Patna to Rajgir
The distance from Patna to Rajgir is about 86 km by road, roughly 1.5 hours (estimated). One can also take a rented car to reach the place.
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.
Overview
The distance from Patna to Rajgir is about 86 km by road, roughly 1.5 hours (estimated). One can also take a rented car to reach the place.
Route Map
By Car: Patna to Rajgir
86 km · ~1h 43m · About 2h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Patna
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
86 km · 1h 43m drive from previous stop
Arrive in RajgirRajgir, 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: Patna to Rajgir
86 km · ~1h 55m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Patna
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Patna. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Patna → Rajgir
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~86 km
~1h 55m|Tentative fare ₹90–₹290
- Arrive in Rajgir
Rajgir, 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: Patna to Rajgir
Nearest railway stations: Patna Jn for Patna, Rajgir for Rajgir.
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.
Stops & Places Along the Route
Good places to break the journey from Patna to Rajgir. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.
- Nalanda75 km from Patna
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Things to Do in Rajgir
Hot springs
Take a deep bath in a hot spring (Kund).
Ropeway
Enjoy the ride on the ropeway.
Bimbisara's jail
This archeological site is believed to be the jail in which King Ajatshatru imprisoned his father Bimbisara. From his prison cell, Bimbisara could see Buddha meditating…
Chariot Tracks
The Chariot Route and shell inscriptions consist of two parallel furrows cut deep into the rock ground for about thirty feet and are believed to have been made by Lord…
Cyclopean walls
Believed to be 2500 years old, these Cyclopean walls are a 40 km long and 4 metres wide fortification running around the city.
Gridhakuta
The place is atop a small hill and believed to be a meditating place of Buddha. You can continue on to the top of Ratnagiri hill, there is a Viswa Shanti Stupa (Peace…
Suggested Rajgir Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Rajgir
- Travel from Patna to Rajgir (about 1.5 hrs by road) and check in
- Visit Saptaparni Cave
Day 2Explore Rajgir
- Visit Vulture Peak
- Visit Pant Wildlife Sanctuary
Day 3Last sights and departure
- Visit Giriyak Stupa
- Head back to Patna
Travel Tips
Budget Estimate
road
86 km
1.5 hours
Approximately 86 km by road from Patna to Rajgir, roughly 1.5 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).
train
86 km
The nearest railway station to Rajgir is Rajgir railway station, about 1 km from the town centre.
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Frequently Asked Questions
About 86 km by road (estimated from straight-line distance).
Gaya Airport (GAY), about 57 km away.
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