Baidyanath Dham is well connected with major cities of India. It is quite close to tourist destinations of Eastern India.
How to reach Baidynath Dham Temple by Air
Deoghar doesn’t have an airport of its own. Nearest Airport to Baidyanath Dham is to Gaya Airport (250 KM) which is called Homage City of India.
Distance of Major Airports from Deoghar
| Airport |
Distance from Deoghar |
| Gaya Airport (GAY) |
250 KM |
Jai Prakash Narayan Internatioal
Airport, Patna (PAT) |
270 KM |
| Birsa Munda Airport, Ranchi (IXR) |
260 KM |
Deoghar is easily accessible by all means of transportation. It is well connected through domestic airports and major railway networks besides roads.
| Mode of Travel |
Details |
Nearest Access Point |
Approximate Distance to Temple |
Additional Notes |
| By Train |
Jasidih Junction (JSME) is the nearest major railway station, well-connected with major Indian cities. |
Jasidih Junction, Jharkhand |
7 km |
Auto-rickshaws, taxis, and shared jeeps available 24x7 from the station to the temple. |
| By Air |
Deoghar Airport (Domestic) is the closest. For international travelers, Ranchi or Patna Airport is recommended. |
Deoghar Airport (DGH) |
8 km |
Taxis are available outside the airport; limited flights operate, check schedule in advance. |
| By Road |
Well-connected by highways to Patna, Ranchi, Kolkata, and other cities. Buses and taxis frequently operate. |
Deoghar Bus Stand |
3–4 km |
Regular government and private buses available from nearby towns and cities. |
| From Patna |
Train to Jasidih (6 hours) or by road (approx. 270 km, 7 hours drive). |
Via NH 31 & SH 18 |
270 km |
Preferred route for North Bihar pilgrims. Trains are faster than road. |
| From Ranchi |
Road route preferred (approx. 250 km). Trains also available to Jasidih. |
Via NH 114A |
250 km |
Scenic route but time-consuming; travel during day recommended. |
| From Kolkata |
Direct trains to Jasidih or overnight buses to Deoghar. |
Via Howrah or Sealdah station |
350 km |
Advance booking advised for weekend travel. Overnight travel ideal. |
| Local Transport |
Auto-rickshaws, e-rickshaws, cycle rickshaws, and local taxis are widely available. |
Within Deoghar city |
1–5 km |
Minimum fare starts at ₹20. Shared options also available for pilgrims. |
How to reach Baidynath Dham by Train
Nearest Railway Station to Deoghar is Jasidih. All the major trains going to West Bengal passes from Deoghar. Deoghar is on Delhi Howrah railway line. One can reach Ranchi , Patna or Gaya Shatabdi/Rajdhani Express and catch local trains thereby to reach Baidyanath Dham Railway Station.
Jasidih is nearest railway station to Deoghar. You can take auto-rickshaw from Jasidih Railway Station to Baidyanath Dham.
How to reach Baidynath Dham Temple by Road:
Nearest Bus Stand from Deoghar is Dhanbad that falls in West Bengal. It is 86 KM away from Deoghar. Buses from Patna, Gaya and Ranchi regularly operates for Deoghar.
One can also hire private cabs from Patna/Gaya Airports/Railway Station to reach Deoghar.
People can choose means of transport according to their convenience and cost.