Day trip from Katihar to Purnia
Purnia lies 28 km (18 mi) north of Katihar, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 28 km (18 mi) apart, Purnia is a realistic day trip from Katihar: about 28 min each way by road.
| Katihar | Purnia | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | India |
| Population | 240,838 | 282,248 |
| Elevation | 34 m (112 ft) | 44 m (144 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) |
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Staying in Purnia
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Common questions
How far is Purnia from Katihar?
28 km (18 mi) in a straight line, north of Katihar; by road roughly 35 km (22 mi).
How long does it take to get from Katihar to Purnia by road?
About 28 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Katihar and Purnia?
No, both are on Asia/Kolkata at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.