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

The cheapest way to get from Darjeeling to Varanasi is to taxi and train which costs ₹3,000 - ₹6,500 and takes 14h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Darjeeling to Varanasi is to taxi and fly which takes 6h 28m and costs ₹10,000 - ₹21,000.

Is there a direct bus between Darjeeling and Varanasi?

No, there is no direct bus from Darjeeling to Varanasi. However, there are services departing from Darjeeling and arriving at Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh via Siliguri, West Bengal and Patna. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 36m.

How far is it from Darjeeling to Varanasi?

The distance between Darjeeling and Varanasi is 832 km. The road distance is 670.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Darjeeling to Varanasi without a car is to taxi and train which takes 14h 30m and costs ₹3,000 - ₹6,500.

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

It takes approximately 14h 30m to get from Darjeeling to Varanasi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Darjeeling to Varanasi bus from?

Darjeeling to Varanasi bus services, operated by NBSTC, depart from Darjeeling station.

Where does the Darjeeling to Varanasi bus arrive?

Darjeeling to Varanasi bus services, operated by NBSTC, arrive at Siliguri - Tenzin Norgay Central Bus Terminus station.

Can I drive from Darjeeling to Varanasi?

Yes, the driving distance between Darjeeling to Varanasi is 670 km. It takes approximately 10h 19m to drive from Darjeeling to Varanasi.

Where can I stay near Varanasi?

There are 1638+ hotels available in Varanasi.

Darjeeling to Varanasi - 7 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Darjeeling to Varanasi by taxi, train, bus, car, or plane

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Taxi, train
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1. Take the taxi from Darjeeling to New Jalpaiguritaxi
2. Take the train from New Jalpaiguri to Varanasi Jntrain 20503 / ...
14h 30m
₹3,094–6,195
Taxi, bus
1. Take the taxi from Darjeeling to Siliguri, West Bengaltaxi
2. Take the bus from Siliguri, West Bengal to Varanasi, Uttar Pradeshbus Siliguri, West Bengal - Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
17h 59m
Drive 670.2 km
1. Drive from Darjeeling to Varanasicar 670.2 km
10h 19m
₹7,612–10,995
Drive to Bhadrapur Airport, fly
1. Drive from Darjeeling to Bhadrapur Airport (BDP)car
2. Fly from Bhadrapur Airport (BDP) to Varanasi Airport (VNS)plane BDP - VNS
10h 23m
₹6,021–34,495
Bus
1. Take the bus from Darjeeling to Siliguri - Tenzin Norgay Central Bus Terminusbus
2. Take the bus from Siliguri, West Bengal to Patnabus
3. Take the bus from Patna to Varanasi, Uttar Pradeshbus
23h 36m
Taxi to Bagdogra Airport, fly
1. Take the taxi from Darjeeling to Bagdogra Airport (IXB)taxi
2. Fly from Bagdogra Airport (IXB) to Varanasi Airport (VNS)plane IXB - VNS
6h 28m
₹10,893–20,444
Drive to Biratnagar Airport, fly
1. Drive from Darjeeling to Biratnagar Airport (BIR)car
2. Fly from Biratnagar Airport (BIR) to Varanasi Airport (VNS)plane BIR - VNS
11h 6m
₹6,817–34,077

Bhadrapur Airport (BDP) to Varanasi Airport (VNS) flights

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11h 13mAverage Duration

₹5,292Cheapest Price

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Distance: 832.2 km
Duration: 14h 30m

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

You can take a bus from Darjeeling to Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh via Siliguri - Tenzin Norgay Central Bus Terminus, Siliguri, West Bengal, and Patna in around 23h 36m.

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