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

The cheapest way to get from Patna to Varanasi is to train which costs ₹190 - ₹1,500 and takes 4h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Patna to Varanasi is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs ₹2,600 - ₹3,800.

Is there a direct train between Patna and Varanasi?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Patna Jn and arriving at Varanasi Jn. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 32m.

How far is it from Patna to Varanasi?

The distance between Patna and Varanasi is 225 km. The road distance is 240.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Patna to Varanasi without a car is to train via PT. Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Jn. which takes 3h 32m and costs ₹420 - ₹1,700.

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

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from Patna to Varanasi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Patna to Varanasi train from?

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

Train or fly from Patna to Varanasi?

The best way to get from Patna to Varanasi is to train via PT. Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Jn. which takes 3h 32m and costs ₹420 - ₹1,700. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs ₹7,500 - ₹18,000 and takes 6h 18m.

Where does the Patna to Varanasi train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Patna to Varanasi?

Yes, the driving distance between Patna to Varanasi is 240 km. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Patna to Varanasi.

Where can I stay near Varanasi?

There are 987+ hotels available in Varanasi.

Patna to Varanasi - 5 ways to travel via train, car, taxi, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Patna to Varanasi by train, car, taxi, or plane

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Train via PT. Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Jn.
best
1. Take the train from Patna Jn. to PT. Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Jn.train Sang Rajdhani Exp
3h 32m
₹425–1,694
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Patna Jn to Varanasi Jntrain 12391 / ...
4h 32m
₹190–1,500
Drive 240.1 km
1. Drive from Patna to Varanasicar 240.1 km
3h 27m
₹2,617–3,780
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Patna to Varanasitaxi 240.1 km
3h 27m
₹4,000–4,800
Fly
1. Fly from Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Airport (PAT) to Varanasi Airport (VNS)plane PAT - VNS
6h 18m
₹7,746–17,317

Patna to Varanasi by train

88Weekly Trains

4h 32mAverage Duration

₹190Cheapest Price

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Distance: 225.2 km
Duration: 3h 32m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Patna Jn. to PT. Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Jn. once a week. Tickets cost ₹180–1,400 and the journey takes 3h 20m. Alternatively, IndiGo Airlines, Air India Limited, and Air India Express fly from Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Airport (PAT) to Varanasi Airport (VNS) every 4 hours.

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