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

The cheapest way to get from Howrah to Varanasi Jn is to train via Sealdah which costs ₹360 - ₹2,900 and takes 12h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Howrah to Varanasi Jn is to fly which takes 3h 22m and costs ₹5,000 - ₹13,000.

Is there a direct train between Howrah and Varanasi Jn?

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 to Varanasi Jn?

The distance between Howrah and Varanasi Jn is 686 km. The road distance is 669.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Howrah to Varanasi Jn without a car is to train via Sealdah which takes 12h 24m and costs ₹360 - ₹2,900.

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

It takes approximately 3h 22m to get from Howrah to Varanasi Jn, including transfers.

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

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

Train or fly from Howrah to Varanasi Jn?

The best way to get from Howrah to Varanasi Jn is to fly which takes 3h 22m and costs ₹5,000 - ₹13,000. Alternatively, you can train via Sealdah, which costs ₹360 - ₹2,900 and takes 12h 24m.

Where does the Howrah to Varanasi Jn train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Howrah to Varanasi Jn?

Yes, the driving distance between Howrah to Varanasi Jn is 669 km. It takes approximately 9h 58m to drive from Howrah to Varanasi Jn.

Where can I stay near Varanasi Jn?

There are 1834+ hotels available in Varanasi Jn.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Howrah to Varanasi Jn 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
best
1. Fly from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Varanasi Airport (VNS)plane CCU - VNS
3h 22m
₹5,418–12,693
Train via Sealdah
cheapest
1. Take the train from Sealdah to Varanasi Jntrain 22317
12h 24m
₹368–2,880
Drive 669.2 km
1. Drive from Howrah to Varanasi Jncar 669.2 km
9h 58m
₹7,497–10,828
Train
1. Take the train from Howrah Jn to Varanasi Jntrain 12333 / ...
13h 30m
₹380–3,000

Howrah to Varanasi Jn by train

36Weekly Trains

13h 30mAverage Duration

₹380Cheapest Price

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Distance: 686.1 km
Duration: 3h 22m

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