How to travel from Alappuzha to Varanasi, India

The distance between Alappuzha and Varanasi is around 1,953km (1,214 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train and then fly which takes around 5h 55m.

8 routes found

We've found 8 different ways to get from Alappuzha to Varanasi by train, plane, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out VaranasiAlappuzha if you're planning a return trip.

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Train and Plane

Take the train to Aluva then fly from Kochi (COK) to Varanasi (VNS).

  • Duration5h 55m
  • Flight time3h 35m
  • Typical cost
    ₹11,220($140)
Operated by

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Train

Take the train to Ernakulam Jn and then to Varanasi Jn.

  • Duration2 days 2h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹1,510($19)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Coimbatore and then to Vijayawada Hanumanpet then take the train to Varanasi Jn.

  • Duration2 days 2h
  • Departs3 times a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹4,455($56)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Varanasi.

  • Duration1 day 8h
  • Distance2,311km (1,436 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Alappuzha and Varanasi

There are several options for getting from Alappuzha to Varanasi by train, plane, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹1,510 ($19) and will take around 2 days 2h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and then fly and arrive in approximately 5h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹11,220 ($140).

The distance between Alappuzha and Varanasi is around 1,953km (1,214 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,894km (1,177 miles)

It takes around 5h 55m to get from Alappuzha and Varanasi by train and plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 8h to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Alappuzha to Varanasi is to take the train and then fly which takes around 5h 55m and will set you back approx ₹11,220 ($140).

The cheapest way to travel between Alappuzha and Varanasi, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹1,510 ($19) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

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

There are no direct train services that runs from Alappuzha to Varanasi. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Ernakulam Jn. These services run once a week and will take a minimum of 2 days 2h.

Indian Railways run train services between Alappuzha and Varanasi. Trains depart once a week and will take around 2 days 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 Alappuzha and Varanasi. We recommend that you take the train to Aluva then fly from Kochi (COK) to Varanasi (VNS). instead which will take 5h 55m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Alappuzha to Varanasi. We recommend that you take the train to Aluva then fly from Kochi (COK) to Varanasi (VNS). instead which will take 5h 55m.

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 Alappuzha and Varanasi. The distance is around 2,311km (1,436 miles) by road and it will take around 1 day 8h in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Alappuzha to Varanasi is to take the train and then fly which takes, on average, 5h 55m and will usually cost around ₹11,220 ($140).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Alappuzha and Varanasi

Transport options from Alappuzha to Varanasi
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train and Plane + 4 similar
5h 55m
₹11,220($140)
every 2 hours1,953km (1,214 miles)
Train to Trivandrum Pett, Fly7h 50m
₹16,715($210)
once daily2,677km (1,664 miles)
Train to Aluva, plane8h 10m
₹10,425($130)
every 2 hours2,018km (1,254 miles)
Train to Podanur Jn, Fly9h 50m
₹12,255($155)
once daily2,112km (1,312 miles)
Train to Kozhikkode, Fly10hrs
₹12,655($160)
every 4 hours2,053km (1,276 miles)
Train
2 days 2h
₹1,510($19)
once a week2,874km (1,786 miles)
Bus and Train
2 days 2h
₹4,455($56)
3 times a week2,898km (1,801 miles)
Drive
1 day 8h
₹18,705($235)
on demand2,311km (1,436 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