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

The cheapest way to get from Purnea to Varanasi is to train via Patna which costs ₹410 - ₹3,200 and takes 13h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Purnea to Varanasi is to drive which takes 7h 48m and costs ₹5,500 - ₹8,500.

Is there a direct train between Purnea and Varanasi?

No, there is no direct train from Purnea to Varanasi. However, there are services departing from Purnia Court and arriving at Varanasi Jn via Katihar Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 12m.

How far is it from Purnea to Varanasi?

The distance between Purnea and Varanasi is 614 km. The road distance is 517.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Purnea to Varanasi without a car is to train which takes 12h 12m and costs ₹430 - ₹3,500.

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

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

Where do I catch the Purnea to Varanasi train from?

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

Train or fly from Purnea to Varanasi?

The best way to get from Purnea to Varanasi is to train which takes 12h 12m and costs ₹430 - ₹3,500. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs ₹6,000 - ₹19,000 and takes 9h 5m.

Where does the Purnea to Varanasi train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Purnea to Varanasi?

Yes, the driving distance between Purnea to Varanasi is 517 km. It takes approximately 7h 48m to drive from Purnea to Varanasi.

Where can I stay near Varanasi?

There are 986+ hotels available in Varanasi.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Purnea to Varanasi by train, car, taxi, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Katihar Jn to Varanasi Jntrain 20503 / ...
12h 12m
₹439–3,413
Train via Patna
cheapest
1. Take the train from Purnia Court to Patna Jntrain 18625
2. Take the train from Patna Jn to Varanasi Jntrain 12391 / ...
13h 54m
₹410–3,167
Drive 517.5 km
1. Drive from Purnea to Varanasicar 517.5 km
7h 48m
₹5,660–8,176
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Purnea to Varanasitaxi 517.5 km
7h 48m
₹6,500–8,500
Fly
1. Fly from Purnea Airport (PXN) to Varanasi Airport (VNS)plane PXN - VNS
9h 5m
₹6,248–18,319

Purnea to Varanasi by train

7Weekly Trains

12h 12mAverage Duration

₹439Cheapest Price

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Distance: 614.3 km
Duration: 12h 12m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Katihar Jn to Varanasi Jn twice daily. Tickets cost ₹320–2,500 and the journey takes 10h 10m. Alternatively, IndiGo Airlines and Star Air fly from Purnea Airport (PXN) to Varanasi Airport (VNS) 3 times a day.

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