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

The cheapest way to get from Varanasi to Kanpur is to train which costs ₹220 - ₹1,700 and takes 4h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Varanasi to Kanpur is to drive which takes 3h 56m and costs ₹3,800 - ₹6,000.

Is there a direct bus between Varanasi and Kanpur?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh and arriving at Kanpur. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Varanasi and Kanpur?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Varanasi Jn and arriving at Kanpur Central. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 46m.

How far is it from Varanasi to Kanpur?

The distance between Varanasi and Kanpur is 319 km. The road distance is 346.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Varanasi to Kanpur without a car is to train via Prayagraj which takes 4h 36m and costs ₹320 - ₹2,600.

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

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Varanasi to Kanpur, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Varanasi to Kanpur bus from?

Varanasi to Kanpur bus services, operated by Mahamaya Singh Bus Service, depart from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh station.

Where do I catch the Varanasi to Kanpur train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Varanasi to Kanpur?

The best way to get from Varanasi to Kanpur is to train via Prayagraj which takes 4h 36m and costs ₹320 - ₹2,600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 30m, you could also fly, which costs ₹9,500 - ₹14,000 and takes 8h 9m.

Where does the Varanasi to Kanpur bus arrive?

Varanasi to Kanpur bus services, operated by Mahamaya Singh Bus Service, arrive at Kanpur station.

Where does the Varanasi to Kanpur train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Varanasi to Kanpur?

Yes, the driving distance between Varanasi to Kanpur is 346 km. It takes approximately 3h 56m to drive from Varanasi to Kanpur.

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

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Where can I stay near Kanpur?

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Train via Prayagraj
best
1. Take the train from Varanasi Jn to Prayagraj Jntrain 12561 / ...
2. Take the train from Prayagraj Jn to Kanpur Centraltrain 12309 / ...
4h 36m
₹322–2,565
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Varanasi Jn to Kanpur Centraltrain 12561 / ...
4h 46m
₹220–1,700
Bus
1. Take the bus from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh to Kanpurbus Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh - Kanpur
6h 30m
Drive 346.2 km
1. Drive from Varanasi to Kanpurcar 346.2 km
3h 56m
₹3,872–5,592
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Varanasi to Kanpurtaxi 346.2 km
3h 56m
₹4,600–5,500
Fly
1. Fly from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Kanpur Airport (KNU)plane VNS - KNU
8h 9m
₹9,711–13,290
Bus via Prayagraj
1. Take the bus from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh to Allahabad, Uttar Pradeshbus Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh - Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh
2. Take the bus from Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh to Kanpurbus Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh - Kanpur
6h 46m

Varanasi to Kanpur by train

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4h 36mAverage Duration

₹322Cheapest Price

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Distance: 318.9 km
Duration: 4h 36m

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

You can take a train from Varanasi Jn to Kanpur Central via Prayagraj Jn in around 4h 36m. Alternatively, Mahamaya Singh Bus Service operates a bus from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh to Kanpur every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 6h 30m.

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