How to travel from Varanasi to Chandigarh, India

The distance between Varanasi and Chandigarh is around 935km (581 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 Varanasi to Chandigarh by plane, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Varanasi (VNS) to Chandigarh (IXC).

  • Duration3h 20m
  • Flight time2h 40m
  • Typical cost
    ₹7,800($100)
Operated by

IndiGo Airlines

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Train

Take the train to Chandigarh.

  • Duration16h 10m
  • Departstwice a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹480($6)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Drive

Drive to Chandīgarh.

  • Duration13h 40m
  • Distance1,083km (673 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Varanasi and Chandigarh

There are several options for getting from Varanasi to Chandigarh by plane, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹480 ($6) and will take around 16h 10m. 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 ₹7,800 ($100).

The distance between Varanasi and Chandigarh is around 935km (581 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 856km (532 miles)

It takes around 3h 20m to get from Varanasi and Chandigarh by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 13h 40m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Varanasi to Chandigarh is to fly which takes around 3h 20m and will set you back approx ₹7,800 ($100).

The cheapest way to travel between Varanasi and Chandigarh, 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 Chandigarh. It typically takes around 16h 10m and departs twice a week.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Varanasi and Chandigarh with no changeovers required. The train runs twice a week and takes 16h 10m.

Indian Railways run train services between Varanasi and Chandigarh. Trains depart twice a week and will take around 16h 10m, 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 Chandigarh. We recommend that you fly from Varanasi (VNS) to Chandigarh (IXC). instead which will take 3h 20m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Varanasi and Chandigarh. Flights depart from Varanasi (VNS) and arrive at Chandigarh (IXC) - via Delhi (DEL). The flight takes around 2h 40m.

There is no direct flight from Varanasi to Chandigarh. There is however a flight that goes via Delhi (DEL). This services will take at least 3h 20m (not including layover time).

The flight from Varanasi to Chandigarh typically takes around 2h 40m. Flights depart from Varanasi (VNS) and and arrive into Chandigarh (IXC).

The closest major airport to Chandigarh is Chandigarh Airport (IXC) (IXC) which is approximately 6km (4 miles) from Chandigarh. Dehradun Airport (DED) (DED) and Bhuntar Airport (KUU) (KUU) 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 Chandigarh. The distance is around 1,083km (673 miles) by road and it will take around 13h 40m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Varanasi to Chandigarh is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 20m and will usually cost around ₹7,800 ($100).

How do I get from Varanasi to Chandigarh

Compare travel optionsbetween Varanasi and Chandigarh

Transport options from Varanasi to Chandigarh
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
3h 20m
₹7,800($100)
every 20 mins935km (581 miles)
Train
16h 10m
₹480($6)
twice a week939km (583 miles)
Drive
13h 40m
₹10,185($130)
on demand1,083km (673 miles)

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Airports near Chandigarh

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

IXC
Chandigarh Airport (IXC)
International Airport
Distance
6km (4 miles) from Chandigarh
DED
Dehradun Airport (DED)
Domestic Airport
Distance
129km (80 miles) from Chandigarh
KUU
Bhuntar Airport (KUU)
Domestic Airport
Distance
142km (88 miles) from Chandigarh