In a bid to make Mahakumbh Yatra more accessible, the Bihar State Road Transport Corporation (BSRTC) has launched two new daily bus services between Patna and Prayagraj in Uttar Pradesh. The buses will particularly be helpful for pilgrims attending the Mahakumbh Mela. The special bus service started on Friday, and it will continue until February 28, 2025. The prime motive behind this is to improve connectivity and make travel easier for those travelling for Mahakumbh religious bath.

Let’s find out more about this:

Schedule and Route: The buses have a seating capacity of 42. The route will go through Ara, Mohaniya, and Varanasi and reach Prayagraj. The buses will depart from two locations in Patna—Bankipur and Gandhi Maidan stands.

Timings:
Patna to Prayagraj will depart at 8:30 PM and reach at 4 AM the following morning.
Prayagraj to Patna will leave at 10 PM and reach Patna by 5 AM.

Ticket Price: INR 550 per passenger

How to book

Tickets can be booked at the Bankipur bus stand counter, offering convenient access for passengers from Patna to Prayagraj or vice versa.

About Mahakumbh Mela

The Mahakumbh Mela is among the largest spiritual gatherings in the world. The fair attracts millions of devotees who come to bathe in the sacred rivers. Due to the massive crowds, Prayagraj experiences severe traffic congestion, and the city has been declared a no-vehicle zone during the event to manage the situation. This new bus service is expected to alleviate some of these travel challenges by offering a dedicated and reliable transport option for pilgrims.

As per reports, the festival is expected to attract some 45 crore devotees in 45 days! It is one of the largest religious gatherings that happens once in a lifetime that is attracting devotees and visitors from across the globe.

With the introduction of this service, BSRTC hopes to ease the travel burden on visitors, ensuring they can participate in the Mahakumbh Mela without the hassle of navigating crowded roads. This initiative is part of an effort to provide efficient and hassle-free transportation during one of the most significant spiritual events in India.