The Ayodhya to Prayagraj distance is approximately 164-170 km by road via NH-330, taking 3.5 to 4.5 hours. Taxi fare for a sedan is ₹2,500-₹3,000 and an SUV is ₹3,500-₹4,999. UPSRTC buses cover the route in 4 hours at ₹300-₹1,999. Direct trains take approximately 5.5 hours. Shringverpur – a sacred Ramayana site – is located near the Prayagraj approach on this road. Experience My India arranges Ayodhya packages from ₹1,999. WhatsApp +91-7302265809.
Two of India’s Most Sacred Cities – 164 Kilometres Apart
Ayodhya and Prayagraj are two of Uttar Pradesh’s five most significant pilgrimage cities and they sit on the same east-west axis along the Ganga plain. Ayodhya is the birthplace of Lord Ram. Prayagraj (Allahabad) is the Triveni Sangam – the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna and mythical Saraswati rivers – one of Hinduism’s holiest pilgrimage sites and the host city of the Kumbh Mela.
At approximately 164-170 km, the Ayodhya to Prayagraj journey by road takes 3.5 to 4.5 hours – a manageable day trip in both directions. Most pilgrims who visit both cities either treat Prayagraj as a 3.5-hour day trip from Ayodhya or combine both as part of the larger East UP pilgrimage circuit with Varanasi.
I am Gurudutt, born and raised in Braj Bhoomi and founder of Experience My India. Since 2018, our team has guided over 50,000 pilgrims through Uttar Pradesh’s sacred cities. This guide gives you verified distances, travel times and taxi fares for the Ayodhya-Prayagraj connection.
Distance Overview – All Modes at a Glance
| Mode | Distance | Travel Time | Approx Cost | Best For |
| Private Cab / Car via NH-330 | 164-170 km | 3.5 – 4.5 hours | ₹2,500 – ₹4,999 | Families; door-to-door |
| UPSRTC / Private Bus | 164-170 km | 4 – 5 hours | ₹300 – ₹1,999 | Budget travelers |
| Train (direct) | 185-200 km (rail) | 5 – 5.5 hours | ₹150 – ₹1,000 | Budget; overnight alternative |
| Auto / Shared Cab (not ideal) | 164-170 km | Variable | ₹500-₹1,500 per person shared | Very budget; not recommended for families |
Experience My India recommends private cab for families and pilgrims with luggage and bus for solo budget travelers. Call +91-7302265809 for cab booking assistance.
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Travel by Road (Cab / Car)
The road is the most practical and commonly used mode for the Ayodhya to Prayagraj journey.
The Route – NH-330
Ayodhya → NH-330 → Faizabad → Sultanpur → Pratapgarh → Prayagraj
| Segment | Distance | Approx Time |
| Ayodhya → Sultanpur | 70 km | 1.5 hours |
| Sultanpur → Pratapgarh | 55 km | 1 – 1.5 hours |
| Pratapgarh → Prayagraj | 40 km | 1 hour |
| Total | 164-170 km | 3.5 – 4.5 hours |
Road quality: NH-330 is a national highway – 2 to 4 lanes, generally good condition. During festival seasons (Ram Navami in Ayodhya, Magh Mela / Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj), expect additional traffic near both city entry/exit points adding 30-60 minutes to the journey.
Shringverpur: Approximately 20 km from Prayagraj on the approach from Ayodhya lies Shringverpur – the sacred Ramayana site where Lord Ram, Sita and Laxman are believed to have crossed the Ganga River at the beginning of their 14-year exile. This is a natural and meaningful pilgrimage stop for Ayodhya visitors continuing to Prayagraj. Experience My India includes Shringverpur in the cab route on request. WhatsApp +91-7302265809.
Taxi Fare Guide – Ayodhya to Prayagraj
| Vehicle Type | Approx One-Way Fare | Passengers | Notes |
| Hatchback / Sedan (Dzire, Etios) | ₹2,500 – ₹3,000 | Up to 4 | Most popular for small groups |
| SUV (Ertiga) | ₹3,000 – ₹3,800 | Up to 7 | Good for families with luggage |
| Innova Crysta | ₹3,500 – ₹4,999 | Up to 7 | Comfortable; premium cab |
Festival period surcharge: During Magh Mela and Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj or during Ram Navami in Ayodhya, cab fares increase 20-40%. Book 2-4 weeks ahead for these periods. Experience My India pre-books cabs at confirmed rates. Call +91-7302265809.
Round-trip note: A day-trip from Ayodhya to Prayagraj and back in the same vehicle typically costs ₹4,999-₹7,000 depending on waiting time at Prayagraj (₹100-₹200 per hour waiting charge). View Our 3 Days Ayodhya Prayagraj Tour
Travel by Bus
UPSRTC (Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation) and private bus operators run frequent services between Ayodhya / Faizabad and Prayagraj.
| Detail | Information |
| Operators | UPSRTC (state buses) + private AC and non-AC operators |
| Departure points | Faizabad Bus Stand (adjacent to Ayodhya) + Ayodhya Bus Stand |
| Arrival point | Prayagraj Bus Stand (Civil Lines or Allahabad Junction approach) |
| Travel time | 4 – 5 hours |
| Fares | ₹300 – ₹600 (UPSRTC / non-AC) · ₹700 – ₹1,999 (private AC bus) |
| Frequency | Multiple departures daily; early morning (6-8 AM) and mid-morning departures are most common |
| Booking | At bus stand on the day; redBus for private operators |
Bus recommendation: The bus is a practical option for solo travelers or couples traveling light. The Faizabad Bus Stand is approximately 2 km from Ayodhya’s main pilgrimage area – reach it by e-rickshaw (₹30-₹50). Experience My India advises pilgrims with luggage or elderly family members to use a private cab rather than a bus for this journey. WhatsApp +91-7302265809. View Our 7 Days Uttar Pradesh Sacred Circuit Tour
Travel by Train
Direct trains connect Ayodhya / Faizabad to Prayagraj, though the journey by rail is longer than by road.
| Detail | Information |
| Route | Ayodhya / Faizabad stations to Prayagraj Junction (or Prayagraj Rambagh) |
| Travel time | 5 – 5.5 hours |
| Fare | Sleeper ₹150-₹250; AC 3-Tier ₹500-₹1,000 |
| When to use | Budget travel where time is not a constraint |
Important: The road (3.5-4.5 hours) is significantly faster than the train (5-5.5 hours) on this route. For day-trip planning, the cab or bus is more practical than the train. The train is useful only when cab availability is limited during peak festival periods or for pilgrims who prefer train travel regardless of time. Experience My India recommends checking IRCTC for current train availability. Call +91-7302265809 for coordination. 3 Days Ayodhya Varanasi Prayagraj Tour Package
Shringverpur – The Sacred Stop En Route
Approximately 20 km from Prayagraj, on the approach road from Ayodhya and Pratapgarh, lies Shringverpur – one of the most significant yet undervisited Ramayana sites in Uttar Pradesh.
This is the identified spot where Lord Ram, Sita and Laxman crossed the Ganga River at the start of their 14-year exile from Ayodhya. The Nishad (boatman) community’s Raja Guha – Lord Ram’s devoted friend – is said to have helped them cross the river at this point.
| Detail | Information |
| Location | 20 km from Prayagraj on NH-330 approach |
| Significance | Ramayana site – Ram’s Ganga crossing at the start of exile |
| Primary site | Shringi Rishi Ashram + Ganga ghat |
| Entry | Free |
| Time needed | 30-45 minutes |
For Ayodhya pilgrims traveling to Prayagraj by road, Shringverpur is a natural addition – the cab drive passes very near the site. Experience My India includes Shringverpur in the route for all guided Ayodhya-Prayagraj journeys. WhatsApp +91-7302265809 to add it to your itinerary.
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The UP Pilgrim Circuit – Ayodhya + Prayagraj + Varanasi
The three cities of Ayodhya, Prayagraj and Varanasi are connected by road along the same east-west pilgrimage axis – and form the most significant pilgrimage circuit in eastern Uttar Pradesh.
| Route | Distance | Travel Time |
| Ayodhya → Prayagraj | 164-170 km | 3.5 – 4.5 hours |
| Prayagraj → Varanasi | 120 km | 2.5 – 3 hours |
| Varanasi → Ayodhya (return) | 200 km | 4 – 5 hours |
| Total circuit | 490-500 km | 10-12 hours of driving |
The complete total: Varanasi → Prayagraj → Ayodhya (one way without doubling back) is approximately 315-320 km, covered in 6.5-8 hours of driving. This is the most common East UP pilgrimage circuit sequence – Varanasi first, then Prayagraj (2.5-3 hours west), then Ayodhya (3.5-4 hours north).
Experience My India’s East UP pilgrimage circuit covers all three cities in a guided 4-5 day package. Call +91-7302265809 for the complete itinerary.
Best Time to Travel from Ayodhya to Prayagraj
| Season | Conditions | Festival | Verdict |
| October – March | 5°C – 28°C; dry roads | Ram Navami (Mar/Apr) | ✅ Best season |
| Magh Mela (Prayagraj) | Jan-Feb 2026 | Major sacred dip period | ✅ Go – but book 1 month ahead; NH-330 congested |
| Ram Navami (Ayodhya) | Late March/April 2026 | Huge Ayodhya crowds | ✅ Go – Prayagraj add-on on a separate day |
| Summer | 38°C – 47°C | – | ⚠️ Travel before 9 AM; depart 5-6 AM |
| Monsoon | 27°C – 35°C | – | ⚠️ NH-330 generally fine; local roads near Pratapgarh can flood |
Experience My India’s guidance: October-February is the best window for the Ayodhya-Prayagraj connection. The combination of Ram Navami (Ayodhya) and Magh Mela (Prayagraj) in the same February-April window makes careful sequencing important. Call +91-7302265809 for season-specific advice. View Our 5 Days Varanasi Ayodhya Prayagraj Tour Package
Is Ola Available in Ayodhya?
This is one of the most frequently searched questions for Ayodhya transport planning.
As of May 2026: Ola and Uber have limited availability in Ayodhya compared to larger cities like Lucknow or Varanasi. Coverage exists for some routes but is inconsistent – particularly for outstation travel like the Ayodhya → Prayagraj route.
What to use instead:
- Pre-booked outstation cab: More reliable than app-based cabs for 164 km routes. Experience My India pre-books confirmed-rate outstation cabs. Call +91-7302265809.
- Local Ayodhya car rental: Several local operators at Ayodhya Dham Station and near Ram Mandir offer outstation cabs at fixed per-km rates.
- UPSRTC bus: Reliable for the route; departs from Faizabad Bus Stand (2 km from main Ayodhya area).
Experience My India pre-books all outstation cabs for Ayodhya guests at confirmed rates – no surprise surge pricing. WhatsApp +91-7302265809 for Ayodhya → Prayagraj cab booking.
Ground Truth – What Nobody Tells You About This Journey
After guiding 50,000+ pilgrims through Uttar Pradesh since 2018, here is what Experience My India knows about the Ayodhya to Prayagraj journey that most travel guides skip:
The 164 km distance can stretch to 4.5+ hours during festival season near either city. NH-330 is a good road, but both Ayodhya (Ram Navami, Deepotsav) and Prayagraj (Magh Mela, Kumbh) are major pilgrimage event cities. When festivals overlap – particularly in January-February – the road between them sees dramatically increased traffic on both the Ayodhya and Prayagraj ends. Budget an extra hour in these periods.
Shringverpur is almost always skipped and almost always regretted. The 20 km detour off the direct Prayagraj approach adds 45 minutes to the journey and gives pilgrims who have just completed Ayodhya a second major Ramayana site – the specific point where Ram’s exile from Ayodhya materially began. It is on the way; passing it without stopping is a missed opportunity.
Prayagraj’s Triveni Sangam requires planning for the ghat access. Many first-time visitors arrive in Prayagraj without knowing that reaching the Sangam (the actual river confluence) requires either a boat ride or a specific ghat approach – you cannot drive to the exact point where the rivers meet. Plan 3-4 hours in Prayagraj minimum for the Sangam boat ride and the main sites.
The round-trip same-day cab from Ayodhya to Prayagraj and back works, but is tiring. The 7-9 hour total (3.5-4.5 hrs each way + 2-3 hrs in Prayagraj) is feasible but leaves little margin. Experience My India recommends 2 days minimum for combining Ayodhya and Prayagraj – one night in Ayodhya, then drive to Prayagraj for the Sangam, overnight in Prayagraj and continue to Varanasi (120 km) the next day.
Know Before You Travel – Ayodhya to Prayagraj
- Distance: 164-170 km via NH-330 (through Sultanpur and Pratapgarh)
- Road travel time: 3.5-4.5 hours (add 60 min during festival peaks)
- Taxi fare: ₹2,500-₹3,000 sedan; ₹3,500-₹4,999 SUV
- Bus: UPSRTC from Faizabad Bus Stand; ₹300-₹1,999; 4-5 hours
- Train: 5-5.5 hours (slower than road) – not recommended for day trips
- Shringverpur is 20 km from Prayagraj on the NH-330 approach – add 45 minutes for this Ramayana sacred stop
- Ola / Uber availability is limited in Ayodhya for outstation routes – pre-book through a local operator or Experience My India
- Prayagraj Sangam requires a boat – plan 3-4 hours at Prayagraj for the complete visit
- Experience My India arranges the complete Ayodhya → Shringverpur → Prayagraj sequence. WhatsApp +91-7302265809.
Frequently Asked Questions – Ayodhya to Prayagraj Distance
A one-way taxi from Ayodhya to Prayagraj costs approximately ₹2,500-₹3,000 for a hatchback or sedan (Dzire, Etios – up to 4 passengers) and ₹3,500-₹4,999 for an SUV (Ertiga, Innova – up to 7 passengers). A round-trip same-day cab covering both directions plus 2-3 hours waiting in Prayagraj typically costs ₹4,999-₹7,000. During festival peaks (Magh Mela, Ram Navami), fares may be 20-30% higher. Experience My India pre-books confirmed-rate cabs. Call +91-7302265809.
The road distance from Ayodhya to Prayagraj is approximately 164 to 170 km via the main route – NH-330 through Faizabad, Sultanpur and Pratapgarh. Travel time is 3.5 to 4.5 hours under normal traffic. During festival seasons at either city, add 30-60 minutes. The return journey (Prayagraj to Ayodhya) covers the same road in the same direction reversed. Experience My India arranges the cab for both directions. WhatsApp +91-7302265809.
As of May 2026, Ola and Uber have limited availability in Ayodhya – particularly for outstation routes like the 164 km Ayodhya to Prayagraj journey. App-based cab coverage in Ayodhya is inconsistent compared to Lucknow or Varanasi. Experience My India recommends pre-booking a local outstation cab at a confirmed fixed rate rather than relying on app-based services for this distance. Experience My India pre-books all Ayodhya outstation cabs for guests. Call +91-7302265809.
The East UP pilgrimage circuit distances are: Varanasi (Kashi) to Prayagraj is approximately 120 km (2.5-3 hours); Prayagraj to Ayodhya is approximately 164-170 km (3.5-4.5 hours); Ayodhya back to Varanasi (if completing the circuit) is approximately 200 km (4-5 hours). Varanasi → Prayagraj → Ayodhya in one direction (without doubling back) totals approximately 315-320 km. Experience My India covers this full East UP circuit in a 4-5 day package. WhatsApp +91-7302265809.
Yes – the 164 km journey takes 3.5-4.5 hours each way, making a day trip feasible if you depart by 7:00-8:00 AM and allow 3 hours in Prayagraj for the Triveni Sangam boat ride and main sites. A round-trip cab costs ₹4,999-₹7,000. Experience My India recommends adding Shringverpur (20 km from Prayagraj) as a Ramayana stop on the way. For a more relaxed visit, 2 days with an overnight in Prayagraj is better. Call +91-7302265809 for cab booking.
Shringverpur is a sacred Ramayana site approximately 20 km from Prayagraj on the Ayodhya approach road, identified as the place where Lord Ram, Sita and Laxman crossed the Ganga River at the beginning of their 14-year exile. It is the first major Ramayana sacred site after Ayodhya’s city limits and is directly on the NH-330 approach. A stop of 30-45 minutes adds minimal time to the Ayodhya-Prayagraj journey and gives pilgrims a second significant Ramayana site. Experience My India includes it on all guided routes. WhatsApp +91-7302265809.
UPSRTC state buses operate from Faizabad Bus Stand (approximately 2 km from Ayodhya’s main pilgrimage area, reachable by e-rickshaw for ₹30-₹50). Buses run throughout the day and take 4-5 hours to Prayagraj, with fares of ₹300-₹600 for non-AC and ₹700-₹1,999 for AC private buses. Private sleeper buses also operate via redBus. The bus is recommended for solo budget travelers; families with luggage or elderly pilgrims should use a private cab. Experience My India can arrange either option. Call +91-7302265809.
The best route is via NH-330 – the most direct and well-maintained road from Ayodhya through Faizabad, Sultanpur and Pratapgarh to Prayagraj, covering approximately 164-170 km in 3.5-4.5 hours. This route passes near Shringverpur (20 km from Prayagraj), a significant Ramayana sacred site worth a 30-45 minute stop. Alternative routes add distance without meaningfully improving road quality or time. Experience My India uses NH-330 for all Ayodhya-Prayagraj cab transfers. WhatsApp +91-7302265809.
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