Key hubs
Darbhanga airport and railway station
- Airport
- Darbhanga Airport (DBR), a civil enclave about 6 km from the city; commercial flights began in November 2020
- Railway station
- Darbhanga Junction (DBG) on the East Central Railway is the main station; Laheriasarai is the second
- Getting around
- Autos and e-rickshaws within the city; a hired car and driver for the wetland and village day trips
How to reach Darbhanga by air
Darbhanga Airport (DBR) is a civil enclave at the air force station, about 6 km from the city; commercial flights began in November 2020. Patna (PAT) is the larger alternative, roughly four hours by road.
How to reach Darbhanga by train
Darbhanga Junction (DBG) on the East Central Railway is the main station, with Laheriasarai as the second. Both link to Patna, Delhi and other cities; check current services.
How to reach Darbhanga by road
Darbhanga is connected by national and state highways to Patna, Muzaffarpur and Madhubani, with bus services to nearby towns. Allow extra time in the rains.
Getting around Darbhanga
Autos and e-rickshaws cover the city; a hired car with driver is best for the bird sanctuary and village shrines.
For parents and senior travellers
Easy transfers to and in Darbhanga
- Hire a car and driver for the wetland and village trips instead of relying on buses.
- Carry water, snacks and any medicines; facilities at rural sights are basic.
- Avoid the monsoon months, when roads waterlog and many lanes flood.
- Ask the airline or railway for wheelchair or porter assistance when you book, not on the day.
- Pre-book the pickup from the airport or station, so nobody has to negotiate with drivers after a long journey.
- Choose arrivals in daylight where you can, and keep the first afternoon free to rest.