Cities Near Sarnath
Cities near Sarnath, India: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Mughal Sarāi, Bhadohi, Mirzāpur. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Sarnath, India is Mughal Sarāi, about 9 mi (14 km) away — roughly 30 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mughal Sarāi | 9 mi / 14 km | 30 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Bhadohi | 29 mi / 46 km | 56 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Mirzāpur | 33 mi / 54 km | 1 hr | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Jaunpur | 34 mi / 54 km | 1 hr | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Ghazīpur | 37 mi / 60 km | 1 hr 7 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Azamgarh | 48 mi / 78 km | 1 hr 27 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Mau | 51 mi / 82 km | 1 hr 31 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Buxar | 61 mi / 98 km | 1 hr 49 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Obra | 67 mi / 107 km | 1 hr 59 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Dumraon | 71 mi / 114 km | 2 hr 7 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
Day trips from Sarnath
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Mughal Sarāi, Bhadohi, Mirzāpur, Jaunpur, Ghazīpur. 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 Sarnath include Mughal Sarāi, Bhadohi, Mirzāpur, Jaunpur, Ghazīpur. The closest is Mughal Sarāi, about 9 miles (14 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.