What is the exact distance from Ayodhya to Chitrakoot by road?

The road distance from Ayodhya to Chitrakoot is 272 km via the NH-330A corridor (passing Sultanpur, Pratapgarh, and Manikpur). By private car or taxi, it takes approximately 5.5 to 6.5 hours.

Can I visit Nandigram (Bharat Kund) as a day trip from Ayodhya?

Yes. Nandigram is just 22 km south of Ayodhya along NH-330. A round-trip auto-rickshaw costs ₹400–₹600 (including 1 hour waiting time) and the entire visit takes only 2 to 3 hours.

How to travel from Ayodhya to Varanasi easily?

The fastest and most comfortable way is the direct Vande Bharat Express or Intercity trains from Ayodhya Dham to Varanasi Junction (taking 3 to 3.5 hours). Private AC taxis take around 4.5 hours via the 4-lane highway.

What is the distance between Ayodhya and Prayagraj Triveni Sangam?

Ayodhya to Prayagraj is 165 km via NH-330. Driving time is approximately 3.5 hours, making it an easy same-day return pilgrimage trip.

Regional Pilgrimage Circuits

Ayodhya Day Trips & Corridors

Explore sacred Ramayana teerths within easy reach of Ayodhya: Chitrakoot, Bharat Kund, Prayagraj Sangam, and Kashi.

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Ramayana Epic Circuit

Chitrakoot Dham (Exile Forest Teerth)

272 km

~5.5 – 6.5 Hours

The sacred forest where Lord Rama, Mata Sita, and Lakshmana spent 11.5 of their 14 exile years.

Highway Route: NH-330A (via Sultanpur, Pratapgarh, Manikpur)

Key Shrines & Highlights:

Ramghat on Mandakini RiverKamadgiri Hill Parikrama (5 km)Gupt Godavari CavesHanuman DharaSati Anusuya Ashram

Cab / Auto Tariff:

• Cab: ₹3,800 – ₹5,600 (Full-day taxi package)

Train / Public Transit:

Direct passenger trains connect Ayodhya Cantt to Manikpur / Chitrakoot (6–7 hrs)

⏱️ Recommended Time: Full Day / 1 Night Halt RecommendedCalculate Exact Fare to Chitrakoot

Must-Visit Half Day Trip

Nandigram (Bharat Kund)

22 km

~35 – 45 Minutes

Where Lord Rama's brother Bharat ruled as ascetic caretaker, placing Rama's wooden sandals (Charan Paduka) on the throne.

Highway Route: NH-330 (Sultanpur/Prayagraj Road)

Key Shrines & Highlights:

Sacred Bharat Kund ReservoirBharat Mandir (Charan Paduka)Hanuman Milan MandirRishi Shringi Ashram

Cab / Auto Tariff:

• Cab: ₹900 – ₹1,400 (Private AC cab)

• Auto: ₹400 – ₹600 (Round-trip with 1-hr wait)

Train / Public Transit:

Local passenger trains to Bharatkund Railway Station (BKO)

⏱️ Recommended Time: 2 – 3 Hours TotalCalculate Exact Fare to Nandigram

Sangam Teerth Corridor

Prayagraj (Triveni Sangam)

165 km

~3.5 – 4.0 Hours

The holy confluence of Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati visited by Lord Rama during exile to meet sage Bharadwaja.

Highway Route: NH-330 4-Lane Highway (via Pratapgarh)

Key Shrines & Highlights:

Triveni Sangam Holy SnanBade Hanuman Ji Mandir (Reclining)AkshayavatAlopi Devi ShaktipeethAnand Bhavan

Cab / Auto Tariff:

• Cab: ₹2,600 – ₹3,900 (One-way / Round-trip package)

Train / Public Transit:

Vande Bharat & Express trains from Ayodhya Dham to Prayagraj Jn (2.5–3.5 hrs)

⏱️ Recommended Time: 1 Full DayCalculate Exact Fare to Prayagraj

Ram-Shiva Circuit

Varanasi (Kashi Vishwanath)

219 km

~4.5 – 5.0 Hours

The eternal City of Light; combined with Ayodhya to complete the holy Ram-Shiva pilgrimage circuit.

Highway Route: NH-330 -> NH-31 (via Sultanpur / Jaunpur)

Key Shrines & Highlights:

Kashi Vishwanath Jyotirlinga TempleDashashwamedh Ghat Evening Ganga AartiManikarnika GhatSarnath Buddhist StupaNamo Ghat

Cab / Auto Tariff:

• Cab: ₹3,400 – ₹4,800 (One-way AC drop)

Train / Public Transit:

Direct Vande Bharat & Superfast expresses from Ayodhya Dham (3–4 hrs)

⏱️ Recommended Time: 1 – 2 DaysCalculate Exact Fare to Varanasi

Birth Legend Teerth

Makhaura Dham (Makhbhumi)

18 km

~30 – 40 Minutes

The ancient site where King Dashrath performed the Putrakameshti Yajna with Sage Rishyashringa, leading to the birth of Rama, Bharata, Lakshmana, and Shatrughna.

Highway Route: Ayodhya–Basti Road (Manorama River)

Key Shrines & Highlights:

Putrakameshti Yajna KundaRam Janaki TempleManorama River Ghat

Cab / Auto Tariff:

• Cab: ₹800 – ₹1,200 (AC Cab)

• Auto: ₹350 – ₹500 (Round-trip auto)

Train / Public Transit:

Local road transport recommended

⏱️ Recommended Time: 2 HoursCalculate Exact Fare to Makhaura

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