How to travel from Hyderabad to Varanasi, India

The distance between Hyderabad and Varanasi is around 1,068km (664 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 20m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Hyderabad 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.

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

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Fly

Fly from Hyderabad (HYD) to Varanasi (VNS).

  • Duration3h 20m
  • Flight time2hrs
  • Typical cost
    ₹8,835($110)
Operated by

IndiGo Airlines

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Train

Take the train to Varanasi Jn.

  • Duration1 day 4h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ₹795($10)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Drive

Drive to Varanasi.

  • Duration17h 20m
  • Distance1,202km (747 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Hyderabad and Varanasi

There are several options for getting from Hyderabad to Varanasi by plane, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹795 ($10) and will take around 1 day 4h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹8,835 ($110).

The distance between Hyderabad and Varanasi is around 1,068km (664 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,003km (623 miles)

It takes around 3h 20m to get from Hyderabad and Varanasi by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 17h 20m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Hyderabad to Varanasi is to fly which takes around 3h 20m and will set you back approx ₹8,835 ($110).

The cheapest way to travel between Hyderabad and Varanasi, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹795 ($10) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Hyderabad and Varanasi. It typically takes around 1 day 4h and departs once daily.

There are no direct train services that runs from Hyderabad to Varanasi. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Ameerpet, Secunderabad and Secunderabad. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 1 day 4h.

Indian Railways run train services between Hyderabad and Varanasi. Trains depart once daily and will take around 1 day 4h, 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 Hyderabad and Varanasi. We recommend that you fly from Hyderabad (HYD) to Varanasi (VNS). instead which will take 3h 20m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Hyderabad and Varanasi. Flights depart from Hyderabad (HYD) and arrive at Varanasi (VNS). The flight takes around 2hrs.

Yes there is a direct flight between Hyderabad and Varanasi with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 2hrs.

IndiGo Airlines fly between Hyderabad and Varanasi. Flights depart from Hyderabad (HYD) and and arrive into Varanasi (VNS). These flights usually take around 2hrs.

The flight from Hyderabad to Varanasi typically takes around 2hrs. Flights depart from Hyderabad (HYD) 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 Hyderabad and Varanasi. The distance is around 1,202km (747 miles) by road and it will take around 17h 20m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Hyderabad to Varanasi is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 20m and will usually cost around ₹8,835 ($110).

How do I get from Hyderabad to Varanasi

Compare travel optionsbetween Hyderabad and Varanasi

Transport options from Hyderabad to Varanasi
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
3h 20m
₹8,835($110)
every 30 mins1,068km (664 miles)
Train
1 day 4h
₹795($10)
once daily1,622km (1,008 miles)
Drive
17h 20m
₹9,790($125)
on demand1,202km (747 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