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

The cheapest way to get from Kolkata to Sarnath is to train which costs ₹470 - ₹3,600 and takes 12h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kolkata to Sarnath is to fly which takes 3h 25m and costs ₹6,000 - ₹15,000.

Is there a direct bus between Kolkata and Sarnath?

No, there is no direct bus from Kolkata to Sarnath. However, there are services departing from Kolkata and arriving at Varanasi via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Kolkata and Sarnath?

No, there is no direct train from Kolkata to Sarnath. However, there are services departing from Sealdah and arriving at Sarnath via Varanasi Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 21m.

How far is it from Kolkata to Sarnath?

The distance between Kolkata and Sarnath is 684 km. The road distance is 673.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Kolkata to Sarnath without a car is to train which takes 12h 21m and costs ₹470 - ₹3,600.

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

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Kolkata to Sarnath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kolkata to Sarnath bus from?

Kolkata to Sarnath bus services, operated by Mahadev Travels, depart from Kolkata station.

Where do I catch the Kolkata to Sarnath train from?

Kolkata to Sarnath train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Sealdah station.

Train, bus or fly from Kolkata to Sarnath?

The best way to get from Kolkata to Sarnath is to fly which takes 3h 25m and costs ₹6,000 - ₹15,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹470 - ₹3,600 and takes 12h 21m, you could also bus, which costs ₹850 - ₹4,900 and takes 13h 55m.

Where does the Kolkata to Sarnath bus arrive?

Kolkata to Sarnath bus services, operated by Mahadev Travels, arrive at Varanasi station.

Where does the Kolkata to Sarnath train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kolkata to Sarnath?

Yes, the driving distance between Kolkata to Sarnath is 674 km. It takes approximately 10h 5m to drive from Kolkata to Sarnath.

Where can I stay near Sarnath?

There are 1502+ hotels available in Sarnath.

Kolkata to Sarnath - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Kolkata to Sarnath by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Varanasi Airport (VNS)plane CCU - VNS
3h 25m
₹6,121–14,515
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Sealdah to Varanasi Jntrain 22317
12h 21m
₹471–3,567
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kolkata to Varanasibus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper
13h 55m
₹893–4,809
Drive 673.7 km
1. Drive from Kolkata to Sarnathcar 673.7 km
10h 5m
₹7,541–10,892

Kolkata to Sarnath by train

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Distance: 684.4 km
Duration: 3h 25m

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

IndiGo Airlines flies from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) to Varanasi Airport (VNS) 3 times a day. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Sealdah to Varanasi Jn once a week. Tickets cost ₹360–2,800 and the journey takes 11h.

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