The average train between Varanasi and Sarnath takes 9 min and the fastest train takes 7 min. There is a train service every few hours from Varanasi to Sarnath. 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 Varanasi and Sarnath. The earliest departure is at 5:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Varanasi is at 10:30 PM which arrives into Sarnath at 10:41 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 9 min. 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 Sarnath station. Services depart hourly, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 9 min.
Varanasi to Sarnath train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Varanasi City station.
Varanasi to Sarnath train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Sarnath station.
The distance between Varanasi and Sarnath is 7 km. The road distance is 7 km.
Indian Railways operates a train from Varanasi City to Sarnath hourly. Tickets cost ₹100–850 and the journey takes 7 min.