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How to Get from Nautanwa to Gorakhpur

How to get from Nautanwa to Gorakhpur by train or road after crossing the Nepal border at Sonauli.

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Last updated: November 2, 2026

How to Get from Nautanwa to Gorakhpur
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Nautanwa is the railhead on the Uttar Pradesh side of the Nepal border, where most travellers arrive after crossing from Lumbini via Sonauli. From here Gorakhpur is the gateway to the wider Indian rail network, with trains to Delhi, Varanasi and Kolkata.

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Nautanwa to Gorakhpur by Train

The North Eastern Railway line runs from Gorakhpur to Nautanwa via Anand Nagar (Pharenda).[1] Trains on it are timed to connect with onward services at Gorakhpur Junction, and you pass mustard fields and small villages along the way. Buy your ticket at the station or book through GoAsia.cc.

The front building of Gorakhpur Junction railway station
The front building of Gorakhpur Junction railway stationPhoto: SM7 / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0

Nautanwa to Gorakhpur by Road

The highway from Nautanwa to Gorakhpur runs via Pharenda.[1] Cycle rickshaws and e-rickshaws run between the border and Nautanwa station, and from the station you can continue by train or by road.

Comparing Your Options

ModeRoute
TrainNautanwa to Gorakhpur Junction via Anand Nagar (Pharenda)[1]
RoadHighway via Pharenda

Tips for Traveling from Nautanwa to Gorakhpur

  • Border timing: Allow plenty of time for immigration at Sonauli and the rickshaw ride to Nautanwa station. Freight trucks can congest the border.
  • Station facilities: Nautanwa is a small station with few food stalls. Carry water and snacks.
  • Ticket checks: Keep your ticket and a valid ID ready for inspection on board.
  • Arrival in Gorakhpur: Gorakhpur Junction is large and busy. Check the platform for your connecting train on the electronic boards as soon as you arrive.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I book tickets from Nautanwa to Gorakhpur?

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

How do I get from Nautanwa to Gorakhpur?

Take the train on the North Eastern Railway line from Nautanwa to Gorakhpur via Anand Nagar (Pharenda), or go by road along the highway via Pharenda.

What is the connection between Nautanwa and the Nepal border?

Nautanwa is the railhead for the Sonauli border crossing. Rickshaws and e-rickshaws run between the border and the station.

Why go to Gorakhpur from Nautanwa?

Gorakhpur Junction is a major hub with onward trains to cities such as Delhi, Varanasi and Kolkata.

Is there food at Nautanwa station?

Only a few stalls. Carry water and snacks, and expect more vendors at Gorakhpur Junction.

Sources and background

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

  1. [1] District Maharajganj, Government of Uttar Pradesh: How to Reach. Retrieved November 2, 2026.

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