There are 3 ways to get from Haridwar to Varanasi by plane, train or car
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Haridwar to Varanasi by train
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Haridwar to Varanasi is to train which costs ₹390 - ₹1,900 and takes 17h 45m.
The fastest way to get from Haridwar to Varanasi is to fly. Taking this option will cost ₹6,500 - ₹19,000 and takes 5h 25m.
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Haridwar Jn and arriving at Varanasi Jn. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17h 45m.
The distance between Haridwar and Varanasi is 702 km. The road distance is 771.5 km.
The best way to get from Haridwar to Varanasi without a car is to train which takes 17h 45m and costs ₹390 - ₹1,900.
It takes approximately 5h 25m to get from Haridwar to Varanasi, including transfers.
Haridwar to Varanasi train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Haridwar Jn station.
The best way to get from Haridwar to Varanasi is to fly which takes 5h 25m and costs ₹6,500 - ₹19,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹390 - ₹1,900 and takes 17h 45m.
There is no direct flight from Dehra Dun Airport to Varanasi Airport. The quickest flight takes 4h 25m and has one stopover.
Haridwar to Varanasi train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Varanasi Jn station.
- Distance: 702.3 km
- Duration: 5h 25m
What companies run services between Haridwar, India and Varanasi, India?
IndiGo Airlines, Go First and two other airlines fly from Haridwar to Varanasi every 2 hours. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Haridwar Jn to Varanasi Jn 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₹390 - ₹1,900 and the journey takes 17h 45m.
- Website
- goindigo.in
Flights from Dehra Dun to Varanasi via Delhi
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 22m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- ₹4,900 - ₹20,000
Flights from Dehra Dun to Varanasi via Ahmedabad
- Ave. Duration
- 7h 55m
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- ₹4,900 - ₹20,000
Flights from Dehra Dun to Varanasi via Hyderabad
- Ave. Duration
- 8h 35m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- ₹4,900 - ₹20,000
Flights from Dehra Dun to Varanasi via Allahabad, Delhi
- Ave. Duration
- 7h 55m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- ₹4,900 - ₹20,000
Flights from Dehra Dun to Varanasi via Jaipur, Delhi
- Ave. Duration
- 8h 5m
- When
- Sunday
- Estimated price
- ₹4,900 - ₹20,000
Flights from Dehra Dun to Varanasi via Ahmedabad, Delhi
- Ave. Duration
- 8h 50m
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- ₹4,900 - ₹20,000
Flights from Dehra Dun to Varanasi via Delhi, Ahmedabad
- Ave. Duration
- 9h 10m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- ₹4,900 - ₹20,000
- Website
- flygofirst.com
Flights from Dehra Dun to Varanasi via Mumbai, Ahmedabad
- Ave. Duration
- 8h 10m
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- ₹8,000 - ₹20,000
India’s national rail operator runs passenger and freight trains on both long-distance and suburban routes across the country, from slower multi-stop to faster and more comfortable services. It’s a practical and affordable way to explore the country. Advance ticket bookings usually open 120 days before the date of the journey for Indian nationals; 365 days for international travellers. You’ll be allocated a seat or berth when you book and choose your class of travel.
Contact Details
- Website
- indianrail.gov.in
Train from Haridwar Jn to Varanasi Jn
- Ave. Duration
- 17h 45m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- ₹390 - ₹1,900
- Website
- irctc.co.in
- Book at
- 12go.asia
- Sleeper Class
- ₹390 - ₹500
- Third AC (3A)
- ₹1,000 - ₹1,300
- Second AC (2A)
- ₹1,500 - ₹1,900
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More Questions & Answers
Yes, the driving distance between Haridwar to Varanasi is 771 km. It takes approximately 11h 16m to drive from Haridwar to Varanasi.
Go First and IndiGo Airlines offer flights from Dehra Dun Airport to Varanasi Airport.
There are 88+ hotels available in Varanasi. Prices start at ₹7,500 per night.
The best way to get from Haridwar to Dehra Dun Airport is to taxi which takes 37 min and costs ₹1,300 - ₹1,600.