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

The cheapest way to get from Varanasi to Gayā is to bus which costs ₹420 - ₹1,100 and takes 3h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Varanasi to Gayā is to bus which takes 3h 30m and costs ₹420 - ₹1,100.

Is there a direct bus between Varanasi and Gayā?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Varanasi and arriving at Gaya. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Varanasi and Gayā?

No, there is no direct train from Varanasi to Gayā. However, there are services departing from Varanasi Jn and arriving at Gaya Jn via Pt.Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Jn.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Varanasi to Gayā?

The distance between Varanasi and Gayā is 236 km. The road distance is 232.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Varanasi to Gayā without a car is to bus which takes 3h 30m and costs ₹420 - ₹1,100.

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

The bus from Varanasi to Gaya takes 3h 30m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Varanasi to Gayā bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Varanasi to Gayā train from?

Varanasi to Gayā train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Varanasi Jn station.

Train or bus from Varanasi to Gayā?

The best way to get from Varanasi to Gayā is to bus which takes 3h 30m and costs ₹420 - ₹1,100. Alternatively, you can line 12791 train and train, which costs ₹460 - ₹2,500 and takes 4h 8m.

Where does the Varanasi to Gayā bus arrive?

Varanasi to Gayā bus services, operated by Hans Travels, arrive at Gaya station.

Where does the Varanasi to Gayā train arrive?

Varanasi to Gayā train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Pt.Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Jn. station.

Can I drive from Varanasi to Gayā?

Yes, the driving distance between Varanasi to Gayā is 233 km. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Varanasi to Gayā.

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

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Where can I stay near Gayā?

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Varanasi to Gayā - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 12791 train, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Varanasi to Gayā by bus, train, car, or taxi

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1. Take the bus from Varanasi to Gayabus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper
3h 30m
₹420–1,100
Line 12791 train, train
1. Take the train from Varanasi Jn to Pt.Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Jn.train 12791 / ...
2. Take the train from Pt.Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Jn. to Gaya Jntrain 12314 / ...
4h 8m
₹463–2,478
Drive 232.6 km
1. Drive from Varanasi to Gayācar 232.6 km
3h 43m
₹2,598–3,752
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Varanasi to Gayātaxi 232.6 km
3h 43m
₹3,600–4,300

Varanasi to Gayā by bus

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Distance: 235.8 km
Duration: 3h 30m

What companies run services between Varanasi, India and Gayā, State of Bihar, India?

Hans Travels operates a bus from Varanasi to Gaya twice daily, and the journey takes 3h 30m. Nine other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a train from Varanasi Jn to Gayā via Pt.Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Jn. and Gaya Jn in around 4h 8m.

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