How to get from Varanasi to Kanpur

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

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Carpool to Kanpur from Varanasi. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 14 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Carpool is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
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6h 0m
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Car
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What is the cheapest way to reach Kanpur from Varanasi?

You can reach Kanpur with just £6 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Saturday
Sunday
Monday
from £10
Tuesday
from £6
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • Laxmi Holidays
    7h 0m
    0
    16:30
    Varanasi
    Bus Stand
    23:30
    Kanpur
    Jhakarkati Bus Stand
    0
    Laxmi Holidays
    Premium Economy
    £10
  • Amar Travels
    7h 45m
    0
    18:00
    Varanasi
    Bus Stand
    01:45
    Kanpur
    Jhakarkati Bus Stand
    0
    Amar Travels
    First Class
    £12
  • Shree Saroj Travels
    8h 30m
    0
    17:00
    Varanasi
    Bus Stand
    01:30
    Kanpur
    Jhakarkati Bus Stand
    0
    Shree Saroj Travels
    Premium Economy
    £13
  • Jamna Travels
    7h 5m
    0
    18:00
    Varanasi
    Bus Stand
    01:05
    Kanpur
    Jhakarkati Bus Stand
    0
    Jamna Travels
    First Class
    £14
  • Kalpana Travels Kanpur
    6h 0m
    0
    17:00
    Varanasi
    Bus Stand
    23:00
    Kanpur
    Jhakarkati Bus Stand
    0
    Kalpana Travels Kanpur
    First Class
    £16

    Cheapest Carpool Tuesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    4h 30m
    0
    06:00
    Varanasi
    10:30
    Kanpur
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £6

What are the fastest trips from Varanasi to Kanpur?

You can get to Kanpur from Varanasi in just 4h 30m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Saturday
Sunday
Monday
from 6h 0m
Tuesday
from 4h 30m
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • Kalpana Travels Kanpur
    6h 0m
    0
    17:00
    Varanasi
    Bus Stand
    23:00
    Kanpur
    Jhakarkati Bus Stand
    0
    Kalpana Travels Kanpur
    First Class
    £16
  • Laxmi Holidays
    7h 0m
    0
    16:30
    Varanasi
    Bus Stand
    23:30
    Kanpur
    Jhakarkati Bus Stand
    0
    Laxmi Holidays
    Premium Economy
    £10
  • Jamna Travels
    7h 5m
    0
    18:00
    Varanasi
    Bus Stand
    01:05
    Kanpur
    Jhakarkati Bus Stand
    0
    Jamna Travels
    First Class
    £14
  • Amar Travels
    7h 45m
    0
    18:00
    Varanasi
    Bus Stand
    01:45
    Kanpur
    Jhakarkati Bus Stand
    0
    Amar Travels
    First Class
    £12
  • Shree Saroj Travels
    8h 30m
    0
    17:00
    Varanasi
    Bus Stand
    01:30
    Kanpur
    Jhakarkati Bus Stand
    0
    Shree Saroj Travels
    Premium Economy
    £13

    Fastest Carpool Tuesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    4h 30m
    0
    06:00
    Varanasi
    10:30
    Kanpur
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £6
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Varanasi to Kanpur

What are the most popular stations in Varanasi and Kanpur?

In Varanasi, you will usually depart from Red Bus, Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction Train Station or Banaras Train Station, while in Kanpur you will be arriving at Jhakarkati Bus Stand, Bus Stop or Kanpur Anwarganj 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 Kanpur from Varanasi? With 3 connections between 14 Bus and Carpool 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 Varanasi and Kanpur, you can pay as low as £6 with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

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 Carpool from BlaBlaCar: you will get to Kanpur in just 4h 30m.

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 Varanasi and Kanpur are Laxmi Holidays, Amar Travels and Shree Saroj Travels, 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 Varanasi and Kanpur 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 Mughal Sarāi or to Kanpur Airport, and look at flights from , and landing at Kanpur Airport. 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 Varanasi to Kanpur?

The most popular companies between Varanasi and Kanpur, are Laxmi Holidays, Amar Travels and Shree Saroj Travels. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: Laxmi Holidays, Amar Travels, Shree Saroj Travels and 2 more.

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

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

FAQs about the trip from Varanasi to Kanpur

How can I reach Kanpur from Varanasi?

Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Bus and Carpool, with which you can get to Kanpur from Varanasi.

How far is Kanpur from Varanasi?

The distance between Varanasi and Kanpur is 295.2 km.

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

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 8 kgs of CO2, a train 10 kgs, a car 50 kgs, and a flight 73 kgs.

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

You can get to Kanpur with just £6 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

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

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 Kanpur in just 4h 30m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

More routes to Varanasi and to Kanpur

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

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