How to Reach

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Puri is a major pilgrimage and beach destination in Odisha, well-connected by air, rail, and road. Here’s how you can reach Puri from different cities across India.

 By Air (Nearest Airport: Bhubaneswar - 60 km)

• Nearest Airport: Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI), Bhubaneswar ( 60 km from Puri).
• Flights Available: Direct flights from Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Chennai, Pune, and other major cities.
• Airport to Puri:
  ✅ Taxi / Cab: Takes 1.5 hours (Fare: ₹1000–₹1500).
  ✅ Bus: OSRTC & private buses run from Bhubaneswar Airport to Puri.
  ✅ Train: Take a train from Bhubaneswar Railway Station (nearest railhead) to Puri Junction (takes 1 hour).

 By Train (Best & Most Convenient Option)

Puri has a major railway station, well-connected to cities like Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Chennai, Bangalore, Ahmedabad, and Hyderabad.

 Puri Railway Station (PURI)

• Located in the heart of the city, just 2 km from Jagannath Temple & Puri Beach.
• Major Trains to Puri:
  ✅ Puri Express (New Delhi - Puri)
  ✅ Howrah-Puri Shatabdi Express (Kolkata - Puri)
  ✅ Jagannath Express (Mumbai - Puri)
  ✅ Chennai-Puri Express (Chennai - Puri)
  ✅ Yesvantpur-Puri Express (Bangalore - Puri)

 Bhubaneswar to Puri Train Options (Fastest Route)

• Puri Passenger Train (Takes 1 hour)
• Intercity Express (Takes 1 hour)

 Tip: Book train tickets in advance, especially during the Rath Yatra festival.

 By Road (NH-316 & NH-16)

Puri is well-connected by highways and frequent buses & taxis from nearby cities.

 Distance & Road Travel Time

 Bus Services to Puri

✅ From Bhubaneswar: Odisha State Road Transport Corporation (OSRTC) & private AC/non-AC buses available.
✅ From Kolkata: Overnight luxury sleeper buses available.
✅ From Ranchi, Raipur, and Vishakhapatnam: Private bus services available.

 Tip: Pre-book bus tickets online via RedBus, MakeMyTrip, or OSRTC website.

 By Private Taxi / Car

✅ Bhubaneswar to Puri by Car:

• Route: NH-316 via Pipili & Chandanpur
• Time: 1.5 hours
• Fare: ₹1200 - ₹2000 (for a private taxi)

✅ Kolkata to Puri by Road:

• Route: NH-16 → NH-316 (via Kharagpur, Balasore, Bhadrak, Cuttack, Bhubaneswar)
• Time: 9-10 hours
• Best Option: Self-drive car or rental cab.

 Local Transport in Puri

Once you reach Puri, you can explore the city using:
✅ Auto-rickshaws (Cheapest option)
✅ Cycle-rickshaws (For short distances)
✅ E-rickshaws (Eco-friendly option)
✅ Rental Scooters/Bikes (₹300–₹500 per day)
✅ Cabs/Taxis (For Konark, Chilika & nearby trips)

 Travel Tips:

✔️ Book flights & train tickets in advance, especially during Rath Yatra (June-July).
✔️ Avoid overnight road travel on highways due to heavy truck traffic.
✔️ Carry some cash, as digital payments may not be accepted in some areas.

 Train is the best option for budget-friendly & comfortable travel.
 Car/taxi is ideal for a scenic and flexible journey.
 Flight + cab is best for long-distance travelers.