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

The cheapest way to get from Haridwar to Varanasi is to train which costs ₹410 - ₹3,200 and takes 17h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Haridwar to Varanasi is to train and fly which takes 6h 30m and costs ₹5,000 - ₹23,000.

Is there a direct bus between Haridwar and Varanasi?

No, there is no direct bus from Haridwar to Varanasi. However, there are services departing from Haridwar and arriving at Varanasi via Agra ISBT and Alambagh. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Haridwar and Varanasi?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Haridwar Jn and arriving at Varanasi Jn. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17h 47m.

How far is it from Haridwar to Varanasi?

The distance between Haridwar and Varanasi is 761 km. The road distance is 770.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Haridwar to Varanasi without a car is to train which takes 17h 47m and costs ₹410 - ₹3,200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 47m to get from Haridwar to Varanasi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Haridwar to Varanasi bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Haridwar to Varanasi train from?

Haridwar to Varanasi train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Haridwar Jn station.

Train, bus or fly from Haridwar to Varanasi?

The best way to get from Haridwar to Varanasi is to fly which takes 6h 47m and costs ₹7,000 - ₹17,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹410 - ₹3,200 and takes 17h 47m, you could also bus, which costs ₹1,300 - ₹2,700 and takes 22h 26m.

Where does the Haridwar to Varanasi bus arrive?

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

Where does the Haridwar to Varanasi train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Haridwar to Varanasi?

Yes, the driving distance between Haridwar to Varanasi is 770 km. It takes approximately 11h 24m to drive from Haridwar to Varanasi.

Where can I stay near Varanasi?

There are 1776+ hotels available in Varanasi.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Haridwar to Varanasi by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly from Dehradun Airport
best
1. Fly from Dehradun Airport (DED) to Varanasi Airport (VNS)DED - VNS
6h 47m
₹7,334–16,227
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Haridwar Jn to Varanasi Jn13010 / ...
17h 47m
₹410–3,200
Bus
1. Take the bus from Haridwar to Agra ISBT
2. Take the bus from Agra ISBT to Alambagh
3. Take the bus from Alambagh to Varanasi
22h 26m
₹1,340–2,682
Drive 770.3 km
1. Drive from Haridwar to Varanasi770.3 km
11h 24m
₹8,156–11,781
Train to Hindon, fly
1. Take the train from Haridwar Jn to Anand Vihar Terminal
2. Fly from Hindon (HDO) to Varanasi Airport (VNS)HDO - VNS
6h 30m
₹5,459–22,364

Haridwar to Varanasi by train

14Weekly Trains

17h 47mAverage Duration

₹410Cheapest Price

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Distance: 760.6 km
Duration: 6h 47m

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

IndiGo Airlines, Air India Limited, and Spicejet fly from Dehradun Airport (DED) to Varanasi Airport (VNS) 5 times a day. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Haridwar Jn to Varanasi Jn twice daily. Tickets cost ₹410–3,200 and the journey takes 17h 47m.

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