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

The cheapest way to get from Delhi to Varanasi is to train which costs ₹380 - ₹3,000 and takes 10h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Delhi to Varanasi is to subway and fly which takes 3h 5m and costs ₹5,000 - ₹21,000.

Is there a direct bus between Delhi and Varanasi?

No, there is no direct bus from Delhi to Varanasi. However, there are services departing from FlixBus Delhi Kashmere Gate ISBT and arriving at Varanasi Cantt via Mohan Sarai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Delhi and Varanasi?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from New Delhi and arriving at Varanasi Jn. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 50m.

How far is it from Delhi to Varanasi?

The distance between Delhi and Varanasi is 711 km. The road distance is 748.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Delhi to Varanasi without a car is to train which takes 10h 50m and costs ₹380 - ₹3,000.

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

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Delhi to Varanasi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Delhi to Varanasi bus from?

Delhi to Varanasi bus services, operated by FlixBus India, depart from FlixBus Delhi Kashmere Gate ISBT station.

Where do I catch the Delhi to Varanasi train from?

Delhi to Varanasi train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from New Delhi station.

Train, bus or fly from Delhi to Varanasi?

The best way to get from Delhi to Varanasi is to fly which takes 3h 6m and costs ₹4,800 - ₹11,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹380 - ₹3,000 and takes 10h 50m, you could also bus, which costs ₹1,100 - ₹4,000 and takes 15h 20m.

Where does the Delhi to Varanasi bus arrive?

Delhi to Varanasi bus services, operated by FlixBus India, arrive at FlixBus Varanasi - Mohansarai station.

Where does the Delhi to Varanasi train arrive?

Delhi to Varanasi train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Varanasi Jn station.

Can I drive from Delhi to Varanasi?

Yes, the driving distance between Delhi to Varanasi is 748 km. It takes approximately 10h 40m to drive from Delhi to Varanasi.

Where can I stay near Varanasi?

There are 1812+ hotels available in Varanasi.

Delhi to Varanasi - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and subway

There are 5 ways to get from Delhi to Varanasi by plane, train, bus (Flixbus), car, or subway

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Fly from Indira Gandhi International Airport
best
1. Fly from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Varanasi Airport (VNS)DEL - VNS
3h 6m
₹4,836–10,197
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from New Delhi to Varanasi Jn12562 / ...
10h 50m
₹380–3,000
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from FlixBus Delhi Kashmere Gate ISBT to FlixBus Varanasi - MohansaraiFlixBus IN0426
15h 20m
₹1,100–4,000
Drive 748.3 km
1. Drive from Delhi to Varanasi748.3 km
10h 40m
₹7,894–11,403
Subway to Hindon, fly
1. Take the subway from Kashmere Gate to Dilshad Garden
2. Fly from Hindon (HDO) to Varanasi Airport (VNS)HDO - VNS
3h 5m
₹5,238–20,827

Delhi to Varanasi by train

41Weekly Trains

10h 50mAverage Duration

₹380Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Delhi to Varanasi.

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Distance: 710.9 km
Duration: 3h 6m

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

Air India Limited, Spicejet, and two other airlines fly from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Varanasi Airport (VNS) every 3 hours. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from New Delhi to Varanasi Jn every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₹380–3,000 and the journey takes 10h 50m.

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