By Air: There is no air link to Allahabad presently. The nearest Airport is at Varanasi that is 150 kilometers from Allahabad. Varanasi being another important pilgrimage is well connected to the rest of India by daily flights. Both private as well as public carriers operate these flights.
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By Rail: Allahabad is well connected by trains with all major cities, viz. Calcutta,(Kolkata) Delhi, Jaipur , Lucknow , Mumbai , Varanasi and many South Indian city like Hyderabad, Pune, Chennai, Nagpur. The main station in Allahabad is Allahabad Junction. Several expresses as well as superfast trains come to and from Allahabad.
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By Road: Allahabad, on National Highways 2 and 27, is connected to all parts of the country by good roads. Buses of state transport corporation run on regular basis for different distances in the city and other inter-state destinations.
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Travel Mode |
Details |
Approximate Duration |
By Air |
Nearest airport is Prayagraj Airport (IXD), 12 km from city center. Regular flights available from Delhi, Mumbai, and Bangalore. |
1-2 hours (by flight) |
By Train |
Allahabad Junction (PRYJ) is a major railhead with direct trains from Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai, and Varanasi. |
6-12 hours (depending on the city) |
By Road |
Allahabad is well-connected via NH-19 and NH-30. Buses and taxis are available from nearby cities like Varanasi, Lucknow, and Kanpur. |
3-8 hours (depending on the city) |
By Bus |
Frequent bus services operate from Varanasi, Lucknow, and Kanpur to Allahabad ISBT. |
3-5 hours (depending on the route) |
By Car |
Self-drive or hire a cab for a comfortable journey. Allahabad is well-linked with major highways. |
3-6 hours (based on starting location) |
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