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What is the best way to travel from Delhi to Varanasi?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses and Trains for the journey to Varanasi from Delhi. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Train is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
14h 10m
£8
£11
1
Train
9h 55m
£6
£6
2

What is the cheapest way to reach Varanasi from Delhi?

You can get to Varanasi with just £6 by taking a Train from Indian Railways, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

today
tomorrow
from £8
Saturday
Sunday
from £7
Monday
from £6
Tuesday
Wednesday
from £6

    Cheapest Buses tomorrow

  • FlixBus
    14h 10m
    0
    20:10
    Delhi
    Anand Vihar Bus Terminal
    10:20
    Varanasi
    Red Bus
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £8

    Cheapest Trains Sunday

  • Indian Railways
    11h 28m
    0
    07:55
    Delhi
    Junction Train Station
    19:23
    Varanasi
    Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction Train Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    Economy
    from £7
  • Indian Railways
    9h 55m
    0
    20:15
    Delhi
    Junction Train Station
    06:10
    Varanasi
    Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction Train Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    First Class
    from £7
  • Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    14h 10m
    0
    20:10
    Delhi
    Anand Vihar Bus Terminal
    10:20
    Varanasi
    Red Bus
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £12

    Cheapest Trains Monday

  • Indian Railways
    20h 30m
    0
    21:40
    Delhi
    Junction Train Station
    18:10
    Varanasi
    Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction Train Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    First Class
    from £6

    Cheapest Trains Wednesday

  • Indian Railways
    11h 20m
    0
    23:40
    Delhi
    Junction Train Station
    11:00
    Varanasi
    Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction Train Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    Economy
    from £6
  • Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    14h 10m
    0
    20:10
    Delhi
    Anand Vihar Bus Terminal
    10:20
    Varanasi
    Red Bus
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £12

What are the fastest trips from Delhi to Varanasi?

You can get to Varanasi from Delhi in just 9h 55m with a Train from Indian Railways. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

today
tomorrow
from 14h 10m
Saturday
Sunday
from 9h 55m
Monday
from 20h 30m
Tuesday
Wednesday
from 11h 20m

    Fastest Buses tomorrow

  • FlixBus
    14h 10m
    0
    20:10
    Delhi
    Anand Vihar Bus Terminal
    10:20
    Varanasi
    Red Bus
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £8

    Fastest Trains Sunday

  • Indian Railways
    9h 55m
    0
    20:15
    Delhi
    Junction Train Station
    06:10
    Varanasi
    Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction Train Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    First Class
    from £7
  • Indian Railways
    11h 28m
    0
    07:55
    Delhi
    Junction Train Station
    19:23
    Varanasi
    Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction Train Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    Economy
    from £7
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    14h 10m
    0
    20:10
    Delhi
    Anand Vihar Bus Terminal
    10:20
    Varanasi
    Red Bus
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £12

    Fastest Trains Monday

  • Indian Railways
    20h 30m
    0
    21:40
    Delhi
    Junction Train Station
    18:10
    Varanasi
    Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction Train Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    First Class
    from £6

    Fastest Trains Wednesday

  • Indian Railways
    11h 20m
    0
    23:40
    Delhi
    Junction Train Station
    11:00
    Varanasi
    Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction Train Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    Economy
    from £6
  • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    14h 10m
    0
    20:10
    Delhi
    Anand Vihar Bus Terminal
    10:20
    Varanasi
    Red Bus
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £12
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Delhi to Varanasi

What are the most popular stations in Delhi and Varanasi?

In Delhi, you will usually depart from Anand Vihar Bus Terminal, Junction Train Station or Kashmere Gate Metro Station, while in Varanasi you will be arriving at Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction Train Station, Red Bus or Banaras Train Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Varanasi from Delhi? With 1 connections between 2 Bus and Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Delhi and Varanasi, you can pay as low as £6 with a Train from Indian Railways.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Indian Railways: you will get to Varanasi in just 9h 55m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Delhi and Varanasi are Indian Railways and FlixBus, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Delhi and Varanasi is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from New Delhi or to Mughal Sarāi, and look at flights from Delhi Airport, and landing at . Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Delhi to Varanasi?

The most popular companies between Delhi and Varanasi, are Indian Railways and FlixBus. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Train companies: Indian Railways

All you need to know when you travel from Delhi to Varanasi

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Delhi to Varanasi. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Delhi to Varanasi

How can I reach Varanasi from Delhi?

Every day, there are on average 1 connections between Bus and Train, with which you can get to Varanasi from Delhi.

How far is Varanasi from Delhi?

The distance between Delhi and Varanasi is 682.1 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Delhi and Varanasi?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 18 kgs of CO2, a train 24 kgs, a car 116 kgs, and a flight 168 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Delhi to Varanasi?

You can get to Varanasi with just £6 by taking a Train from Indian Railways.

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

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Varanasi in just 9h 55m with a Train from Indian Railways.

More routes to Delhi and to Varanasi

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Delhi and to Varanasi. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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