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How to Get from Gorakhpur to Nautanwa

How to Get from Gorakhpur to Nautanwa

Last updated: October 15, 2026
🇮🇳 India
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Nautanwa is the railway town next to the Sunauli border crossing into Nepal, and Gorakhpur is the big railway hub to its south. Most travelers on this route are heading for Lumbini, Pokhara or Kathmandu.

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Gorakhpur is the nearest major railway station in India for the Sunauli border, according to the Nepal Tourism Board, which lists Lumbini at 26 km and Kathmandu at 280 km from the Sunauli/Bhairahawa crossing.[1]

Gorakhpur to Nautanwa by Train

Passenger and express trains run from Gorakhpur Junction to Nautanwa. Timetables change, so check the current schedule and book reserved classes on the IRCTC website or app. Seats are in Second Sitting (2S) and AC Chair Car (CC) on day trains, with AC and Sleeper (SL) berths on some services.

Gorakhpur to Nautanwa by Bus

Buses also run from Gorakhpur towards Sunauli along the highway. They suit travelers whose plans do not fit the train timetable, and bus staff are used to stowing large backpacks. Ask for current departure times at the Gorakhpur bus station.

Tips for Traveling from Gorakhpur to Nautanwa

  • Book ahead in busy periods: Reserved train seats can sell out around holidays and pilgrimage seasons.
  • Onward to the border: From Nautanwa you continue by rickshaw or shared jeep to the Sunauli border post and the immigration offices.
  • Small rupee notes: Keep some small Indian rupee notes for rickshaws.
  • Valuables: Keep valuables in a daypack that stays with you on trains and buses.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I book tickets from Gorakhpur to Nautanwa?

Use the booking tool on this page to compare the transport options currently available from Gorakhpur to Nautanwa, including current prices and schedules.

How do I get from Gorakhpur to Nautanwa?

By train from Gorakhpur Junction or by bus along the highway towards Sunauli. Check current train times on IRCTC.

Which is the nearest major railway station to the Sunauli border?

Gorakhpur is the nearest major railway station in India for the Sunauli border.

How far is Lumbini from the Sunauli border?

The Nepal Tourism Board lists Lumbini at about 26 km from the Sunauli/Bhairahawa crossing.

How far is Kathmandu from the Sunauli border?

The Nepal Tourism Board lists Kathmandu at about 280 km from the Sunauli/Bhairahawa crossing.

How do I get from Nautanwa to the border?

Rickshaws and shared jeeps take you from Nautanwa to the Sunauli border post.

Which train classes can I book?

Day trains usually have Second Sitting and AC Chair Car, and some services also offer AC and Sleeper berths. Check the class list for your train on IRCTC.

Sources and background

Numbers in the text such as [1] refer to these sources.

  1. [1] Nepal Tourism Board: FAQ: distances from the border towns. Retrieved October 15, 2026.

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