How to travel from Varanasi to Bhubaneshwar, India

The distance between Varanasi and Bhubaneshwar is around 681km (423 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2hrs.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Varanasi to Bhubaneshwar by plane, 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 BhubaneshwarVaranasi if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Varanasi (VNS) to Bhubaneswar (BBI).

  • Duration2hrs
  • Flight time1h 30m
  • Typical cost
    ₹4,535($57)
Operated by

IndiGo Airlines

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Train

Take the train to Bhubaneswar.

  • Duration18h 30m
  • Departs3 times a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹480($6)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Taxi

Take a taxi to Bhubaneshwar.

  • Duration12h 10m
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    ₹12,735($160)
Operated by

Varanasi  Taxi Services

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Drive

Drive to Bhubaneshwar.

  • Duration12h 10m
  • Distance829km (515 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Varanasi and Bhubaneshwar

There are several options for getting from Varanasi to Bhubaneshwar by plane, train, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹480 ($6) and will take around 18h 30m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹4,535 ($57).

The distance between Varanasi and Bhubaneshwar is around 681km (423 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 635km (394 miles)

It takes around 2hrs to get from Varanasi and Bhubaneshwar by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 12h 10m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Varanasi to Bhubaneshwar is to fly which takes around 2hrs and will set you back approx ₹4,535 ($57).

The cheapest way to travel between Varanasi and Bhubaneshwar, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹480 ($6) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Varanasi and Bhubaneshwar. It typically takes around 18h 30m and departs 3 times a week.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Varanasi and Bhubaneshwar with no changeovers required. The train runs 3 times a week and takes 18h 30m.

Indian Railways run train services between Varanasi and Bhubaneshwar. Trains depart 3 times a week and will take around 18h 30m, 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 Varanasi and Bhubaneshwar. We recommend that you fly from Varanasi (VNS) to Bhubaneswar (BBI). instead which will take 2hrs.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Varanasi and Bhubaneshwar. Flights depart from Varanasi (VNS) and arrive at Bhubaneswar (BBI). The flight takes around 1h 30m.

Yes there is a direct flight between Varanasi and Bhubaneshwar with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 1h 30m.

IndiGo Airlines fly between Varanasi and Bhubaneshwar. Flights depart from Varanasi (VNS) and and arrive into Bhubaneswar (BBI). These flights usually take around 1h 30m.

The flight from Varanasi to Bhubaneshwar typically takes around 1h 30m. Flights depart from Varanasi (VNS) and and arrive into Bhubaneswar (BBI).

The closest major airport to Bhubaneshwar is Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI) (BBI) which is approximately 2km (2 miles) from Bhubaneshwar. Veer Surendra Sai Airport (JRG) (JRG) and Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) (CCU) 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 Varanasi and Bhubaneshwar. The distance is around 829km (515 miles) by road and it will take around 12h 10m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Varanasi to Bhubaneshwar is to fly which takes, on average, 2hrs and will usually cost around ₹4,535 ($57).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Varanasi and Bhubaneshwar

Transport options from Varanasi to Bhubaneshwar
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
2hrs
₹4,535($57)
every 10 mins681km (423 miles)
Train
18h 30m
₹480($6)
3 times a week1,026km (638 miles)
Taxi
12h 10m
₹12,735($160)
on demand829km (515 miles)
Drive
12h 10m
₹7,800($100)
on demand829km (515 miles)

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Airports near Bhubaneshwar

The following major airports near Bhubaneshwar offer regular flights to various popular destinations within India and internationally.

BBI
Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI)
Domestic Airport
Distance
2km (2 miles) from Bhubaneshwar
JRG
Veer Surendra Sai Airport (JRG)
Domestic Airport
Distance
261km (162 miles) from Bhubaneshwar
CCU
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU)
International Airport
Distance
378km (235 miles) from Bhubaneshwar