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

The cheapest way to get from Kanpur to Varanasi is to train which costs ₹220 - ₹1,700 and takes 5h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kanpur to Varanasi is to drive which takes 3h 55m and costs ₹3,800 - ₹6,000.

Is there a direct bus between Kanpur and Varanasi?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kanpur and arriving at Varanasi. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h.

Is there a direct train between Kanpur and Varanasi?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kanpur Central and arriving at Varanasi Jn. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 25m.

How far is it from Kanpur to Varanasi?

The distance between Kanpur and Varanasi is 319 km. The road distance is 347.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Kanpur to Varanasi without a car is to train which takes 5h 25m and costs ₹220 - ₹1,700.

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

The train from Kanpur Central to Varanasi Jn takes 5h 25m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Kanpur to Varanasi bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kanpur to Varanasi train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Kanpur to Varanasi?

The best way to get from Kanpur to Varanasi is to train which takes 5h 25m and costs ₹220 - ₹1,700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹480 - ₹1,700 and takes 6h, you could also fly, which costs ₹7,000 - ₹21,000 and takes 4h 40m.

Where does the Kanpur to Varanasi bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kanpur to Varanasi train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kanpur to Varanasi?

Yes, the driving distance between Kanpur to Varanasi is 348 km. It takes approximately 3h 55m to drive from Kanpur to Varanasi.

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

Book your Kanpur to Varanasi bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Varanasi?

There are 1479+ hotels available in Varanasi.

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Kanpur to Varanasi by train, bus (Flixbus), car, taxi, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kanpur Central to Varanasi Jntrain 12562 / ...
5h 25m
₹220–1,700
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kanpur to Varanasibus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Seater /Sleeper
6h
₹480–1,700
Drive 347.9 km
1. Drive from Kanpur to Varanasicar 347.9 km
3h 55m
₹3,874–5,596
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kanpur to Varanasitaxi 347.9 km
3h 55m
₹4,600–6,000
Fly
1. Fly from Kanpur Airport (KNU) to Varanasi Airport (VNS)plane KNU - VNS
4h 40m
₹7,199–20,885
Train via Prayagraj
1. Take the train from Kanpur Central to Prayagraj Jntrain 12424 / ...
2. Take the train from Prayagraj Jn to Varanasi Jntrain 15003 / ...
6h 3m
₹328–2,558

Kanpur to Varanasi by train

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Distance: 318.9 km
Duration: 5h 25m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Kanpur Central to Varanasi Jn every 3 hours. Tickets cost ₹220–1,700 and the journey takes 5h 25m. Alternatively, Zingbus operates a bus from Kanpur to Varanasi 5 times a day. Tickets cost ₹480–1,300 and the journey takes 6h. 14 other operators also service this route.

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