What is the cheapest way to get from Varanasi to Ellora Caves?

The cheapest way to get from Varanasi to Ellora Caves is to train which costs ₹950 - ₹6,000 and takes 22h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Varanasi to Ellora Caves?

The fastest way to get from Varanasi to Ellora Caves is to fly which takes 5h 38m and costs ₹8,000 - ₹17,000.

Is there a direct bus between Varanasi and Ellora Caves?

No, there is no direct bus from Varanasi to Ellora Caves. However, there are services departing from Varanasi and arriving at Aurangabad via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Varanasi and Ellora Caves?

No, there is no direct train from Varanasi to Ellora Caves. However, there are services departing from Varanasi City and arriving at Potul via Manmad Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 49m.

How far is it from Varanasi to Ellora Caves?

The distance between Varanasi and Ellora Caves is 1044 km. The road distance is 1185.9 km.

How do I travel from Varanasi to Ellora Caves without a car?

The best way to get from Varanasi to Ellora Caves without a car is to bus which takes 21h 7m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Varanasi to Ellora Caves?

It takes approximately 5h 38m to get from Varanasi to Ellora Caves, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Varanasi to Ellora Caves bus from?

Varanasi to Ellora Caves bus services, operated by Hans Travels, depart from Varanasi station.

Where do I catch the Varanasi to Ellora Caves train from?

Varanasi to Ellora Caves train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Varanasi City station.

Train, bus or fly from Varanasi to Ellora Caves?

The best way to get from Varanasi to Ellora Caves is to fly which takes 5h 38m and costs ₹8,000 - ₹17,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 21h 7m, you could also train, which costs ₹950 - ₹6,000 and takes 22h 49m.

Where does the Varanasi to Ellora Caves bus arrive?

Varanasi to Ellora Caves bus services, operated by Hans Travels, arrive at Aurangabad station.

Where does the Varanasi to Ellora Caves train arrive?

Varanasi to Ellora Caves train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Manmad Jn station.

Can I drive from Varanasi to Ellora Caves?

Yes, the driving distance between Varanasi to Ellora Caves is 1186 km. It takes approximately 15h 40m to drive from Varanasi to Ellora Caves.

Where can I stay near Ellora Caves?

There are 146+ hotels available in Ellora Caves.

Varanasi to Ellora Caves - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Varanasi to Ellora Caves by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly to Aurangabad Airport
best
1. Fly from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Aurangabad Airport (IXU)plane VNS - IXU
5h 38m
₹8,114–16,407
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Varanasi City to Manmad Jntrain 11062 / ...
2. Take the train from Manmad Jn to Potultrain 17687
22h 49m
₹993–5,677
Bus
1. Take the bus from Varanasi to Aurangabadbus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper
21h 7m
Drive 1,185.9 km
1. Drive from Varanasi to Ellora Cavescar 1,185.9 km
15h 40m
₹13,276–19,176
Fly to Pune Airport, bus
1. Fly from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Pune Airport (PNQ)plane VNS - PNQ
2. Take the bus from Viman Nagar to Waluj Bus Standbus
8h 35m
₹8,870–16,569
Train via Kashi
1. Take the train from Kashi to Manmad Jntrain 22178
2. Take the train from Manmad Jn to Potultrain 17687
22h 50m
₹999–5,720

Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Aurangabad Airport (IXU) flights

38Weekly Planes

6h 44mAverage Duration

₹6,894Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,044.4 km
Duration: 5h 38m

What companies run services between Varanasi, India and Ellora Caves, India?

Air India Limited, Air India Express, and two other airlines fly from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Aurangabad Airport (IXU) 5 times a day. Alternatively, Hans Travels operates a bus from Varanasi to Aurangabad once daily, and the journey takes 20h 40m. Two other operators also service this route.

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