The average train between Prayagraj and Varanasi takes 2h 55m and the fastest train takes 1h 50m. There is a train service every few hours from Prayagraj 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 hourly between Prayagraj and Varanasi. The earliest departure is at 1:50 AM at night, and the last departure from Prayagraj is at 9:15 PM which arrives into Varanasi at 11:05 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Prayagraj station and arriving at Varanasi station. Services depart hourly, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 2h 55m.
Prayagraj to Varanasi train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Prayagraj Jn station.
Prayagraj to Varanasi train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Varanasi Jn station.
The distance between Prayagraj and Varanasi is 118.1 km. The road distance is 125 km.
Indian Railways operates a train from Prayagraj Jn to Varanasi Jn hourly. Tickets cost ₹150–1,200 and the journey takes 2h 25m.