How To Reach Prayagraj For Mahakumbh Mela 2025?

The Mahakumbh Mela is one of the largest spiritual gatherings in the world; it’s a spiritual phenomenon that draws millions of devotees, seekers, and tourists to the holy city of Prayagraj every 12 years. With only a few days remaining for the Mahakumbh Mela 2025, pilgrims have started planning to reach Prayagraj.

Read this comprehensive guide to explore how you can reach Prayagraj to experience the holy dip in the river Sangam.

The Prayagraj Airport (Bamrauli Airport) connects the city to major metros such as Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Ahmedabad, Jaipur, Lucknow, Bhubaneshwar, and Kolkata. In fact, during the Mahakumbh Mela, many special flights are often scheduled to accommodate the surge in visitors.

If you’re someone traveling from abroad, Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport in Varanasi, approximately 120 km away, serves as the nearest international airport. From there, you can take a direct taxi or bus to reach Prayagraj.

However, make sure you book your flights early, as ticket prices tend to jump closer to the Mela dates.

The Indian railways are another convenient choice for Prayagraj pilgrims. The city boasts well-connected railway stations such as Prayagraj Junction, Prayagraj Rambagh, and Prayagraj Chheoki. In fact, the Uttar Pradesh government has introduced 32 special trains during the Mahakumbh to handle the influx of passengers.

So, whether you're traveling from Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai, or Chennai, you can find multiple train options. Besides, trains such as the Prayagraj Express and the Vande Bharat Express are popular choices for their comfort.

Prayagraj is well-linked by a network of national and state highways. National Highways 19 and 35 are primary routes that connect Prayagraj to cities including Kanpur, Lucknow, and Varanasi. Furthermore, the state-run UPSRTC will operate nearly 7000 buses from all districts during the Mahakumbh Mela 2025.

State-run buses, private buses, and shared taxis are available for budget-friendly travel. Besides the Civil Lines and Zero Road bus stations located in Prayagraj, temporary bus stations have also been constructed in Naini, Jhunsi, and Phaphamau for effective transportation.

However, know that if the crowd increases during the main bathing festival. Buses will not be allowed entry in the city. Passengers will, however, be able to walk to the Mela Ground. On regular days, passengers traveling by buses will be allowed to reach the parking lot by passenger vehicles. In fact, the Uttar Pradesh government has arranged special shuttle services, electric rickshaws, and local buses to ferry visitors to the Mela grounds.

The Mahakumbh Mela 2025 occurring in Prayagraj is a rare occasion happening after 144 years. So what better occasion than this to plan your visit to Prayagraj? This experience is sure to enrich your soul truly. Get ready to immerse yourself in this divine odyssey.