How to Reach Konark Sun Temple
ॐ सूर्याय नमः - कोणार्क कैसे पहुँचें
By air, train and road, with distances and simple tips.
Konark has no airport and no railway station of its own. The nearest airport is Biju Patnaik International Airport in Bhubaneswar, and the nearest railway station is Puri. From either city you finish the trip by road. The roads are good, and a taxi ride is the easiest way. This page explains each option step by step.
This is Page 4 of our 6-page Konark guide. For tickets and timings, see Page 2.
Rail news: A 32 km Puri to Konark rail line was sanctioned in February 2024. A May 2026 report says land acquisition is under way and gives no opening date. Until it opens, plan for road travel from Puri.
Quick Facts
संक्षेप में
Distances at a glance
| Nearest airport | Biju Patnaik International Airport, Bhubaneswar (BBI). About 65 km by road. |
| Nearest railway station | Puri (PURI). About 35 km by road. Bhubaneswar (BBS) is bigger and about 65 km away. |
| From Puri | About 35 km, usually about 1 hour by road |
| From Bhubaneswar | About 65 km, roughly 1.5 hours depending on traffic |
| Road | Take the coast road from Puri (Marine Drive) or the Bhubaneswar to Konark road |
| Last mile | Auto-rickshaw or taxi to the temple gate |
By Air
हवाई मार्ग
Fly to Bhubaneswar
Biju Patnaik Airport has regular flights from major Indian cities. Typical non-stop flight times are: Delhi about 2 hours, Mumbai about 2 hours 15 minutes, Kolkata about 1 hour, Bengaluru about 1 hour 45 minutes, Hyderabad about 1 hour 30 minutes, and Chennai about 1 hour 45 minutes. Schedules and airlines change often, so check a flight search tool for your date.
From the airport, take a prepaid taxi or an app cab to Konark. Ask the fare before you start and keep the receipt. If you plan to stay in Puri, the airport to Puri drive is also about 1 to 1.5 hours.
By Train
रेल मार्ग
Train to Puri or Bhubaneswar
Puri is the closest railway station and many travellers choose it because it is also the best base for Konark. Bhubaneswar has more trains. Check IRCTC for times and booking, as trains and seat availability change.
| Train (examples) | From | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Purushottam Express (Puri to New Delhi) | New Delhi and Puri | Long overnight journey. Check IRCTC for days and timings. |
| Howrah to Puri Shatabdi | Kolkata (Howrah) and Puri | Day train. Check days and timings on IRCTC. |
| Other trains | Mumbai, Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad and more | Many go to Puri or to Bhubaneswar. Use IRCTC to filter. |
Train numbers, days and durations change. The examples above are only to show you the main links. Always check IRCTC for the exact train and your travel date.
From Puri station to Konark
- Taxi or cab: the simplest option, takes about 1 hour. Agree on the fare first.
- Bus: government and private buses run between Puri and Konark during the day. Ask at the Puri bus stand for the next one.
- Shared auto or jeep: cheaper but slower. Not the best choice with luggage.
- Bike or scooter hire: popular for the coast road. Carry a valid driving licence and ride carefully.
By Road
सड़क मार्ग
Distances and routes
| From | Distance | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Puri | About 35 km | Marine Drive along the sea |
| Bhubaneswar | About 65 km | Good road, expect traffic near the city |
| Cuttack | About 90 km | Via Bhubaneswar |
| Kolkata | About 500 km or more | Possible by car, but most travellers use train or flight |
Buses to Konark run from Puri and Bhubaneswar. Odisha Tourism (OTDC) also offers tour packages from time to time. Check odishatourism.gov.in for current plans and prices.
Getting Around Konark
कोणार्क में घूमना
Short distances, simple options
The Sun Temple, the museum and Chandrabhaga Beach are close to each other. Many travellers hire a taxi from Puri for the full day and ask the driver to wait. If you come by bus, auto-rickshaws near the gate can take you around. Do not count on app cabs being available in Konark town. Keep the number of your driver or hotel.
Where to Stay
कहाँ ठहरें
Konark, Puri or Bhubaneswar
| Base | Distance to Konark | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Konark town | Close | Sunrise visits and the light show. Fewer hotel choices. |
| Puri | About 35 km | Best all-round base: many hotels, beach and Jagannath darshan |
| Bhubaneswar | About 65 km | Airport access, city temples, business hotels |
Travel tips: In the Konark Festival week (1 to 5 December 2026) rooms get scarce, so book early. In the monsoon check the weather before you travel. Carry some cash for small shops.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers
Is there a railway station at Konark?
Which is the nearest airport to Konark?
How far is Konark from Puri?
Is a day trip to Konark from Puri possible?
Can I go from Bhubaneswar to Konark by bus?
Is it safe to travel to Konark at night?
Which is better: flying to Bhubaneswar or taking the train to Puri?
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Sources and further reading
- ASI Must See Monuments: Sun Temple, Konark (asimustsee.nic.in)
- OdishaBytes, 18 May 2026: report on the Puri-Konark rail line project (odishabytes.com)
- IRCTC (irctc.co.in) for trains
- Airports Authority of India: Biju Patnaik International Airport (aai.aero)
- Odisha Tourism (odishatourism.gov.in)
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