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Banke Bihari Temple – Timings, Aarti & Darshan Guide
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Banke Bihari – quick facts
| Timings | Winter – from Bhai Dooj (11 Nov 2026): 8:45 AM – 1:30 PM, 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Entry fee | Free |
| Location | Vrindavan – view on map |
| From Mathura Jn | About 12–17 km from Mathura Junction (approx.), 30–45 minutes by car |
| Time needed | 1–2 hours (more on weekends because of the queue) |
Banke Bihari Temple – The most visited Krishna temple in Vrindavan, famous for its short darshan with the curtain drawn every few minutes.
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Banke Bihari timings
| Season / day | Morning | Evening |
|---|---|---|
| Winter – from Bhai Dooj (11 Nov 2026) | 8:45 AM – 1:30 PM | 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM |
| Summer – from about mid-March to Bhai Dooj | About 7:45 AM – 12:00 noon | About 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM |
Checked on 5 Nov 2026. Source: Amar Ujala, 4 Nov 2026 · Amar Ujala, 27 Feb 2025. Timings change with the season, festivals and temple decisions – please confirm before you go.
Banke Bihari aarti & darshan schedule
- Shringar AartiSoon after the morning opening
- Rajbhog AartiJust before the morning closing
- Shayan Bhog AartiJust before the evening closing
- Mangla AartiOnly once a year – on Janmashtami night
About Banke Bihari
Shri Banke Bihari Temple is the heart of Vrindavan. The deity of Banke Bihari Ji was revealed by the saint Swami Haridas at Nidhivan, and the present temple building dates from the 1860s. Banke Bihari means "the one bent in three places" – Krishna standing in his playful Tribhanga pose.
Darshan here is different from most temples. There are no bells or conch shells, and a curtain is drawn in front of the deity every few minutes so that devotees do not stare for too long. Mangla Aarti happens only once a year, on Janmashtami, and the feet (charan darshan) are shown only on Akshaya Tritiya. The lanes around the temple are narrow and very crowded on weekends and festivals.
- DeityShri Banke Bihari Ji
- Revealed bySwami Haridas (16th century), at Nidhivan
- Present building1860s
- Special daysJanmashtami (Mangla Aarti), Akshaya Tritiya (charan darshan), Holi, Jhulan Utsav
Banke Bihari darshan – step by step
Banke Bihari Temple is reached through the narrow lanes of old Vrindavan. Cars cannot go to the gate, so your driver drops you at the nearest allowed parking and you walk 5–10 minutes or take an e-rickshaw. Leave shoes at a shoe stand on the way and keep only your phone and a little cash with you.
Inside, the hall fills quickly. Stand on one side, wait for the curtain to open and take darshan calmly – it closes again after a few minutes, then opens once more. There is no need to rush to the front; you will see Bihari Ji from most of the hall. Prasad and flower garlands are sold in the lanes outside.
Best time to visit Banke Bihari Temple
The calmest time is a weekday, right after the morning opening. Weekends, Ekadashi, Purnima, Holi and Janmashtami bring very large crowds, and the police sometimes make the lanes one-way. If you are travelling with parents or small children, choose a weekday morning and avoid the last hour before the noon closing, when everyone tries to enter at once.
Check the season before you leave: from 11 Nov 2026 (Bhai Dooj) the temple follows winter hours – 8:45 AM to 1:30 PM and 4:30 to 8:30 PM. Summer hours start around Holi.
Visiting Banke Bihari by taxi
A taxi saves time because the driver knows which parking is open on the day. From Mathura Junction the temple is about 12–17 km (approx.), 30–45 minutes – book a Mathura to Vrindavan taxi. Coming from the capital? A Delhi to Vrindavan taxi takes about 3–3.5 hours. Combine Banke Bihari with Nidhivan, Radha Vallabh and Radha Raman on foot, then drive to Prem Mandir for the evening. Our Mathura Vrindavan 1 day tour by car follows this order.
Banke Bihari timings today – what to check
People often search for "Banke Bihari timings today" or "Banke Bihari darshan time". The answer depends on the season: Winter – from Bhai Dooj (11 Nov 2026): 8:45 AM – 1:30 PM, 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM; Summer – from about mid-March to Bhai Dooj: About 7:45 AM – 12:00 noon, About 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM. The best time to go is weekday mornings, soon after the temple opens. Temples change hours on festival days, so check this page the day before and keep some extra time.
Banke Bihari location and how far it is
Banke Bihari location: Bihari Pura, near Gopinath Bazar, Vrindavan, Mathura, Uttar Pradesh 281121. Distance from Mathura Junction railway station: About 12–17 km from Mathura Junction (approx.), 30–45 minutes by car. From Delhi, Vrindavan is about 150–170 km (approx.), 3–3.5 hours by road – book a Delhi to Vrindavan taxi if you are coming from the capital. Entry: Free. There is no ticket for general darshan.
Visit Banke Bihari with nearby temples
To make the most of your trip, combine Banke Bihari with Nidhivan (30–45 minutes), Radha Vallabh (30–45 minutes), Radha Raman (30–45 minutes). Allow 1–2 hours (more on weekends because of the queue) for Banke Bihari itself. With a car and driver, you can plan these around the midday closing and finish the day with an evening aarti.
Festivals at Banke Bihari
The busiest days at Banke Bihari are Janmashtami, Holi (Rangbhari Ekadashi to Holi), Akshaya Tritiya, Jhulan Utsav (Sawan). On these days crowds are very large, roads near the temple may be closed and parking can be far away. If you want to be there for a festival, book your car and stay early, start before sunrise and carry water.
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How to reach Banke Bihari
| How | Details |
|---|---|
| By train | Mathura Junction (MTJ) is the main station. Vrindavan station (BDB) is small and has few trains. |
| Distance | About 12–17 km from Mathura Junction (approx.), 30–45 minutes by car |
| By bus | Vrindavan bus stand and Mathura new bus stand (about 12–15 km, approx.) |
| By air | Agra Airport (AGR), about 65–75 km; Noida International Airport (Jewar), about 70–80 km; Delhi IGI, about 150–170 km (all approx.) |
| By taxi | Cars cannot reach the temple door. Your driver drops you at the nearest allowed parking (usually Parikrama Marg / Vidyapeeth side) and you walk or take an e-rickshaw for the last part. |
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Visitor rules & tips
- Mobile phones are allowed but photography of the deity is not allowed.
- Keep shoes at the shoe stands outside – the lanes have no parking.
- Expect heavy crowds on weekends, Ekadashi and festivals; senior citizens should go on weekday mornings.
- Watch your purse and phone in the crowd; follow police and temple volunteers.
- Best time: Weekday mornings, soon after the temple opens.
Main festivals
- Janmashtami
- Holi (Rangbhari Ekadashi to Holi)
- Akshaya Tritiya
- Jhulan Utsav (Sawan)
- Sharad Purnima
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Banke Bihari – FAQs
What are the Banke Bihari timings?
Winter – from Bhai Dooj (11 Nov 2026): 8:45 AM – 1:30 PM, 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM; Summer – from about mid-March to Bhai Dooj: About 7:45 AM – 12:00 noon, About 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Timings change with the season, on festivals and by temple decision, so please confirm on the day you visit.
What are the aarti timings at Banke Bihari?
Shringar Aarti: Soon after the morning opening; Rajbhog Aarti: Just before the morning closing; Shayan Bhog Aarti: Just before the evening closing; Mangla Aarti: Only once a year – on Janmashtami night.
Is there any entry fee for Banke Bihari?
Free. There is no ticket for general darshan.
Where is Banke Bihari located?
Bihari Pura, near Gopinath Bazar, Vrindavan, Mathura, Uttar Pradesh 281121. Open in Google Maps.
How far is Banke Bihari from Mathura railway station?
About 12–17 km from Mathura Junction (approx.), 30–45 minutes by car.
Which is the nearest railway station to Banke Bihari?
Mathura Junction (MTJ) is the main station. Vrindavan station (BDB) is small and has few trains.
Which is the nearest airport to Banke Bihari?
Agra Airport (AGR), about 65–75 km; Noida International Airport (Jewar), about 70–80 km; Delhi IGI, about 150–170 km (all approx.). Mathura itself has no passenger airport – see Mathura airport guide.
How much time is needed to visit Banke Bihari?
1–2 hours (more on weekends because of the queue).
What is the best time to visit Banke Bihari?
Weekday mornings, soon after the temple opens.
Are mobile phones and photography allowed at Banke Bihari?
Mobile phones are allowed but photography of the deity is not allowed. Keep shoes at the shoe stands outside – the lanes have no parking.
Which temples are near Banke Bihari?
Nidhivan, Radha Vallabh, Radha Raman, Shahji Temple. See all timings on our Mathura Vrindavan temple timings page.
How can I reach Banke Bihari by taxi?
Cars cannot reach the temple door. Your driver drops you at the nearest allowed parking (usually Parikrama Marg / Vidyapeeth side) and you walk or take an e-rickshaw for the last part. Book a cab with driver on +91 9759071258 – rates from ₹11/km (Swift Dzire).
Can I cover Banke Bihari in a one-day Mathura Vrindavan tour?
Yes. Our Mathura Vrindavan 1 day tour covers the main temples of Mathura and Vrindavan by car. Tell us if you want Banke Bihari included at a particular aarti time.
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