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arrow_back Back to main guideJay Prakash Narayan Airport (PAT), Patna, is 155km from Motihari. Airlines like IndiGo, Air India, and SpiceJet operate flights. Transfer options include pre-booked taxis (rupees 3000-4000, 4-5 hours) or shared cabs.
Bapudham Motihari (BMKI) is the main railway station. From Delhi, Vaishali Express takes approx 18-20 hours (Sleeper rupees 500-700). From Mumbai, Avadh Express takes approx 30-32 hours (Sleeper rupees 800-1000). No direct trains from Bangalore.
Bihar State Road Transport Corporation (BSRTC) and private operators run buses to Motihari Bus Stand. From Patna, journey takes 4-5 hours, rupees 250-400. From Muzaffarpur, it is 2-3 hours, rupees 100-200.
Motihari is connected by NH-27. It is 155km from Patna, a 4-5 hour drive. Road conditions are generally good, with some rough patches. Expect approx tolls of rupees 150-250.
155 km from Patna
rupees 30-100
Best for: short trips within town
Always negotiate the fare beforehand.For longer distances, consider hiring for a few hours.
rupees 20-50
Best for: very short distances, local experience
Best for short distances where you are not in a hurry.Support local livelihoods by using them.
rupees 1500-2500 per day
Best for: day trips to nearby sites
Confirm the itinerary and total cost, including waiting charges, before hiring.Ensure the driver knows the routes to the specific sites.
Smart strategies to beat the rush and travel peacefully
Pre-book tickets online to skip massive queuing lines
bookingRepublic Day (Jan 26), Independence Day (Aug 15) draw massive crowds
timingVisit 'secondary' UNESCO sites instead of overcrowded primary ones
alternativesAvoid Indian national holidays - monuments become extremely crowded
timingMeghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh barely see international tourists
alternativesTake local buses to lesser-known towns within 50km of major cities
strategyVisit monuments at opening time (usually 6-7 AM) to avoid tour groups
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.
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