What is the cheapest way to get from Howrah Bridge to Varanasi?

The cheapest way to get from Howrah Bridge to Varanasi is to train via Sealdah which costs ₹380 - ₹2,900 and takes 12h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Howrah Bridge to Varanasi?

The fastest way to get from Howrah Bridge to Varanasi is to fly which takes 4h 2m and costs ₹5,500 - ₹11,000.

Is there a direct train between Howrah Bridge and Varanasi?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Howrah Jn and arriving at Varanasi Jn. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13h 30m.

How far is it from Howrah Bridge to Varanasi?

The distance between Howrah Bridge and Varanasi is 691 km. The road distance is 665.5 km.

How do I travel from Howrah Bridge to Varanasi without a car?

The best way to get from Howrah Bridge to Varanasi without a car is to train via Sealdah which takes 12h 21m and costs ₹380 - ₹2,900.

How long does it take to get from Howrah Bridge to Varanasi?

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Howrah Bridge to Varanasi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Howrah Bridge to Varanasi train from?

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

Train or fly from Howrah Bridge to Varanasi?

The best way to get from Howrah Bridge to Varanasi is to fly which takes 4h 2m and costs ₹5,500 - ₹11,000. Alternatively, you can train via Sealdah, which costs ₹380 - ₹2,900 and takes 12h 21m.

Where does the Howrah Bridge to Varanasi train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Howrah Bridge to Varanasi?

Yes, the driving distance between Howrah Bridge to Varanasi is 665 km. It takes approximately 9h 53m to drive from Howrah Bridge to Varanasi.

Where can I stay near Varanasi?

There are 1701+ hotels available in Varanasi.

Howrah Bridge to Varanasi - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Howrah Bridge to Varanasi by plane, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Varanasi Airport
best
1. Fly from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Varanasi Airport (VNS)CCU - VNS
4h 2m
₹5,537–10,725
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Howrah Jn to Varanasi Jn12333 / ...
13h 37m
₹380–3,000
Train via Sealdah
1. Take the train from Sealdah to Varanasi Jn22317
12h 21m
₹382–2,868
Drive 665.5 km
1. Drive from Howrah Bridge to Varanasi665.5 km
9h 53m
₹6,957–10,049
Fly to Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Airport, train
1. Fly from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Airport (PAT)CCU - PAT
2. Take the train from Patna Jn to Pt.Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Jn.
6h 33m
₹4,677–13,135

Howrah Bridge to Varanasi by foot and train

36Weekly Services

13h 37mAverage Duration

₹380Cheapest Price

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Distance: 690.9 km
Duration: 4h 2m

What companies run services between Howrah Bridge, India and Varanasi, India?

IndiGo Airlines flies from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Varanasi Airport (VNS) twice daily. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Sealdah to Varanasi Jn once a week. Tickets cost ₹360–2,800 and the journey takes 11h.

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