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

The cheapest way to get from Katihar to Varanasi is to train which costs ₹320 - ₹2,500 and takes 10h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Katihar to Varanasi is to fly which takes 4h 41m and costs ₹11,000 - ₹32,000.

Is there a direct bus between Katihar and Varanasi?

No, there is no direct bus from Katihar to Varanasi. However, there are services departing from Purnia and arriving at Varanasi via Patna. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Katihar and Varanasi?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Katihar Jn and arriving at Varanasi Jn. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 10m.

How far is it from Katihar to Varanasi?

The distance between Katihar and Varanasi is 516 km. The road distance is 534.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Katihar to Varanasi without a car is to train which takes 10h 10m and costs ₹320 - ₹2,500.

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

It takes approximately 4h 41m to get from Katihar to Varanasi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Katihar to Varanasi bus from?

Katihar to Varanasi bus services, operated by Sri Krishna Rath Travels, depart from Purnia station.

Where do I catch the Katihar to Varanasi train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Katihar to Varanasi?

The best way to get from Katihar to Varanasi is to fly which takes 4h 41m and costs ₹11,000 - ₹32,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹320 - ₹2,500 and takes 10h 10m, you could also bus, which costs and takes 14h 17m.

Where does the Katihar to Varanasi bus arrive?

Katihar to Varanasi bus services, operated by Sri Krishna Rath Travels, arrive at Patna station.

Where does the Katihar to Varanasi train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Katihar to Varanasi?

Yes, the driving distance between Katihar to Varanasi is 534 km. It takes approximately 7h 46m to drive from Katihar to Varanasi.

Where can I stay near Varanasi?

There are 1554+ hotels available in Varanasi.

Katihar to Varanasi - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Katihar to Varanasi by plane, train, bus, car, or taxi

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Fly from Purnea Airport
best
1. Fly from Purnea Airport (PXN) to Varanasi Airport (VNS)plane PXN - VNS
4h 41m
₹11,280–31,572
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Katihar Jn to Varanasi Jntrain 20503 / ...
10h 10m
₹320–2,500
Bus
1. Take the bus from Purnia to Patnabus redbusIndia_A/C Seater / Sleeper / ...
2. Take the bus from Patna to Varanasibus redbusIndia_A/C Seater / Sleeper
14h 17m
Drive 534.4 km
1. Drive from Katihar to Varanasicar 534.4 km
7h 46m
₹5,173–7,472
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Katihar to Varanasitaxi 534.4 km
7h 46m
₹10,000–13,000
Train to Bagdogra Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Katihar Jn to New Jalpaiguritrain
2. Fly from Bagdogra Airport (IXB) to Varanasi Airport (VNS)plane IXB - VNS
8h 17m
₹8,584–18,478

Katihar to Varanasi by train

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Distance: 515.6 km
Duration: 4h 41m

What companies run services between Katihar, India and Varanasi, India?

IndiGo Airlines and Star Air fly from Purnea Airport (PXN) to Varanasi Airport (VNS) twice daily. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Katihar Jn to Varanasi Jn twice daily. Tickets cost ₹320–2,500 and the journey takes 10h 10m.

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