Odisha at a Glance

How to Reach Odisha

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How to Reach Odisha

Odisha is well connected to major cities across India through an extensive network of air, rail, and road connectivity. The State is accessible through international and domestic airports, major railway routes, and National Highways connecting eastern, northern, western, and southern regions of the country. Travelers can conveniently reach Odisha from different parts of India and abroad for tourism, pilgrimage, business, and cultural exploration.

By Air By Rail By Road

By Air

Air travel is one of the fastest and most convenient ways to reach Odisha. The State is served by multiple airports, with Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI) being the primary gateway to Odisha. Located approximately 6 kilometers from the city center, the airport offers regular domestic and international connectivity to cities such as Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Raipur.

Other operational airports in Odisha include:

  • Veer Surendra Sai Airport (Domestic)

Major tourist destinations such as Puri are easily accessible from Bhubaneswar by road. Taxi, cab, and bus services are available from the airport for onward travel.

Visitors are advised to book flight tickets in advance during peak tourism and festive seasons.

By Rail

Odisha has a well-developed railway network connecting the State with major regions of the country. Bhubaneswar Railway Station is one of the major railheads and is served by several Express and Superfast trains connecting cities such as Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Guwahati, and Tirupati.

Other important railway stations include:

  • Puri Railway Station
  • Kataka Railway Station
  • Sambalpur Junction Railway Station

Public transport, taxis, and cab services are readily available from major railway stations for convenient onward travel.

By Road

Odisha is well connected to neighboring states and major Indian cities through an extensive network of National and State Highways. National Highway 16 forms a major corridor connecting Odisha with Kolkata, Visakhapatnam, Chennai, and other eastern coastal destinations.

The State can also be accessed through NH-53, NH-49, and other important highway routes connecting central and eastern India.

Regular interstate bus services, tourist coaches, private taxis, and self-drive options are available from neighboring states. Well-maintained highways and scenic coastal routes also make Odisha a preferred destination for road travel enthusiasts.

Travelers may choose from government-operated OSRTC buses, private coaches, taxis, or rental vehicles based on convenience and travel requirements.