Changes are made twice
The timings are changed twice in Thakur Banke Bihari temple , first the time is during summer session and second time is during winter session. So the changes that have happened now are according to the summer session. Now in summers, Thakur Banke Bihari Maharaj will give darshan to the devotees at a new time and changes will also be made in the aartis.
when will the temple be opened in the morning
Thakur Banke Bihari Maharaj will give darshan to the devotees from March 16 at a new timing, in which till now the darshan of Thakur Banke Bihari Maharaj used to open at 8:30 am. However, now the darshan of Thakur Banke Bihari temple will be done at 7:45 am or it can be said that the doors of Thakur Banke Bihari Maharaj will be opened at 7:45 am. At the same time, after the closure of Thakur Banke Bihari temple at 12 noon, darshan of Thakur Banke Bihari will be done at 5:30 pm and darshan of Thakur Banke Bihari will be done till 9:30 pm. Till now the darshan was from 4 pm to 8:30 pm.
When is the best time to visit Banke Bihari Temple?
October to March: This is the best time as the weather is pleasant and cool, making darshan comfortable even after the crowds.
Summer (April to June): It is very hot, so it is better to go early in the morning or in the evening.
Monsoon (July to September): The weather is pleasant during this time, but sometimes rain may hamper darshan.
How to reach Banke Bihari Temple
Nearest airport:
Agra Airport (AGR) – 75 km away
Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi (DEL) – 150 km away
Taxis or buses are available from Agra or Delhi airport to Vrindavan.
How to reach by train?
Nearest Railway Station: Mathura Junction (MTJ) – 12 km away
Vrindavan Railway Station (BDB) – 3 km away (for small trains)
After getting down at Mathura Junction, you can go to Vrindavan by auto, taxi or e-rickshaw.
How to reach by road?
Vrindavan is connected by road to major cities like Delhi, Agra, Lucknow, Jaipur.
By Bus:
Delhi to Vrindavan: Approx 3-4 hours (160 km)
Agra to Vrindavan: Approx 1.5 hours (75 km)
Autos and taxis are easily available for Vrindavan from Mathura Bus Stand.
By Private Vehicle:
Vrindavan can be easily reached from Delhi-Agra Yamuna Expressway.
How to reach the temple in Vrindavan?
Car / Taxi: There is no parking facility near the temple in Vrindavan, so one has to park the car at the parking lot and go on foot.
E-Rickshaw / Auto: One can go directly to Banke Bihari Temple from Mathura or Vrindavan Bus Stand.
Walking: If you are staying in Vrindavan, you can reach the temple on foot.
