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

The cheapest way to get from Varanasi to Kathmandu is to train and drive which costs $19 - $50 and takes 14h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Varanasi to Kathmandu is to fly which takes 3h 23m and costs $120 - $260.

Is there a direct bus between Varanasi and Kathmandu?

No, there is no direct bus from Varanasi to Kathmandu. However, there are services departing from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh and arriving at Swoyambhu via Gorakhpur. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h.

How far is it from Varanasi to Kathmandu?

The distance between Varanasi and Kathmandu is 385 km. The road distance is 462.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Varanasi to Kathmandu without a car is to bus which takes 21h and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Varanasi to Kathmandu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Varanasi to Kathmandu bus from?

Varanasi to Kathmandu bus services, operated by Shree Balaji Tour and Travel, depart from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh station.

Bus or fly from Varanasi to Kathmandu?

The best way to get from Varanasi to Kathmandu is to fly which takes 3h 23m and costs $120 - $260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 21h.

Where does the Varanasi to Kathmandu bus arrive?

Varanasi to Kathmandu bus services, operated by Shree Balaji Tour and Travel, arrive at Gorakhpur station.

What is the time difference between Varanasi and Kathmandu?

Kathmandu is 15 min ahead of Varanasi. It is currently 3:35 AM in Varanasi and 3:50 AM in Kathmandu.

Can I drive from Varanasi to Kathmandu?

Yes, the driving distance between Varanasi to Kathmandu is 463 km. It takes approximately 8h 3m to drive from Varanasi to Kathmandu.

Where can I stay near Kathmandu?

There are 1713+ hotels available in Kathmandu.

Varanasi to Kathmandu - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, car, bus, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Varanasi to Kathmandu by plane, train, car, bus, or taxi

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Fly to Tribhuvan International Airport
best
1. Fly from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)plane VNS - KTM
3h 23m
$120–251
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Varanasi City to Gorakhpurtrain 15104 / ...
2. Take the bus from Gorakhpur to Swoyambhubus
21h 32m
$8–55
Train, drive
1. Take the train from Varanasi City to Raxaul Jntrain 14008 / ...
2. Drive from Raxaul Jn to Kathmanducar
14h 59m
$20–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh to Gorakhpurbus Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh - Gorakhpur
2. Take the bus from Gorakhpur to Swoyambhubus
21h
Drive 462.7 km
1. Drive from Varanasi to Kathmanducar 462.7 km
8h 3m
$60–86
Fly to Simara Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Simara Airport (SIF)plane VNS - SIF
2. Take the taxi from Simara Airport (SIF) to Kathmandutaxi
7h 4m
$175–761

Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) flights

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35 minAverage Duration

$36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 385.4 km
Duration: 3h 23m

What companies run services between Varanasi, India and Kathmandu, Nepal?

Buddha Air Ltd flies from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) 3 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh to Swoyambhu via Gorakhpur and Gorakhpur in around 21h.

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