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

The cheapest way to get from Varanasi to Dharmashala is to bus which costs ₹3,500 - ₹4,400 and takes 45h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Varanasi to Dharmashala is to fly which takes 7h 18m and costs ₹13,000 - ₹22,000.

Is there a direct bus between Varanasi and Dharmashala?

No, there is no direct bus from Varanasi to Dharmashala. However, there are services departing from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh and arriving at Taliparamba via St Joseph's Indian School/ Malya Hospital and Kalasipayalam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Varanasi and Dharmashala?

No, there is no direct train from Varanasi to Dharmashala. However, there are services departing from Kashi and arriving at Kannur via Thane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45h 4m.

How far is it from Varanasi to Dharmashala?

The distance between Varanasi and Dharmashala is 1743 km. The road distance is 2017.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Varanasi to Dharmashala without a car is to train via Thāne which takes 45h 4m and costs ₹1,800 - ₹9,500.

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

It takes approximately 7h 18m to get from Varanasi to Dharmashala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Varanasi to Dharmashala bus from?

Varanasi to Dharmashala bus services, operated by Gajraj Bus Service, depart from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh station.

Where do I catch the Varanasi to Dharmashala train from?

Varanasi to Dharmashala train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Kashi station.

Train, bus or fly from Varanasi to Dharmashala?

The best way to get from Varanasi to Dharmashala is to fly which takes 7h 18m and costs ₹13,000 - ₹22,000. Alternatively, you can train via Thāne, which costs ₹1,800 - ₹9,500 and takes 45h 4m, you could also bus, which costs ₹3,500 - ₹4,400 and takes 45h 36m.

Where does the Varanasi to Dharmashala bus arrive?

Varanasi to Dharmashala bus services, operated by Gajraj Bus Service, arrive at Bangalore, Karnataka station.

Where does the Varanasi to Dharmashala train arrive?

Varanasi to Dharmashala train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Thane station.

Can I drive from Varanasi to Dharmashala?

Yes, the driving distance between Varanasi to Dharmashala is 2018 km. It takes approximately 30h 18m to drive from Varanasi to Dharmashala.

Where can I stay near Dharmashala?

There are 187+ hotels available in Dharmashala.

Varanasi to Dharmashala - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Varanasi to Dharmashala by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly to Kannur International Airport
best
1. Fly from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Kannur International Airport (CNN)plane VNS - CNN
7h 18m
₹12,970–21,250
Train via Thāne
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kashi to Thanetrain 22178
2. Take the train from Thane to Kannurtrain 12201 / ...
45h 4m
₹1,871–9,375
Bus
1. Take the bus from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh to Bangalore, Karnatakabus Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh - Bangalore, Karnataka
2. Take the bus from Kalasipayalam to Taliparambabus
45h 36m
₹3,505–4,383
Drive 2,017.7 km
1. Drive from Varanasi to Dharmashalacar 2,017.7 km
30h 18m
₹22,932–33,124
Fly to Calicut International Airport, train
1. Fly from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Calicut International Airport (CCJ)plane VNS - CCJ
2. Take the train from Kozhikkode to Kannurtrain
10h 9m
₹11,650–21,000
Fly to Bajpe Airport, train
1. Fly from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Bajpe Airport (IXE)plane VNS - IXE
2. Take the train from Mangalore Jn to Kannapuramtrain
9h 49m
₹12,190–20,500
Bus via Prayagraj
1. Take the bus from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh to Allahabad, Uttar Pradeshbus
2. Take the bus from Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh to Bangalore, Karnatakabus
3. Take the bus from Kalasipayalam to Taliparambabus
2d
Train
1. Take the train from Varanasi Jn to Yasvantpur Jntrain 22688
2. Take the train from Yasvantpur Jn to Kannurtrain 16511 / ...
2d 11h
₹2,097–10,996

Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Kannur International Airport (CNN) flights

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6h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,742.8 km
Duration: 7h 18m

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

IndiGo Airlines, Starlight Airline, and Air India Limited fly from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Kannur International Airport (CNN) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kashi to Dharmashala via Thane and Kannur in around 45h 4m.

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