Ara to Nalanda
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Ara, Bihar to Nalanda, Bihar.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Ara to Nalanda
119 km · ~2h 23m · About 2h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Ara
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
119 km · 2h 23m drive from previous stop
Arrive in NalandaNalanda, Bihar
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Ara to Nalanda
119 km · ~2h 39m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Ara
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Ara. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Ara → Nalanda
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~119 km
~2h 39m|Tentative fare ₹130–₹380
- Arrive in Nalanda
Nalanda, Bihar
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Ara to Nalanda
Nearest railway stations: Ara for Ara, Nalanda for Nalanda.
Direct trains
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
Ara to Nalanda: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Ara to Nalanda is about 119 km by road, roughly 2.4 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 119 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹5,855 · Ertiga ₹7,430 · Innova ₹7,745 · Innova Crysta ₹9,570 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹13,100
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹130 · AC Seater ₹210 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹190 · AC Sleeper ₹270 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹380
- Train: Sleeper ₹100 · Economy ₹150 · Third AC ₹200 · Second AC ₹270 · First AC ₹360
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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Excavated remains of Mahavihara
Remains of the stupa has terraces and smaller stupas. ₹600 for foreigners. The ticket office is just across the road from the entrance.
Nalanda Archaeological Museum
The museum houses a significant collection of Pala and Mauryan statues. The six air conditioned (!) rooms show off stone and metal statues that were found during the…
Xuanzang Memorial
Xuanzang, also known as Hiuen Tsang, was a 7th-century Chinese Buddhist monk and teacher.
Visit Excavated remains of Mahavihara
Remains of the stupa has terraces and smaller stupas. ₹600 for foreigners. The ticket office is just across the road from the entrance.
Suggested Nalanda Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Nalanda
- Travel from Ara to Nalanda (about 2.4 hrs by road) and check in
- Visit Jain temple
Day 2Explore Nalanda
- Visit Nalanda Archaeological Museum
- Visit Xuanzang Memorial
Day 3Last sights and departure
- Visit Excavated remains of Mahavihara
- Head back to Ara
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