How to travel from Gorakhpur to Varanasi, India

The distance between Gorakhpur and Varanasi is around 199km (124 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a taxi which takes around 2h 50m.

3 routes found

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

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

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Train

Take the train to Varanasi Jn.

  • Duration3h 50m
  • Departsevery 2 hours
  • Typical cost
    ₹160($2)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Taxi

Take a taxi to Varanasi.

  • Duration2h 50m
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    ₹5,175($65)
Operated by

Trishna Tour And Travels

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Drive

Drive to Varanasi.

  • Duration2h 50m
  • Distance199km (124 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Gorakhpur and Varanasi

There are several options for getting from Gorakhpur to Varanasi by train, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹160 ($2) and will take around 3h 50m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take a taxi and arrive in approximately 2h 50m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹5,175 ($65).

The distance between Gorakhpur and Varanasi is around 199km (124 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 153km (95 miles)

It takes around 3h 50m to get from Gorakhpur and Varanasi by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 50m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Gorakhpur to Varanasi is to take a taxi which takes around 2h 50m and will set you back approx ₹5,175 ($65).

The cheapest way to travel between Gorakhpur and Varanasi, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹160 ($2) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Gorakhpur and Varanasi. It typically takes around 3h 50m and departs twice a week.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Gorakhpur and Varanasi with no changeovers required. The train runs twice a week and takes 3h 50m.

Indian Railways run train services between Gorakhpur and Varanasi. Trains depart twice a week and will take around 3h 50m, 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 Gorakhpur and Varanasi. We recommend that you take a taxi to Varanasi. instead which will take 2h 50m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Gorakhpur to Varanasi. We recommend that you take the train to Varanasi Jn. instead which will take 3h 50m.

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 Gorakhpur and Varanasi. The distance is around 199km (124 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 50m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Gorakhpur to Varanasi is to take the train which takes, on average, 3h 50m and will usually cost around ₹160 ($2).

How do I get from Gorakhpur to Varanasi

Compare travel optionsbetween Gorakhpur and Varanasi

Transport options from Gorakhpur to Varanasi
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
3h 50m
₹160($2)
every 2 hours231km (143 miles)
Taxi
2h 50m
₹5,175($65)
on demand199km (124 miles)
Drive
2h 50m
₹1,910($24)
on demand199km (124 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