How to travel from Aligarh to Varanasi, India

The distance between Aligarh and Varanasi is around 618km (384 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train and then fly which takes around 4h 30m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Aligarh to Varanasi by train, plane, taxi and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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

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Train and Plane

Take the train to New Delhi then fly from Delhi (DEL) to Varanasi (VNS).

  • Duration4h 30m
  • Flight time1h 40m
  • Typical cost
    ₹6,365($80)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Train

Take the train to Varanasi Jn.

  • Duration9hrs
  • Departs5 times a day
  • Typical cost
    ₹320($4)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Taxi

Take a taxi to Varanasi.

  • Duration8h 30m
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    ₹13,530($170)
Operated by

Shivam Tours and Travels

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Drive

Drive to Varanasi.

  • Duration8h 30m
  • Distance618km (384 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Aligarh and Varanasi

There are several options for getting from Aligarh to Varanasi by train, plane, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹320 ($4) and will take around 9hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and then fly and arrive in approximately 4h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹6,365 ($80).

The distance between Aligarh and Varanasi is around 618km (384 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 556km (345 miles)

It takes around 4h 30m to get from Aligarh and Varanasi by train and plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 8h 30m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Aligarh to Varanasi is to take the train and then fly which takes around 4h 30m and will set you back approx ₹6,365 ($80).

The cheapest way to travel between Aligarh and Varanasi, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹320 ($4) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Aligarh and Varanasi. It typically takes around 9hrs and departs 4 times a day.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Aligarh and Varanasi with no changeovers required. The train runs 4 times a day and takes 9hrs.

Indian Railways run train services between Aligarh and Varanasi. Trains depart 4 times a day and will take around 9hrs, 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 Aligarh and Varanasi. We recommend that you take the train to New Delhi then fly from Delhi (DEL) to Varanasi (VNS). instead which will take 4h 30m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Aligarh to Varanasi. We recommend that you take the train to New Delhi then fly from Delhi (DEL) to Varanasi (VNS). instead which will take 4h 30m.

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 Aligarh and Varanasi. The distance is around 618km (384 miles) by road and it will take around 8h 30m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Aligarh to Varanasi is to take the train and then fly which takes, on average, 4h 30m and will usually cost around ₹6,365 ($80).

How do I get from Aligarh to Varanasi

Compare travel optionsbetween Aligarh and Varanasi

Transport options from Aligarh to Varanasi
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train and Plane
4h 30m
₹6,365($80)
every 3 hours841km (522 miles)
Train
9hrs
₹320($4)
5 times a day628km (390 miles)
Taxi
8h 30m
₹13,530($170)
on demand618km (384 miles)
Drive
8h 30m
₹5,810($73)
on demand618km (384 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