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

The cheapest way to get from Varanasi to Bhaktapur is to train and drive which costs $22 - $55 and takes 14h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Varanasi to Bhaktapur is to fly and taxi which takes 7h 11m and costs $130 - $440.

How far is it from Varanasi to Bhaktapur?

The distance between Varanasi and Bhaktapur is 389 km. The road distance is 471.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Varanasi to Bhaktapur without a car is to train and bus which takes 23h 18m and costs $8 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 4h 10m to get from Varanasi to Bhaktapur, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Varanasi and Bhaktapur?

Bhaktapur is 15 min ahead of Varanasi. It is currently 9:59 AM in Varanasi and 10:14 AM in Bhaktapur.

Can I drive from Varanasi to Bhaktapur?

Yes, the driving distance between Varanasi to Bhaktapur is 471 km. It takes approximately 8h 11m to drive from Varanasi to Bhaktapur.

Where can I stay near Bhaktapur?

There are 1545+ hotels available in Bhaktapur.

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

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

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

Fly to Tribhuvan International Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)plane VNS - KTM
2. Take the bus from Khoteshwor to Bhaktapurbus
4h 10m
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Varanasi City to Gorakhpurtrain 15104 / ...
2. Take the bus from Gorakhpur to Swoyambhubus
23h 18m
$8–56
Train, drive
1. Take the train from Varanasi City to Raxaul Jntrain 14008 / ...
2. Drive from Raxaul Jn to Bhaktapurcar
14h 51m
$22–51
Drive 471.1 km
1. Drive from Varanasi to Bhaktapurcar 471.1 km
8h 11m
$61–87
Fly to Simara Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Simara Airport (SIF)plane VNS - SIF
2. Take the taxi from Simara Airport (SIF) to Bhaktapurtaxi
7h 11m
$136–431

Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) flights

3Weekly Planes

35 minAverage Duration

$33Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 389.1 km
Duration: 4h 10m

What companies run services between Varanasi, India and Bhaktapur, Bagmati Province, Nepal?

There is no direct connection from Varanasi to Bhaktapur. However, you can take the bus to Varanasi Airport, walk to Varanasi Airport (VNS) airport, fly to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), walk to Tribhuvan International Airport, take the line 5 bus to Tinkune, walk to Khoteshwor, then take the bus to Bhaktapur. Alternatively, you can take a train from Varanasi City to Bhaktapur via Raxaul Jn in around 14h 51m.

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