What is the cheapest way to get from Agra to Varanasi?

The cheapest way to get from Agra to Varanasi is to bus which costs ₹850 - ₹1,600 and takes 12h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Agra to Varanasi?

The fastest way to get from Agra to Varanasi is to train and fly which takes 6h 50m and costs ₹6,000 - ₹16,000.

Is there a direct bus between Agra and Varanasi?

No, there is no direct bus from Agra to Varanasi. However, there are services departing from Agra ISBT and arriving at Varanasi via Alambagh. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Agra and Varanasi?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Agra Fort and arriving at Varanasi City. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 40m.

How far is it from Agra to Varanasi?

The distance between Agra and Varanasi is 623 km. The road distance is 595.1 km.

How do I travel from Agra to Varanasi without a car?

The best way to get from Agra to Varanasi without a car is to train which takes 12h 40m and costs ₹330 - ₹2,600.

How long does it take to get from Agra to Varanasi?

The train from Agra Fort to Varanasi City takes 12h 40m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Agra to Varanasi bus from?

Agra to Varanasi bus services, operated by UPSRTC, depart from Agra ISBT station.

Where do I catch the Agra to Varanasi train from?

Agra to Varanasi train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Agra Fort station.

Train or bus from Agra to Varanasi?

The best way to get from Agra to Varanasi is to train which takes 12h 40m and costs ₹330 - ₹2,600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹850 - ₹1,600 and takes 12h 50m.

Where does the Agra to Varanasi bus arrive?

Agra to Varanasi bus services, operated by UPSRTC, arrive at Alambagh station.

Where does the Agra to Varanasi train arrive?

Agra to Varanasi train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Varanasi City station.

Can I drive from Agra to Varanasi?

Yes, the driving distance between Agra to Varanasi is 595 km. It takes approximately 8h 5m to drive from Agra to Varanasi.

Where can I stay near Varanasi?

There are 1776+ hotels available in Varanasi.

Agra to Varanasi - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Agra to Varanasi by train, bus, car, taxi, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Agra Fort to Varanasi City14864 / ...
12h 40m
₹330–2,600
Bus
1. Take the bus from Agra ISBT to AlambaghOrdinary / ...
2. Take the bus from Alambagh to Varanasi
12h 50m
₹858–1,567
Drive 595.1 km
1. Drive from Agra to Varanasi595.1 km
8h 5m
₹6,314–9,120
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Agra to Varanasi595.1 km
8h 5m
₹11,000–14,000
Train to Hindon, fly to Varanasi Airport
1. Take the train from Agra Cantt to Hazrat Nizamuddin
2. Fly from Hindon (HDO) to Varanasi Airport (VNS)HDO - VNS
7h 55m
₹5,575–22,256
Train to Indira Gandhi International Airport, fly to Varanasi Airport
1. Take the train from Agra Cantt to Hazrat Nizamuddin
2. Fly from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Varanasi Airport (VNS)DEL - VNS
8h 11m
₹5,111–13,889
Train to Jaipur International Airport, fly to Varanasi Airport
1. Take the train from Agra Fort to Gandhinagar Jpr
2. Fly from Jaipur International Airport (JAI) to Varanasi Airport (VNS)JAI - VNS
6h 50m
₹6,333–15,291
Train to Khajuraho Civil Airport, fly to Varanasi Airport
1. Take the train from Agra Cantt to Khajuraho
2. Fly from Khajuraho Civil Airport (HJR) to Varanasi Airport (VNS)HJR - VNS
11h 3m
₹4,431–12,575
Train to Indira Gandhi International Airport, fly to Allahabad, bus
1. Take the train from Agra Cantt to Hazrat Nizamuddin
2. Fly from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Allahabad (IXD)DEL - IXD
3. Take the bus from Prayagraj Civil Lines to Varanasi
10h 53m
₹6,311–26,999

Agra to Varanasi by train

7Weekly Trains

12h 40mAverage Duration

₹330Cheapest Price

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Distance: 623.2 km
Duration: 12h 40m

What companies run services between Agra, India and Varanasi, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Agra Fort to Varanasi City once daily. Tickets cost ₹330–2,600 and the journey takes 12h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Agra ISBT to Varanasi via Alambagh in around 12h 50m.

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