Complete transport guide: flights, trains, buses, and local transport. Trip Planning travel planning.
arrow_back Back to main guideJay Prakash Narayan Airport (PAT), Patna, 210km from city. Airlines: IndiGo, Air India, SpiceJet, Vistara. Transfer options: Taxi (rupees 3000-4000, 5-6 hours), Bus (rupees 300-500, 6-7 hours).
Madhepura Railway Station (MPH). Frequency: Daily trains connect to Patna (e.g., Janhit Express, Kosi Express). Journey times: Patna (5-6 hours). Fares: rupees 150-300 (Sleeper/AC Chair Car). No direct trains from Mumbai or Bangalore.
Bihar State Road Transport Corporation (BSRTC) and private operators. Terminals: Madhepura Bus Stand. Journey time and fare from Patna: 6-7 hours, rupees 300-500. From Saharsa: 1-2 hours, rupees 50-100.
NH 106 and SH 76 connect Madhepura. 210km from Patna. Drive time: 5-6 hours. Road condition: Generally fair, some sections may be rough. Approx tolls: rupees 100-200.
210 km from Patna
rupees 30-100 (short trips), rupees 150-200 (to Singheshwar)
Best for: short trips, local sightseeing
Always negotiate the fare before starting your journey.Shared autos are cheaper but might take longer due to multiple stops.
rupees 10-50
Best for: very short distances, market areas
Ideal for short distances if you are not in a hurry.Fares are usually fixed for common routes, but confirm beforehand.
rupees 50-150 (to nearby towns/villages)
Best for: inter-village travel, budget-friendly
These are often crowded but very economical.Ask locals for the departure points and routes.
Smart strategies to beat the rush and travel peacefully
Varanasi ghats are quietest 5-6 AM before sunrise rituals begin
timingWeekdays have 50-70% fewer visitors than weekends at popular sites
timingAvoid Golden Triangle (Delhi-Agra-Jaipur) if crowds bother you
alternativesVisit monuments at opening time (usually 6-7 AM) to avoid tour groups
timingExplore Orchha instead of Khajuraho for uncrowded temple complexes
alternativesSunset visits are less crowded than sunrise at most attractions
timingAvoid: Weekends, Indian holidays (Jan 26, Aug 15, Diwali), school vacations (May-June, Dec-Jan).
Best: Weekday mornings, monsoon season for most destinations, opposite shoulder seasons.
Public restrooms charge small fees - Usually 2-10 rupees for use. The paid ones are generally cleaner than free ones.
Indoor venues are safer than outdoor - Restaurants, cafes, malls, and cinemas offer more privacy and social acceptance than parks or streets.
Pharmacies stock different medicines - Some medications available over-the-counter in one state require prescriptions in another due to state regulations.
Explore lesser-known caves and temples - Beyond Ajanta and Ellora, countless ancient caves and temples receive few visitors but are equally impressive.
Bargaining culture varies - Aggressive bargaining is normal in Delhi markets but less common in southern states where prices are often more fixed.
UPI adoption differs regionally - Nearly universal in Karnataka and Maharashtra, but still limited in some rural areas of Bihar or northeastern states.
The 22 official languages are just the start - Hundreds of dialects exist. Malayalam has nothing in common with Bengali, which shares nothing with Gujarati.
Street photography is generally accepted - India's chaotic streets are photographic gold, but be respectful and unobtrusive.
Interstate alcohol transport is illegal - Don't carry alcohol across state lines. You can be fined or arrested, especially entering dry states.
English is the interstate lingua franca - In South India, Northeast English works better than Hindi for interstate communication.
Hindi - Only truly useful in northern and central states. South India, Northeast, and parts of East prefer English or regional languages.
State borders matter more than you think - Alcohol prohibition, local holidays, transportation systems, and even food availability change dramatically at state lines.
Touching feet shows respect in North India - This gesture of reverence to elders is common in northern states but less so in the south or northeast.
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