Day trip from Purnia to Katihar
Katihar lies 28 km (18 mi) south of Purnia, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 28 km (18 mi) apart, Katihar is a realistic day trip from Purnia: about 28 min each way by road.
| Purnia | Katihar | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | India |
| Population | 282,248 | 240,838 |
| Elevation | 44 m (144 ft) | 34 m (112 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) |
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Staying in Katihar
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Common questions
How far is Katihar from Purnia?
28 km (18 mi) in a straight line, south of Purnia; by road roughly 35 km (22 mi).
How long does it take to get from Purnia to Katihar by road?
About 28 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Purnia and Katihar?
No, both are on Asia/Kolkata at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- 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.