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

The cheapest way to get from Kathmandu to Varanasi is to bus and train via Sultānpur which costs ₹330 - ₹3,600 and takes 16h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kathmandu to Varanasi is to fly which takes 5h 47m and costs ₹9,000 - ₹22,000.

How far is it from Kathmandu to Varanasi?

The distance between Kathmandu and Varanasi is 581 km. The road distance is 467.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Kathmandu to Varanasi without a car is to bus and train via Sultānpur which takes 16h 50m and costs ₹330 - ₹3,600.

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

It takes approximately 12h 44m to get from Kathmandu to Varanasi, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Kathmandu to Varanasi?

The best way to get from Kathmandu to Varanasi is to bus which takes 24h and costs ₹3,700 - ₹4,200. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs ₹9,000 - ₹22,000 and takes 5h 47m.

What is the time difference between Kathmandu and Varanasi?

Varanasi is 15 min behind Kathmandu. It is currently 8:36 AM in Kathmandu and 8:21 AM in Varanasi.

Can I drive from Kathmandu to Varanasi?

Yes, the driving distance between Kathmandu to Varanasi is 468 km. It takes approximately 7h 55m to drive from Kathmandu to Varanasi.

Where can I stay near Varanasi?

There are 1846+ hotels available in Varanasi.

Kathmandu to Varanasi - 8 ways to travel via train, car, bus, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Kathmandu to Varanasi by car, train, bus, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Drive, train
best
1. Drive from Kathmandu to Gawnahacar
2. Take the train from Narkatiaganj Jn to Varanasi Jntrain 12537
12h 44m
₹2,484–5,882
Bus, train via Sultānpur
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kathmandu to Faizabadbus
2. Take the train from Ayodhya Cantt to Sultanpurtrain
3. Take the train from Sultanpur to Varanasi Jntrain
16h 50m
₹337–3,532
Drive 467.8 km
1. Drive from Kathmandu to Varanasicar 467.8 km
7h 55m
₹5,531–7,989
Fly to Bhairawa, train
1. Fly from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Bhairawa (BWA)plane KTM - BWA
2. Take the train from Nautanwa to Varanasi Jntrain
10h 2m
₹8,333–10,372
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Swoyambhu to Gorakhpurbus
2. Take the train from Gorakhpur to Varanasi Citytrain 15004 / ...
20h 53m
₹822–5,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kathmandu Swoyambhu to Lucknowbus
2. Take the bus from Alambagh to Varanasibus
24h
₹3,766–4,133
Fly to Varanasi Airport
1. Fly from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Varanasi Airport (VNS)plane KTM - VNS
5h 47m
₹9,174–21,138
Fly to Simara Airport, train
1. Fly from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Simara Airport (SIF)plane KTM - SIF
2. Take the train from Raxaul Jn to Varanasi Citytrain
14h 28m
₹23,642–50,166

Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Bhairawa (BWA) flights

126Weekly Planes

33 minAverage Duration

₹3,306Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kathmandu to Varanasi.

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Distance: 581.4 km
Duration: 12h 44m

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

You can take a bus from Kathmandu Swoyambhu to Varanasi via Lucknow, Charbagh, Alambagh Bus Stand, and Alambagh in around 24h. Alternatively, Buddha Air Ltd flies from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Varanasi Airport (VNS) 3 times a week.

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