Yes, Puri is a popular tourist destination and generally safe.

How to reach from Bankura?

Take a direct or connecting train from Bankura to Puri.

What is the best time?

Winter is the most comfortable time to visit.

Yes, there are many hotels and resorts along the beach.

Puri offers options for all budgets, from cheap lodges to luxury resorts.

Puri

Train

Mukutmanipur to Puri

Updated: 28 May 2026

Puri is a famous coastal city located about 380 km from Mukutmanipur. You can reach Puri by taking a bus to Bankura and then a train to Puri Railway Station. The journey takes approximately 8-10 hours. Puri is famous for the Jagannath Temple and its golden beaches.

Total Distance: 380 km by road, 320 km straight-line.

Fastest Way

Private taxi from Mukutmanipur to Puri, taking 7 hours.

Cheapest Way

Bus to Bankura and train to Puri, costing around 500 INR.

Compare Mukutmanipur to Puri Routes

Train

Connecting

Duration

9 hours

Avg Price

500-1200 INR

Operator

Puri Express

Route

Bankura to Puri via Kharagpur

Puri station is very close to the beach and the main temple.

Travel Tips

Temple Rules
Non-Hindus are not allowed inside the Jagannath Temple; view it from the outside.
Beach Safety
Follow the instructions of the lifeguards on the beach and avoid swimming in deep water.
Food
Try the Mahaprasad, the sacred food offered at the Jagannath Temple.
Shopping
Buy Pattachitra paintings and seashell crafts from the local beach market.
Booking
Book your hotel in advance, especially during the Rath Yatra festival.