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

The cheapest way to get from Kathmandu to Varanasi is to drive and train which costs ₹1,800 - ₹4,500 and takes 13h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kathmandu to Varanasi is to drive which takes 7h 55m and costs ₹5,000 - ₹8,000.

How far is it from Kathmandu to Varanasi?

The distance between Kathmandu and Varanasi is 603 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 which takes 20h 53m and costs ₹3,600 - ₹5,000.

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

It takes approximately 13h 48m to get from Kathmandu to Varanasi, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Kathmandu and Varanasi?

Varanasi is 15 min behind Kathmandu. It is currently 1:58 PM in Kathmandu and 1:43 PM 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 1812+ hotels available in Varanasi.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Kathmandu to Varanasi by car, train, bus, or plane

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Drive, train
best
1. Drive from Kathmandu to Raxaul Jn
2. Take the train from Raxaul Jn to Varanasi City14007 / ...
13h 48m
₹1,877–4,421
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Swoyambhu to Gorakhpur
2. Take the train from Gorakhpur to Varanasi City15004 / ...
20h 53m
₹3,690–5,000
Drive 467.8 km
1. Drive from Kathmandu to Varanasi467.8 km
7h 55m
₹5,350–7,727
Fly to Bhairawa, train
1. Fly from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Bhairawa (BWA)KTM - BWA
2. Take the train from Nautanwa to Varanasi Jn
10h 7m
₹8,004–10,125
Fly to Simara Airport, train
1. Fly from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Simara Airport (SIF)KTM - SIF
2. Take the train from Raxaul Jn to Varanasi City
14h 28m
₹3,715–26,503

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

105Weekly Planes

30 minAverage Duration

₹3,349Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kathmandu to Varanasi.

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Distance: 603.1 km
Duration: 13h 48m

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

There is no direct connection from Kathmandu to Varanasi. However, you can drive to Raxaul Jn then take the train to Varanasi City. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swoyambhu to Varanasi City via Gorakhpur and Gorakhpur in around 20h 53m.

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