How to reach Ayodhya, India — by air, road, and rail

• Complete guide on how to reach Ayodhya, India — by air, road, and rail:

  ✈️ By Air (Flight to Ayodhya)

  1. Maharishi Valmiki International Airport, Ayodhya Dham (AYJ)

  Location: ~8–10 km from Ayodhya city center

  Status: Operational with direct flights from major cities Major Routes: Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Varanasi .

  Transport to City: Taxis, auto-rickshaws, and shuttle buses are available

  ✅ Best and fastest way to reach Ayodhya now with newly launched domestic airport service.

  🚆 By Train (Railway)

  2. Ayodhya Railway Station (AYD)

  Centrally located and connected to: Delhi Lucknow Varanasi Kanpur Prayagraj (Allahabad) Popular Trains: Ayodhya Express Saryu Express Faizabad Intercity Nearby Station: Faizabad Junction (FD) Only 7 km away Also well connected to rest of India

  🚉 Railway is a comfortable and economical option, especially for pilgrims.

  🛣️ By Road (Bus & Car)

  3. Road Network

  Well connected via National and State Highways: NH-27 (from Lucknow, Gorakhpur) NH-330 (from Prayagraj, Sultanpur)

  4. Buses

  Uttar Pradesh State Transport (UPSRTC) operates buses from:

  Lucknow (135 km / ~3.5 hrs) Varanasi (200 km / ~5 hrs) Gorakhpur (140 km / ~4 hrs) Prayagraj (160 km / ~4.5 hrs)

  5. Taxis & Cabs

  Easily available from all nearby cities and airports

  🚌 Road journeys are scenic and perfect for travelers exploring the spiritual belt of Uttar Pradesh.