What is the cheapest way to get from Kanpur to Sarnath?

The cheapest way to get from Kanpur to Sarnath is to train which costs ₹220 - ₹1,800 and takes 6h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kanpur to Sarnath?

The fastest way to get from Kanpur to Sarnath is to drive which takes 4h and costs ₹3,900 - ₹6,000.

Is there a direct bus between Kanpur and Sarnath?

No, there is no direct bus from Kanpur to Sarnath. However, there are services departing from Kanpur and arriving at Varanasi via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Kanpur and Sarnath?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kanpur Central and arriving at Sarnath. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 8m.

How far is it from Kanpur to Sarnath?

The distance between Kanpur and Sarnath is 329 km. The road distance is 352.9 km.

How do I travel from Kanpur to Sarnath without a car?

The best way to get from Kanpur to Sarnath without a car is to train which takes 6h 8m and costs ₹220 - ₹1,800.

How long does it take to get from Kanpur to Sarnath?

The train from Kanpur Central to Sarnath takes 6h 8m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Kanpur to Sarnath bus from?

Kanpur to Sarnath bus services, operated by Zingbus, depart from Kanpur station.

Where do I catch the Kanpur to Sarnath train from?

Kanpur to Sarnath train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Kanpur Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Kanpur to Sarnath?

The best way to get from Kanpur to Sarnath is to train which takes 6h 8m and costs ₹220 - ₹1,800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹700 - ₹1,800 and takes 6h 10m, you could also fly, which costs ₹7,000 - ₹21,000 and takes 4h 43m.

Where does the Kanpur to Sarnath bus arrive?

Kanpur to Sarnath bus services, operated by Zingbus, arrive at Varanasi station.

Where does the Kanpur to Sarnath train arrive?

Kanpur to Sarnath train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Sarnath station.

Can I drive from Kanpur to Sarnath?

Yes, the driving distance between Kanpur to Sarnath is 353 km. It takes approximately 4h to drive from Kanpur to Sarnath.

Where can I stay near Sarnath?

There are 1538+ hotels available in Sarnath.

Kanpur to Sarnath - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Kanpur to Sarnath by train, bus, car, taxi, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kanpur Central to Sarnathtrain 14006
6h 8m
₹220–1,800
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kanpur to Varanasibus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Seater /Sleeper
6h 10m
₹720–1,773
Drive 352.9 km
1. Drive from Kanpur to Sarnathcar 352.9 km
4h
₹3,951–5,706
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kanpur to Sarnathtaxi 352.9 km
4h
₹5,500–6,500
Fly from Kanpur Airport
1. Fly from Kanpur Airport (KNU) to Varanasi Airport (VNS)plane KNU - VNS
4h 43m
₹7,199–20,885
Train to Chaudhary Charan Singh Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Kanpur Central to Lucknowtrain
2. Fly from Chaudhary Charan Singh Airport (LKO) to Varanasi Airport (VNS)plane LKO - VNS
7h
₹10,163–13,711

Kanpur to Sarnath by train

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Distance: 328.8 km
Duration: 6h 8m

What companies run services between Kanpur, India and Sarnath, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Kanpur Central to Sarnath once daily. Tickets cost ₹220–1,800 and the journey takes 6h 8m. Alternatively, Zingbus operates a bus from Kanpur to Varanasi 5 times a day. Tickets cost ₹480–1,300 and the journey takes 6h. 13 other operators also service this route.

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