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

The cheapest way to get from Howrah Station to Varanasi is to train via Sealdah which costs ₹370 - ₹2,900 and takes 12h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Howrah Station to Varanasi is to fly which takes 3h 57m and costs ₹6,000 - ₹14,000.

Is there a direct train between Howrah Station 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 Station to Varanasi?

The distance between Howrah Station and Varanasi is 691 km. The road distance is 665.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Howrah Station to Varanasi without a car is to train via Sealdah which takes 12h 21m and costs ₹370 - ₹2,900.

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

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Howrah Station to Varanasi, including transfers.

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

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

Train or fly from Howrah Station to Varanasi?

The best way to get from Howrah Station to Varanasi is to fly which takes 3h 57m and costs ₹6,000 - ₹14,000. Alternatively, you can train via Sealdah, which costs ₹370 - ₹2,900 and takes 12h 21m.

Where does the Howrah Station to Varanasi train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Howrah Station to Varanasi?

Yes, the driving distance between Howrah Station to Varanasi is 666 km. It takes approximately 9h 55m to drive from Howrah Station to Varanasi.

Where can I stay near Varanasi?

There are 1804+ hotels available in Varanasi.

Howrah Station to Varanasi - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Howrah Station to Varanasi by plane, train, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Varanasi Airport (VNS)plane CCU - VNS
3h 57m
₹6,033–13,725
Train via Sealdah
cheapest
1. Take the train from Sealdah to Varanasi Jntrain 22317
12h 21m
₹376–2,867
Drive 665.6 km
1. Drive from Howrah Station to Varanasicar 665.6 km
9h 55m
₹7,075–10,219
Train
1. Take the train from Howrah Jn to Varanasi Jntrain 12333 / ...
13h 37m
₹380–3,000

Howrah Station to Varanasi by foot and train

36Weekly Services

13h 37mAverage Duration

₹380Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Howrah Station to Varanasi.

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Distance: 690.6 km
Duration: 3h 57m

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

IndiGo Airlines and Air India Express fly from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Varanasi Airport (VNS) 3 times a day. 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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