Kushinagar, Uttar Pradesh, India, is well-connected by air, rail, and road. Here’s how you can get there:
To Reach the City:
By Air:
Kushinagar International Airport (KBK) – 5 km from the city
- The newly built Kushinagar International Airport connects the city to major Indian and international destinations, especially Buddhist circuit countries like Thailand, Sri Lanka, and Japan.
- Regular flights operate to/from Delhi, Kolkata, and Mumbai.
Gorakhpur Airport (GOP) – 50 km away
- If no direct flight is available to Kushinagar, Gorakhpur Airport is the nearest alternative.
- Daily domestic flights from Delhi, Lucknow, Kolkata, and Mumbai.
- From Gorakhpur, you can reach Kushinagar by taxi (1.5 hours) or bus (2 hours).
By Rail:
Kushinagar does not has its own Railway station, but it has few railway stations which are very near to the city.
Gorakhpur Junction (GKP) – 50 km from Kushinagar
- Gorakhpur Junction is the major railway hub near Kushinagar.
- Well-connected to cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Varanasi, Lucknow, and Chennai.
- From Gorakhpur, you can hire a taxi (₹2,000-₹2,500) or take a bus (₹100-₹200) to Kushinagar.
Deoria Sadar Railway Station (DEOS) – 35 km away
- Another nearby railway station, but fewer train options compared to Gorakhpur.
By Road:
Kushinagar is well connected by National and State Highways, making it easily accessible by road.
From Major Cities:
- Gorakhpur to Kushinagar: 50 km (1.5 hours)
- Lucknow to Kushinagar: 320 km (6-7 hours)
- Varanasi to Kushinagar: 230 km (5-6 hours)
- Patna to Kushinagar: 215 km (5 hours)
Bus Services:
- Uttar Pradesh State Transport (UPSRTC) operates regular buses from Gorakhpur, Lucknow, and Varanasi.
- Private Volvo and AC Buses are available from Delhi, Patna, and other cities.
Taxi & Car Rental:
- Taxis are easily available from Gorakhpur, Lucknow, and Varanasi.
- If you’re planning a road trip, NH-27 and NH-28 offer smooth connectivity.