What is the cheapest way to get from Chennai to Varanasi?

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Varanasi is to train which costs ₹850 - ₹7,000 and takes 35h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chennai to Varanasi?

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Varanasi is to fly which takes 4h 15m and costs ₹8,500 - ₹15,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Varanasi?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Varanasi. However, there are services departing from Chennai and arriving at Varanasi via Hyderabad. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Varanasi?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chennai Central and arriving at Varanasi Jn. Services depart twice a week, and operate Monday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 35h 30m.

How far is it from Chennai to Varanasi?

The distance between Chennai and Varanasi is 1452 km. The road distance is 1727 km.

How do I travel from Chennai to Varanasi without a car?

The best way to get from Chennai to Varanasi without a car is to train which takes 35h 30m and costs ₹850 - ₹7,000.

How long does it take to get from Chennai to Varanasi?

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Chennai to Varanasi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Varanasi bus from?

Chennai to Varanasi bus services, operated by TruGo, depart from Chennai station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Varanasi train from?

Chennai to Varanasi train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Chennai Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Chennai to Varanasi?

The best way to get from Chennai to Varanasi is to fly which takes 4h 15m and costs ₹8,500 - ₹15,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹850 - ₹7,000 and takes 35h 30m, you could also bus, which costs ₹2,200 - ₹5,500 and takes 40h 55m.

Where does the Chennai to Varanasi bus arrive?

Chennai to Varanasi bus services, operated by TruGo, arrive at Hyderabad station.

Where does the Chennai to Varanasi train arrive?

Chennai to Varanasi train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Varanasi Jn station.

Can I drive from Chennai to Varanasi?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Varanasi is 1727 km. It takes approximately 26h 39m to drive from Chennai to Varanasi.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chennai to Varanasi?

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Where can I stay near Varanasi?

There are 1536+ hotels available in Varanasi.

Chennai to Varanasi - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Chennai to Varanasi by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly from Chennai International Airport
best
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Varanasi Airport (VNS)plane MAA - VNS
4h 15m
₹8,530–14,688
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Varanasi Jntrain 12669
35h 30m
₹850–7,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Hyderabadbus redbusIndia_A/C Seater / Sleeper
2. Take the bus from Hyderabad to Varanasibus redbusIndia_A/C Seater / Sleeper
40h 55m
₹2,243–5,468
Drive 1,727 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Varanasicar 1,727 km
26h 39m
₹19,377–27,989
Train to Tirupati Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Renigunta Jntrain
2. Fly from Tirupati Airport (TIR) to Varanasi Airport (VNS)plane TIR - VNS
7h 54m
₹13,827–26,059

Chennai to Varanasi by train

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35h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,451.7 km
Duration: 4h 15m

What companies run services between Chennai, India and Varanasi, India?

IndiGo Airlines flies from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Varanasi Airport (VNS) 5 times a day. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Central to Varanasi Jn twice a week. Tickets cost ₹850–7,000 and the journey takes 35h 30m.

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