The short answer
Ayodhya and Basti lie between Lucknow and Gorakhpur, so they connect easily to the Sunauli border and also to Janakpur on the Ramayan circuit. For Lumbini and Pokhara, travel via Gorakhpur to Sunauli. For Janakpur, many pilgrims travel via Bihar to Jaynagar or the Sitamarhi side.
These starting points suit pilgrims who combine Ayodhya darshan with Janakpur and Lumbini. Allow extra days for road legs and confirm routes with your operator.
Key facts
- To Sunauli
- Via Gorakhpur
- To Janakpur
- Via Bihar
- Circuit
- Ayodhya, Janakpur
- Good for
- Pilgrims
How it works
- Visit AyodhyaOr Basti start.
- Choose routeSunauli or Jaynagar.
- Book transportRail plus car.
- Cross borderDaylight.
- Visit Janakpur or LumbiniNext stop.
Insider tip
Plan the Ayodhya to Janakpur link as a full travel day.
Avoid this
Do not assume short distances between these holy towns.
Related questions
Is Janakpur far from Ayodhya?
It is a long road day; plan accordingly.
Can seniors do it?
With slow pacing.
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