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

The cheapest way to get from Agra to Varanasi is to bus and train which costs ₹250 - ₹2,600 and takes 12h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Agra to Varanasi is to bus and fly which takes 7h 23m and costs ₹5,500 - ₹20,000.

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 and arriving at Varanasi via Alopibag and Prayagraj Civil Lines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 34m.

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 593 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 bus which takes 10h 34m and costs ₹1,000 - ₹2,000.

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

It takes approximately 10h 34m to get from Agra to Varanasi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Agra to Varanasi bus from?

Agra to Varanasi bus services, operated by Laxmi Holidays, depart from Agra 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 bus which takes 10h 34m and costs ₹1,000 - ₹2,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹330 - ₹2,600 and takes 12h 40m.

Where does the Agra to Varanasi bus arrive?

Agra to Varanasi bus services, operated by Laxmi Holidays, arrive at Allahabad 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 1846+ hotels available in Varanasi.

Agra to Varanasi - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Agra to Varanasi by bus, train, car, taxi, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Agra to Allahabadbus
2. Take the bus from Prayagraj Civil Lines to Varanasibus
10h 34m
₹1,000–1,910
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Agra to Lucknowbus Indo-Nepal Maitree Bus
2. Take the train from Lucknow to Varanasi Jntrain 20402 / ...
12h 47m
₹254–2,593
Train
1. Take the train from Agra Fort to Varanasi Citytrain 14864 / ...
12h 40m
₹330–2,600
Drive 595.1 km
1. Drive from Agra to Varanasicar 595.1 km
8h 5m
₹6,491–9,376
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Agra to Varanasitaxi 595.1 km
8h 5m
₹11,000–14,000
Train to Indira Gandhi International Airport, fly to Varanasi Airport
1. Take the train from Agra Cantt to New Delhitrain
2. Fly from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Varanasi Airport (VNS)plane DEL - VNS
7h 33m
₹5,164–13,460
Train to Gwalior Airport, fly to Varanasi Airport
1. Take the train from Agra Cantt to Gwalior Jn.train
2. Fly from Gwalior Airport (GWL) to Varanasi Airport (VNS)plane GWL - VNS
10h 32m
₹9,570–14,648
Bus to Hindon, fly to Varanasi Airport
1. Take the bus from Agra to ISBT Kashmiri Gatebus
2. Fly from Hindon (HDO) to Varanasi Airport (VNS)plane HDO - VNS
7h 23m
₹5,931–19,685
Train to Indira Gandhi International Airport, fly to Maryada Purushottam Shri Ram International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Agra Cantt to New Delhitrain
2. Fly from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Maryada Purushottam Shri Ram International Airport (AYJ)plane DEL - AYJ
3. Take the train from Ayodhya to Varanasi Jntrain
10h 25m
₹4,744–14,660
Train to Khajuraho Civil Airport, fly to Varanasi Airport
1. Take the train from Agra Cantt to Khajurahotrain
2. Fly from Khajuraho Civil Airport (HJR) to Varanasi Airport (VNS)plane HJR - VNS
12h 57m
₹4,081–11,975

Agra to Varanasi by train

7Weekly Trains

12h 40mAverage Duration

₹330Cheapest Price

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Distance: 593.4 km
Duration: 10h 34m

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

You can take a bus from Agra to Varanasi via Alopibag and Prayagraj Civil Lines in around 10h 34m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Agra Fort to Varanasi City once daily. Tickets cost ₹330–2,600 and the journey takes 12h 40m.

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