How to reach Maha Kumbh Mela? The Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 will be held in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, from January 13 to February 26, 2025, in an extraordinary manner this time. The Government of India and the State Government of Uttar Pradesh have made adequate arrangements to ensure that devotees do not face any inconvenience during the Kumbh Mela.
There are many ways to reach Prayagraj from major cities in India. There are train, flights and bus facilities to reach Prayagraj.Let’s find out what it is now. (Also read: How to use Kumbh SahAIyak: step by step instructions)
How to reach Maha Kumbh Mela by Train
Prayagraj is connected to many major cities through the Indian railway network. There are several railway stations including the major Prayagraj railway station. From here you can reach Kumbh Mela by taxi, EV auto or private vehicle.
- Prayagraj Junction (PYJ)
- Prayagraj Rambagh (PRRB)
- Prayagraj Sangam (PYG)
- Prayag Junction (PRG)
- Naini Junction (NYN)
- Prayagraj Chheoki (PCOI)
- Phaphamau Junction (PFM)
- Jhunsi (JI)
- Subedarganj (SFG)
Regular trains run from major cities to Prayagraj
Delhi: Rajdhani express, Vandhe Bharat, Rajgir Special
Kolkata: Howrah-Prayagraj Express, Howrah-New Delhi Rajdhani
Mumbai: Mahanagri SF Express, Saket SF Express, Kashi Express
Chennai: Sanghamitra Express
Hyderabad: Secunderabad–Danapur Superfast Express
Bangalore: Sanghamitra Express
Kolkata: U Abhatoofan Express
How to reach Maha Kumbh Mela by Flights
Prayagraj Airport is located 13 km from Bamrauli to facilitate your travel to various cities in India. Prayagraj is well connected to major Indian cities like Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore, Kolkata and Hyderabad. From here you can reach Kumbh Mela by taxi, EV auto or private vehicle.
International and Domestic Airports in and around Prayagraj
- Prayagraj Airport, Allahabad Airport Terminal, Bamrauli Airport Area (Approx 54 min)
- Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, Varanasi (Approx 2 hr 22 min)
- Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, Lucknow (Approx 4 hr 53 min)
- Maharshi Valmiki International Airport, Ayodhya (Approx 4 hr)
- Mahayogi Gorakhnath Airport, Gorakhpur (Approx 6.5 hr)
- Kanpur Airport, Chakeri (Approx 3 hr 46 min)
How can we reach Maha Kumbh Mela by Bus
Prayagraj city is well connected to the national and state highway network. Government buses are available from major cities of the country and can be booked from UPSRTC. Apart from these, many private operators also operate buses here. Bookings can be made on private operator websites like makemytrip.com, yatra.com, redbus.in.
Important bus stands in Prayagraj
- Prayagraj Bus Stand
- Kachari Bus Stand
Temporary bus stations in Prayagraj
- Jhusi
- Saraswati Dwar
- Beli / Bela Kachchar
- Nehru Park
- Saraswati Hi-Tech city
- Leprosy
State Transport Buses
Delhi: Buses frequently run from Delhi to Prayagraj
Lucknow: Multiple daily services link the state capital to Prayagraj
Varanasi: Direct buses are available connecting Prayagraj to Varanasi
Kanpur, Jhansi, and other nearby towns: Regular bus services are offered for easy connectivity.