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

The cheapest way to get from Varanasi to Patna is to train which costs ₹190 - ₹1,500 and takes 8h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Varanasi to Patna is to train via Pt.Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Jn. which takes 2h 44m and costs ₹420 - ₹1,800.

Is there a direct train between Varanasi and Patna?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Varanasi Jn and arriving at Patna Jn. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 55m.

How far is it from Varanasi to Patna?

The distance between Varanasi and Patna is 226 km. The road distance is 240.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Varanasi to Patna without a car is to train via Pt.Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Jn. which takes 2h 44m and costs ₹420 - ₹1,800.

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

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Varanasi to Patna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Varanasi to Patna train from?

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

Train or fly from Varanasi to Patna?

The best way to get from Varanasi to Patna is to train via Pt.Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Jn. which takes 2h 44m and costs ₹420 - ₹1,800. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs ₹7,000 - ₹18,000 and takes 3h 54m.

Where does the Varanasi to Patna train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Varanasi to Patna?

Yes, the driving distance between Varanasi to Patna is 240 km. It takes approximately 3h 28m to drive from Varanasi to Patna.

Where can I stay near Patna?

There are 254+ hotels available in Patna.

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

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

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Train via Pt.Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Jn.
best
1. Take the train from Pt.Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Jn. to Patna Jn12310 / ...
2h 44m
₹421–1,785
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Varanasi Jn to Patna Jn03289 / ...
8h 55m
₹190–1,500
Drive 240.1 km
1. Drive from Varanasi to Patna240.1 km
3h 28m
₹2,534–3,659
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Varanasi to Patna240.1 km
3h 28m
₹4,000–4,800
Fly
1. Fly from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Airport (PAT)VNS - PAT
3h 54m
₹7,254–17,897

Varanasi to Patna by train

88Weekly Trains

8h 55mAverage Duration

₹190Cheapest Price

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Distance: 225.6 km
Duration: 2h 44m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Pt.Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Jn. to Patna Jn hourly. Tickets cost ₹180–1,500 and the journey takes 2h 30m. Alternatively, IndiGo Airlines, Air India Limited, and Air India Express fly from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Airport (PAT) every 2 hours.

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