How to travel from Ahmedabad to Varanasi, India

The distance between Ahmedabad and Varanasi is around 1,104km (686 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3hrs.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Ahmedabad to Varanasi by plane, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Ahmedabad (AMD) to Varanasi (VNS).

  • Duration3hrs
  • Flight time2h 30m
  • Typical cost
    ₹8,595($110)
Operated by

Spicejet

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Train

Take the train to Kashi.

  • Duration1 day 2h
  • Departsevery 20 mins
  • Typical cost
    ₹715($9)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Drive

Drive to Varanasi.

  • Duration18h 35m
  • Distance1,264km (786 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Ahmedabad and Varanasi

There are several options for getting from Ahmedabad to Varanasi by plane, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹715 ($9) and will take around 1 day 2h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹8,595 ($110).

The distance between Ahmedabad and Varanasi is around 1,104km (686 miles).

It takes around 3hrs to get from Ahmedabad and Varanasi by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 18h 35m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Ahmedabad to Varanasi is to fly which takes around 3hrs and will set you back approx ₹8,595 ($110).

The cheapest way to travel between Ahmedabad and Varanasi, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹715 ($9) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Ahmedabad and Varanasi. It typically takes around 1 day 2h and departs once a week.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Ahmedabad and Varanasi with no changeovers required. The train runs once a week and takes 1 day 2h.

Indian Railways run train services between Ahmedabad and Varanasi. Trains depart once a week and will take around 1 day 2h, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Ahmedabad and Varanasi. We recommend that you fly from Ahmedabad (AMD) to Varanasi (VNS). instead which will take 3hrs.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Ahmedabad and Varanasi. Flights depart from Ahmedabad (AMD) and arrive at Varanasi (VNS). The flight takes around 2h 30m.

Yes there is a direct flight between Ahmedabad and Varanasi with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 2h 30m.

Spicejet and IndiGo Airlines fly between Ahmedabad and Varanasi. Flights depart from Ahmedabad (AMD) and and arrive into Varanasi (VNS). These flights usually take around 2h 30m.

The flight from Ahmedabad to Varanasi typically takes around 2h 30m. Flights depart from Ahmedabad (AMD) and and arrive into Varanasi (VNS).

The closest major airport to Varanasi is Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS) (VNS) which is approximately 20km (12 miles) from Varanasi. Allahabad Airport (IXD) (IXD) and Gaya Airport (GAY) (GAY) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Ahmedabad and Varanasi. The distance is around 1,264km (786 miles) by road and it will take around 18h 35m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Ahmedabad to Varanasi is to fly which takes, on average, 3hrs and will usually cost around ₹8,595 ($110).

How do I get from Ahmedabad to Varanasi

Compare travel optionsbetween Ahmedabad and Varanasi

Transport options from Ahmedabad to Varanasi
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
3hrs
₹8,595($110)
on demand1,104km (686 miles)
Train
1 day 2h
₹715($9)
every 20 mins1,435km (892 miles)
Drive
18h 35m
₹10,265($130)
on demand1,264km (786 miles)

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Airports near Varanasi

The following major airports near Varanasi offer regular flights to various popular destinations within India and internationally.

VNS
Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
Domestic Airport
Distance
20km (12 miles) from Varanasi
IXD
Allahabad Airport (IXD)
Domestic Airport
Distance
128km (80 miles) from Varanasi
GAY
Gaya Airport (GAY)
International Airport
Distance
206km (128 miles) from Varanasi