How to reach?

How to reach IIITA?


Indian Institute of Information Technology Allahabad (IIITA) is located in the city of Prayagraj (formerly Allahabad), Uttar Pradesh; which is well-connected by road, rail, and air.

By Air:

The nearest airport to IIITA is Prayagraj Airport (IXD), which is well-connected to major cities like Delhi, Mumbai, and Kolkata with both domestic flights and limited international flights.

  • Distance from Airport: 4-5 km
  • Travel Time by Taxi: Approximately 15 minutes

Alternatively, the Lucknow International Airport (LKO), located about 200 km away, can also be used as an option for travelers flying in from distant locations.
From Lucknow, you can travel by train or taxi.

By Train:

Prayagraj is a major railway hub with two main stations:

  • Prayagraj Junction (PRYJ): The primary railway station, located around 8-9 km from the IIITA campus.
  • Prayagraj Chheoki Junction (PCOI): Another railway station around 17 km from the campus.

By Road:

IIITA is easily accessible by road, as it is well-connected to major cities and towns across Uttar Pradesh and neighboring states.

  • From Delhi: The distance from Delhi to IIITA is approximately 700 km, and it takes about 10-12 hours by car.
  • From Lucknow: The distance from Lucknow to IIITA is around 200 km, and it takes approximately 4-5 hours by car.
  • From Varanasi: The distance from Varanasi to IIITA is about 120 km, and the travel time is approximately 2.5-3 hours.

Local Transport:

Local transportation options like Ola/Uber services, local auto-rickshaws/e-rickshaws are available to reach the campus from the airport and railway stations.