Patna: Bihar State Road Transport Corporation (BSRTC) on Friday launched a bus facility between Patna and Prayagraj.
The BSRTC buses will depart from Patna at 8:30 PM and reach Prayagraj at 4:00 AM the following morning. The return service from Prayagraj will leave at 10:00 PM and reach Patna by 5:00 AM. The service will run until February 28, 2025.
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Transport secretary Sanjay Kumar Agarwal said, “Two buses will ply on Patna-Prayagraj route on a daily basis to facilitate the devotees reaching their destination to Mahakumbh”. He said that this initiative was introduced to provide a safe, economical, and comfortable travel experience for passengers commuting between the two cities.
He pointed out that the new buses are a part of BSRTC’s ongoing efforts to improve public transport services and ensure high-quality, reliable travel for the people of Bihar. “The buses will travel via Arrah, Mohania, and Varanasi, making it an easier and more convenient journey for passengers. The fare for the one-way trip is ₹550, and passengers can book tickets at the Bankipur Bus Stand in Patna. For round-trip bookings, passengers have the option to secure tickets for both directions at once,” added the secretary.
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According to BSRTC officials, the two buses are equipped with 42 seats each, catering to the needs of a large number of passengers. For further ticket information, passengers can contact 9576270194 or 8294042679. The bus facility will be available from January 31, 2025 to February 28, 2025.
About Mahakumbh
Prayagraj is among the largest cities of Uttar Pradesh and situated at the confluence of three rivers- Ganga, Yamuna and the invisible Saraswati. The 2025 Maha Kumbh Mela is special because it occurs after a unique celestial alignment that happens once every 144 years. The last time this alignment occurred was in 1881. Prayagraj commenced Mahakumbh Mela 2025 on January 13 which will conclude on February 26.
