How to travel from Kanpur to Varanasi, India

The distance between Kanpur and Varanasi is around 319km (198 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a taxi which takes around 4h 25m.

3 routes found

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

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Train

Take the train to Varanasi Jn.

  • Duration5h 25m
  • Departsevery 3 hours
  • Typical cost
    ₹240($3)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Taxi

Take a taxi to Varanasi.

  • Duration4h 25m
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    ₹5,175($65)
Operated by

Orian Cabs

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Drive

Drive to Varanasi.

  • Duration4h 25m
  • Distance333km (207 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kanpur and Varanasi

There are several options for getting from Kanpur to Varanasi by train, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹240 ($3) and will take around 5h 25m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take a taxi and arrive in approximately 4h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹5,175 ($65).

The distance between Kanpur and Varanasi is around 319km (198 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 296km (184 miles)

It takes around 5h 25m to get from Kanpur and Varanasi by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 4h 25m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Kanpur to Varanasi is to take a taxi which takes around 4h 25m and will set you back approx ₹5,175 ($65).

The cheapest way to travel between Kanpur and Varanasi, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹240 ($3) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Kanpur and Varanasi. It typically takes around 5h 25m and departs every 3 hours.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Kanpur and Varanasi with no changeovers required. The train runs every 3 hours and takes 5h 25m.

Indian Railways run train services between Kanpur and Varanasi. Trains depart every 3 hours and will take around 5h 25m, 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 Kanpur and Varanasi. We recommend that you take a taxi to Varanasi. instead which will take 4h 25m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Kanpur to Varanasi. We recommend that you take the train to Varanasi Jn. instead which will take 5h 25m.

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 Kanpur and Varanasi. The distance is around 333km (207 miles) by road and it will take around 4h 25m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Kanpur to Varanasi is to take the train which takes, on average, 5h 25m and will usually cost around ₹240 ($3).

How do I get from Kanpur to Varanasi

Compare travel optionsbetween Kanpur and Varanasi

Transport options from Kanpur to Varanasi
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
5h 25m
₹240($3)
every 3 hours319km (198 miles)
Taxi
4h 25m
₹5,175($65)
on demand333km (207 miles)
Drive
4h 25m
₹2,705($34)
on demand333km (207 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