The average train between Varanasi and Gaya takes 4h 35m and the fastest train takes 2h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Varanasi to Gaya. 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 Varanasi and Gaya. The earliest departure is at 12:50 AM at night, and the last departure from Varanasi is at 9:50 PM which arrives into Gaya at 1:55 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Varanasi station and arriving at Gaya station. Services depart every 3 hours, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 4h 35m.
Varanasi to Gaya train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Varanasi Jn station.
Varanasi to Gaya train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Gaya Jn station.
The distance between Varanasi and Gaya is 209 km. The road distance is 222 km.
Indian Railways operates a train from Varanasi Jn to Gaya Jn every 3 hours. Tickets cost ₹180–1,500 and the journey takes 4h 25m.
