What is the cheapest way to get from Jammu to Sarnath?

The cheapest way to get from Jammu to Sarnath is to train which costs ₹650 - ₹5,500 and takes 23h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Jammu to Sarnath?

The fastest way to get from Jammu to Sarnath is to fly which takes 4h 18m and costs ₹9,500 - ₹20,000.

Is there a direct train between Jammu and Sarnath?

No, there is no direct train from Jammu to Sarnath. However, there are services departing from Jammu Tawi and arriving at Sarnath via Varanasi Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 52m.

How far is it from Jammu to Sarnath?

The distance between Jammu and Sarnath is 1150 km. The road distance is 1274.3 km.

How do I travel from Jammu to Sarnath without a car?

The best way to get from Jammu to Sarnath without a car is to train which takes 23h 52m and costs ₹650 - ₹5,500.

How long does it take to get from Jammu to Sarnath?

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Jammu to Sarnath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Jammu to Sarnath train from?

Jammu to Sarnath train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Jammu Tawi station.

Train, bus or fly from Jammu to Sarnath?

The best way to get from Jammu to Sarnath is to fly which takes 4h 18m and costs ₹9,500 - ₹20,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹650 - ₹5,500 and takes 23h 52m, you could also bus, which costs ₹1,800 - ₹3,800 and takes 27h 31m.

Where does the Jammu to Sarnath train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Jammu to Sarnath?

Yes, the driving distance between Jammu to Sarnath is 1274 km. It takes approximately 19h 17m to drive from Jammu to Sarnath.

Where can I stay near Sarnath?

There are 974+ hotels available in Sarnath.

Jammu to Sarnath - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Jammu to Sarnath by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Jammu Airport (IXJ) to Varanasi Airport (VNS)plane IXJ - VNS
4h 18m
₹9,586–19,343
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Jammu Tawi to Varanasi Jntrain 12238 / ...
23h 52m
₹688–5,178
Bus
1. Take the bus from Jammu Bus terminal to Delhi- ISBT Kashmiri Gatebus
2. Take the bus from ISBT Kashmiri Gate to Varanasibus
27h 31m
₹1,885–3,740
Drive 1,274.3 km
1. Drive from Jammu to Sarnathcar 1,274.3 km
19h 17m
₹14,051–20,295
Train via Aunrihar Jn
1. Take the train from Jammu Tawi to Aunrihar Jntrain 14612
25h 27m
₹696–5,289

Jammu to Sarnath by train

20Weekly Trains

23h 52mAverage Duration

₹688Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,150.3 km
Duration: 4h 18m

What companies run services between Jammu, India and Sarnath, India?

IndiGo Airlines, Spicejet, and Air India Limited fly from Jammu Airport (IXJ) to Varanasi Airport (VNS) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Jammu Tawi to Varanasi Jn 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₹550–4,400 and the journey takes 22h 30m.

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