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

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Trains and Buses for the journey to Patna from Varanasi. 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!
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What is the cheapest way to reach Patna from Varanasi?

You can get to Patna with just £4 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
Wednesday
from £4
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
from £4
Sunday

    Cheapest Trains Wednesday

  • Indian Railways
    3h 15m
    0
    00:35
    Varanasi
    Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction Train Station
    03:50
    Patna
    Patliputra Train Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    First Class
    from £4
  • Indian Railways
    3h 7m
    0
    03:28
    Varanasi
    Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction Train Station
    06:35
    Patna
    Train Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    Economy
    from £4
  • Indian Railways
    3h 22m
    0
    03:43
    Varanasi
    Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction Train Station
    07:05
    Patna
    Train Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    Economy
    from £4
  • Indian Railways
    3h 30m
    0
    07:40
    Varanasi
    Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction Train Station
    11:10
    Patna
    Train Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    Economy
    from £4
  • Indian Railways
    4h 30m
    0
    08:00
    Varanasi
    Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction Train Station
    12:30
    Patna
    Train Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    First Class
    from £4

    Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • Indian Railways
    3h 15m
    0
    00:35
    Varanasi
    Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction Train Station
    03:50
    Patna
    Patliputra Train Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    First Class
    from £4
  • Indian Railways
    2h 42m
    0
    01:33
    Varanasi
    Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction Train Station
    04:15
    Patna
    Patliputra Train Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    Economy
    from £4
  • Indian Railways
    4h 5m
    0
    18:20
    Varanasi
    Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction Train Station
    22:25
    Patna
    Patliputra Train Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    Economy
    from £4
  • Indian Railways
    2h 30m
    0
    02:10
    Varanasi
    Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction Train Station
    04:40
    Patna
    Train Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    Economy
    from £4
  • Indian Railways
    3h 7m
    0
    03:28
    Varanasi
    Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction Train Station
    06:35
    Patna
    Train Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    Economy
    from £4

What are the fastest trips from Varanasi to Patna?

You can get to Patna from Varanasi in just 2h 30m 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
Wednesday
from 3h 7m
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
from 2h 30m
Sunday

    Fastest Trains Wednesday

  • Indian Railways
    3h 7m
    0
    03:28
    Varanasi
    Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction Train Station
    06:35
    Patna
    Train Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    Economy
    from £4
  • Indian Railways
    3h 15m
    0
    00:35
    Varanasi
    Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction Train Station
    03:50
    Patna
    Patliputra Train Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    First Class
    from £4
  • Indian Railways
    3h 22m
    0
    03:43
    Varanasi
    Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction Train Station
    07:05
    Patna
    Train Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    Economy
    from £4
  • Indian Railways
    3h 30m
    0
    07:40
    Varanasi
    Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction Train Station
    11:10
    Patna
    Train Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    Economy
    from £4
  • Indian Railways
    4h 30m
    0
    08:00
    Varanasi
    Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction Train Station
    12:30
    Patna
    Train Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    First Class
    from £4

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • Indian Railways
    2h 30m
    0
    02:10
    Varanasi
    Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction Train Station
    04:40
    Patna
    Train Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    Economy
    from £4
  • Indian Railways
    2h 42m
    0
    01:33
    Varanasi
    Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction Train Station
    04:15
    Patna
    Patliputra Train Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    Economy
    from £4
  • Indian Railways
    3h 7m
    0
    03:28
    Varanasi
    Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction Train Station
    06:35
    Patna
    Train Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    Economy
    from £4
  • Indian Railways
    3h 15m
    0
    00:35
    Varanasi
    Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction Train Station
    03:50
    Patna
    Patliputra Train Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    First Class
    from £4
  • Indian Railways
    4h 5m
    0
    18:20
    Varanasi
    Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction Train Station
    22:25
    Patna
    Patliputra Train Station
    0
    Indian Railways
    Economy
    from £4
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Varanasi to Patna

What are the most popular stations in Varanasi and Patna?

In Varanasi, you will usually depart from Banaras Train Station, Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction Train Station or Red Bus, while in Patna you will be arriving at TN Banerjee Rd, Mithapur Rd or Patliputra 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 Patna from Varanasi? With 5 connections between 2 Train and Bus 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 Patna, you can pay as low as £4 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 Patna in just 2h 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 Patna are Indian Railways, 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 Patna 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 Patna Airport, and look at flights from , and landing at Patna 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 Patna?

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

Train companies: Indian Railways

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

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Varanasi to Patna. 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 Patna

How can I reach Patna from Varanasi?

Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Patna from Varanasi.

How far is Patna from Varanasi?

The distance between Varanasi and Patna is 215.6 km.

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

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 6 kgs of CO2, a train 8 kgs, a car 37 kgs, and a flight 53 kgs.

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

You can get to Patna with just £4 by taking a Train from Indian Railways.

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

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 Patna in just 2h 30m with a Train from Indian Railways.

More routes to Varanasi and to Patna

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

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