Key hubs
Prayagraj airport and railway station
- Airport
- Prayagraj Airport (Bamrauli) is small; Varanasi Airport (about 3 hours by road) and Lucknow Airport (about 4.5 hours) are larger alternatives
- Railway station
- Prayagraj Junction (PYG, formerly Allahabad) is the main station, centrally located; several express and local trains stop here
- Getting around
- A private car and driver is easiest for temples, forts and gardens; autos and app cabs work in the city centre. The river can be crossed by ferry from the main ghats.
How to reach Prayagraj by air
Prayagraj's own airport handles limited domestic flights; Lucknow and Varanasi, a few hours away by road, offer more options.
How to reach Prayagraj by train
Prayagraj Junction (formerly Allahabad) is the main station, centrally located, with frequent express and local trains.
How to reach Prayagraj by road
National highways connect Prayagraj to Lucknow, Varanasi and Kanpur, with regular bus and taxi services.
Getting around Prayagraj
A private car and driver suits temples, forts and gardens; autos and app cabs work well in the city centre, and ferries cross the river from the main ghats.
For parents and senior travellers
Easy transfers to and in Prayagraj
- Hire a car and driver for the full duration. Allahabad is hot and distances between sights are manageable by car but tiring on foot.
- Carry water, a wide-brimmed hat, sunscreen and a walking stick. Wear light cotton clothes and slip-on shoes, as you may need to remove footwear at temples.
- Ask the airline or railway for wheelchair or porter assistance when you book, not on the day.
- Pre-book the pickup from the airport or station, so nobody has to negotiate with drivers after a long journey.
- Choose arrivals in daylight where you can, and keep the first afternoon free to rest.