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

The cheapest way to get from Howrah to Varanasi is to train via Sealdah which costs ₹370 - ₹2,900 and takes 12h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Howrah to Varanasi is to fly which takes 3h 27m and costs ₹6,000 - ₹14,000.

Is there a direct train between Howrah and Varanasi?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Howrah Jn and arriving at Varanasi Jn. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13h 55m.

How far is it from Howrah to Varanasi?

The distance between Howrah and Varanasi is 686 km. The road distance is 664.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Howrah to Varanasi without a car is to train via Sealdah which takes 12h 25m and costs ₹370 - ₹2,900.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Howrah to Varanasi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Howrah to Varanasi train from?

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

Train or fly from Howrah to Varanasi?

The best way to get from Howrah to Varanasi is to fly which takes 3h 27m and costs ₹6,000 - ₹14,000. Alternatively, you can train via Sealdah, which costs ₹370 - ₹2,900 and takes 12h 25m.

Where does the Howrah to Varanasi train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Howrah to Varanasi?

Yes, the driving distance between Howrah to Varanasi is 665 km. It takes approximately 9h 54m to drive from Howrah to Varanasi.

Where can I stay near Varanasi?

There are 1502+ hotels available in Varanasi.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Howrah to Varanasi by plane, train, ferry, bus, 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 27m
₹6,018–13,668
Train via Sealdah
cheapest
1. Take the train from Sealdah to Varanasi Jntrain 22317
12h 25m
₹373–2,815
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from Howrah Jetty to Fairlieferry
2. Take the bus from Kolkata to Varanasibus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper
15h 6m
₹656–4,608
Drive 664.9 km
1. Drive from Howrah to Varanasicar 664.9 km
9h 54m
₹7,443–10,751
Train
1. Take the train from Howrah Jn to Varanasi Jntrain 12353 / ...
13h 55m
₹380–3,000

Howrah to Varanasi by subway, foot, and train

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12h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 685.6 km
Duration: 3h 27m

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

IndiGo Airlines flies 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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