- Distance: 318.9 km
- Duration: 6h 49m
The average train between Kanpur and Varanasi takes 6h 49m and the fastest train takes 3h 50m. The train service runs several times per day from Kanpur to Varanasi. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Kanpur and Varanasi. The earliest departure is at 12:20 AM at night, and the last departure from Kanpur is at 11:45 PM which arrives into Varanasi at 6:35 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 6h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Kanpur to Varanasi? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kanpur station and arriving at Varanasi station. Services depart every 3 hours, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 6h 49m.
Kanpur to Varanasi train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Kanpur Central station.
Kanpur to Varanasi train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Varanasi Jn station.
The distance between Kanpur and Varanasi is 295.2 km. The road distance is 319 km.
Indian Railways operates a train from Kanpur Central to Varanasi Jn every 3 hours. Tickets cost ₹220–1,700 and the journey takes 5h 25m.
