle-free pilgrimage. Our packages include private transport.