Cities Near Rajgir
Cities near Rajgir, India: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Nawāda, Bihār Sharīf, Jahānābād. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Rajgir, India is Nawāda, about 12 mi (20 km) away — roughly 42 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nawāda | 12 mi / 20 km | 42 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Bihār Sharīf | 14 mi / 22 km | 26 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Jahānābād | 30 mi / 48 km | 58 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Gaya | 31 mi / 49 km | 59 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Masaurhi Buzurg | 33 mi / 53 km | 59 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Mokameh | 40 mi / 65 km | 1 hr 12 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Bagaha | 41 mi / 66 km | 1 hr 14 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Jumri Tilaiyā | 42 mi / 67 km | 1 hr 15 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Patna | 43 mi / 69 km | 1 hr 17 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Luckeesarai | 43 mi / 70 km | 1 hr 18 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Rajgir
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Nawāda, Bihār Sharīf, Jahānābād, Gaya, Masaurhi Buzurg. 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 Rajgir include Nawāda, Bihār Sharīf, Jahānābād, Gaya, Masaurhi Buzurg. The closest is Nawāda, about 12 miles (20 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.