Cities Near Nalanda
Cities near Nalanda, India: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Bihār Sharīf, Nawāda, Jahānābād. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Nalanda, India is Bihār Sharīf, about 7 mi (11 km) away — roughly 23 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bihār Sharīf | 7 mi / 11 km | 23 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Nawāda | 18 mi / 29 km | 35 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Jahānābād | 29 mi / 47 km | 56 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Masaurhi Buzurg | 30 mi / 48 km | 58 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Mokameh | 35 mi / 56 km | 1 hr 3 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Gaya | 36 mi / 58 km | 1 hr 5 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Patna | 37 mi / 60 km | 1 hr 6 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Hājīpur | 41 mi / 65 km | 1 hr 13 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Luckeesarai | 41 mi / 66 km | 1 hr 13 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Begusarai | 47 mi / 76 km | 1 hr 25 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Nalanda
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Bihār Sharīf, Nawāda, Jahānābād, Masaurhi Buzurg, Mokameh. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Nalanda include Bihār Sharīf, Nawāda, Jahānābād, Masaurhi Buzurg, Mokameh. The closest is Bihār Sharīf, about 7 miles (11 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.