About Rajgir
Five hills ring this ancient Magadhan capital. The Buddha preached the Lotus Sutra here; Mahavira spent 14 monsoons in the valley — sacred ground for Buddhists, Jains and Hindus alike. Hot springs bubble below. A Japanese-built peace pagoda crowns the highest hill.
Best Time to Visit
October to March
Winter brings the Rajgir Mahotsav cultural festival (late October), comfortable hill walks (15–25°C) and clear views from the Vishwa Shanti Stupa. The Brahmakund hot springs are most enjoyable November–February.
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Travel Tips
- Take the chairlift up Ratnagiri Hill to the Vishwa Shanti Stupa (built 1969 by Japanese Nipponzan-Myōhōji monks) — the queue is shortest at sunrise
- Bathe at Brahmakund — separate enclosures for men and women, water is naturally 45°C
- Visit Saptaparni Cave where the First Buddhist Council was held in 483 BCE; reach by a 1-km uphill walk from Vaibhava Hill
How to Reach Rajgir
Rajgir is located in Bihar, India at coordinates 25.0269°N, 85.4198°E. You can reach Rajgir by air (nearest airport in Bihar), train, or road. Use YatraJunction's free fare calculator to compare live train, bus and flight prices, and to build an AI-powered itinerary tailored to your budget and travel dates.
How to reach Rajgir from major cities
Rajgir from Kolkata
~506 km by road- Train (Sleeper Class) ₹315 · 9h 35m
- Train (3AC) ₹835 · 8h 51m
- Volvo AC Bus ₹1,395 · 9h 37m
- Outstation Cab (Sedan) ₹6,885 · 9h 28m
Cheapest: Train (Sleeper Class) (₹315) · Fastest: Train (3AC) (8h 51m).
Rajgir from Lucknow
~614 km by road- Train (Sleeper Class) ₹375 · 11h 28m
- Train (3AC) ₹975 · 10h 34m
- Volvo AC Bus ₹1,675 · 11h 33m
- Outstation Cab (Sedan) ₹8,280 · 11h 24m
Cheapest: Train (Sleeper Class) (₹375) · Fastest: Train (3AC) (10h 34m).
Rajgir from Delhi
~1134 km by road- Train (3AC) ₹1,650 · 18h 53m
- Train (2AC) ₹2,390 · 18h 53m
- Volvo AC Bus ₹3,025 · 21h 1m
- Flight (Economy) ₹6,280 · 4h 9m
Cheapest: Train (3AC) (₹1,650) · Fastest: Flight (Economy) (4h 9m).
Rajgir from Jaipur
~1232 km by road- Train (3AC) ₹1,775 · 20h 27m
- Train (2AC) ₹2,575 · 20h 27m
- Volvo AC Bus ₹3,280 · 22h 47m
- Flight (Economy) ₹6,635 · 4h 17m
Cheapest: Train (3AC) (₹1,775) · Fastest: Flight (Economy) (4h 17m).
Rajgir from Hyderabad
~1390 km by road- Train (3AC) ₹1,980 · 22h 60m
- Train (2AC) ₹2,875 · 22h 60m
- Volvo AC Bus ₹3,695 · 25h 41m
- Flight (Economy) ₹7,205 · 4h 31m
Cheapest: Train (3AC) (₹1,980) · Fastest: Flight (Economy) (4h 31m).
Rajgir from Ahmedabad
~1654 km by road- Train (3AC) ₹2,325 · 27h 13m
- Train (2AC) ₹3,365 · 27h 13m
- Volvo AC Bus ₹4,380 · 30h 28m
- Flight (Economy) ₹8,155 · 4h 54m
Cheapest: Train (3AC) (₹2,325) · Fastest: Flight (Economy) (4h 54m).
Fares are indicative estimates based on distance — verify with the operator before booking.
Planning Your Visit to Rajgir
Rajgir lies in Bihar, India, and ranks among the state’s most-visited pilgrimage destinations. The nearest major city and transport gateway is Patna, roughly 69 km away — most travellers route through Patna by air or rail before continuing on to Rajgir. Time your trip for October to March for the most comfortable weather.
Travelling from within India, Patna connects to every metro by daily domestic flights and the railway network, so Rajgir slots easily into a wider Bihar itinerary.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the best time to visit Rajgir?
- The best time to visit Rajgir is October to March. Winter brings the Rajgir Mahotsav cultural festival (late October), comfortable hill walks (15–25°C) and clear views from the Vishwa Shanti Stupa. The Brahmakund hot springs are most enjoyable November–February.
- What are the top travel tips for Rajgir?
- Take the chairlift up Ratnagiri Hill to the Vishwa Shanti Stupa (built 1969 by Japanese Nipponzan-Myōhōji monks) — the queue is shortest at sunrise. Bathe at Brahmakund — separate enclosures for men and women, water is naturally 45°C. Visit Saptaparni Cave where the First Buddhist Council was held in 483 BCE; reach by a 1-km uphill walk from Vaibhava Hill.
- Where is Rajgir located?
- Rajgir is in Bihar, India, at 25.0269° N, 85.4198° E. The nearest major city and transport hub is Patna, about 69 km away.
- What are the best places to visit near Rajgir?
- Top attractions near Rajgir include Nalanda Mahavihara (about 12 km away), Mangalagauri Temple, Gaya (about 51 km away), Mahabodhi Temple, Bodh Gaya (about 57 km away) — all easy to combine on a Bihar trip.
- How to reach Rajgir from Kolkata?
- Rajgir is about 506 km from Kolkata. Options include Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹315, 9h 35m), Train (3AC) (~₹835, 8h 51m), Volvo AC Bus (~₹1,395, 9h 37m). The cheapest is usually Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹315) and the fastest is Train (3AC) (8h 51m). Fares are indicative — verify with the operator before booking.
- How to reach Rajgir from Lucknow?
- Rajgir is about 614 km from Lucknow. Options include Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹375, 11h 28m), Train (3AC) (~₹975, 10h 34m), Volvo AC Bus (~₹1,675, 11h 33m). The cheapest is usually Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹375) and the fastest is Train (3AC) (10h 34m). Fares are indicative — verify with the operator before booking.
- How to reach Rajgir from Delhi?
- Rajgir is about 1134 km from Delhi. Options include Train (3AC) (~₹1,650, 18h 53m), Train (2AC) (~₹2,390, 18h 53m), Volvo AC Bus (~₹3,025, 21h 1m). The cheapest is usually Train (3AC) (~₹1,650) and the fastest is Flight (Economy) (4h 9m). Fares are indicative — verify with the operator before booking.
