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

The cheapest way to get from Janakpur to Varanasi is to train which costs ₹320 - ₹2,500 and takes 12h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Janakpur to Varanasi is to drive which takes 5h 54m and costs ₹4,600 - ₹7,000.

Is there a direct train between Janakpur and Varanasi?

No, there is no direct train from Janakpur to Varanasi. However, there are services departing from Janakpur and arriving at Varanasi City via Jaynagar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 39m.

How far is it from Janakpur to Varanasi?

The distance between Janakpur and Varanasi is 502 km. The road distance is 394.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Janakpur to Varanasi without a car is to train which takes 12h 39m and costs ₹320 - ₹2,500.

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

It takes approximately 12h 39m to get from Janakpur to Varanasi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Janakpur to Varanasi train from?

Janakpur to Varanasi train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Jaynagar station.

Train or fly from Janakpur to Varanasi?

The best way to get from Janakpur to Varanasi is to train which takes 12h 39m and costs ₹320 - ₹2,500. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs ₹10,000 - ₹23,000 and takes 8h 12m.

What is the time difference between Janakpur and Varanasi?

Varanasi is 15 min behind Janakpur. It is currently 8:58 PM in Janakpur and 8:43 PM in Varanasi.

Where does the Janakpur to Varanasi train arrive?

Janakpur to Varanasi train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Varanasi City station.

Can I drive from Janakpur to Varanasi?

Yes, the driving distance between Janakpur to Varanasi is 394 km. It takes approximately 5h 54m to drive from Janakpur to Varanasi.

Where can I stay near Varanasi?

There are 1846+ hotels available in Varanasi.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Jaynagar to Varanasi Citytrain 11062
12h 39m
₹324–2,419
Drive 394.1 km
1. Drive from Janakpur to Varanasicar 394.1 km
5h 54m
₹4,622–6,676
Fly from Janakpur Airport
1. Fly from Janakpur Airport (JKR) to Varanasi Airport (VNS)plane JKR - VNS
8h 12m
₹10,692–22,634
Drive to Tribhuvan International Airport, fly
1. Drive from Janakpur to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)car
2. Fly from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Varanasi Airport (VNS)plane KTM - VNS
6h 56m
₹11,409–24,458

Janakpur Airport (JKR) to Varanasi Airport (VNS) flights

28Weekly Planes

6h 47mAverage Duration

₹7,447Cheapest Price

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Distance: 502 km
Duration: 12h 39m

What companies run services between Janakpur, Nepal and Varanasi, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Jaynagar to Varanasi City once daily. Tickets cost ₹280–2,200 and the journey takes 10h 35m. Alternatively, Buddha Air Ltd, IndiGo Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Janakpur Airport (JKR) to Varanasi Airport (VNS) 4 times a day.

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