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

The cheapest way to get from Varanasi to Kathua is to train which costs ₹1,300 - ₹5,500 and takes 20h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Varanasi to Kathua is to fly and taxi which takes 8h 10m and costs ₹13,000 - ₹33,000.

Is there a direct bus between Varanasi and Kathua?

No, there is no direct bus from Varanasi to Kathua. However, there are services departing from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh and arriving at Pathankot via Jalandhar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Varanasi and Kathua?

No, there is no direct train from Varanasi to Kathua. However, there are services departing from Varanasi Jn and arriving at Pathankot Cantt via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 30m.

How far is it from Varanasi to Kathua?

The distance between Varanasi and Kathua is 1198 km. The road distance is 1221 km.

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

The best way to get from Varanasi to Kathua without a car is to train which takes 20h 30m and costs ₹1,300 - ₹5,500.

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

It takes approximately 8h 29m to get from Varanasi to Kathua, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Varanasi to Kathua bus from?

Varanasi to Kathua bus services, operated by Indo Canadian Express, depart from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh station.

Where do I catch the Varanasi to Kathua train from?

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

Train or bus from Varanasi to Kathua?

The best way to get from Varanasi to Kathua is to train which takes 20h 30m and costs ₹1,300 - ₹5,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 24h 43m.

Where does the Varanasi to Kathua bus arrive?

Varanasi to Kathua bus services, operated by Indo Canadian Express, arrive at Jalandhar, Punjab station.

Where does the Varanasi to Kathua train arrive?

Varanasi to Kathua train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Pathankot Cantt station.

Can I drive from Varanasi to Kathua?

Yes, the driving distance between Varanasi to Kathua is 1221 km. It takes approximately 14h 42m to drive from Varanasi to Kathua.

Where can I stay near Kathua?

There are 15+ hotels available in Kathua.

Varanasi to Kathua - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Varanasi to Kathua by plane, taxi, train, bus, or car

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Fly to Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, taxi
best
1. Fly from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport (ATQ)plane VNS - ATQ
2. Take the taxi from Amritsar-Airport-ATQ to Kathuataxi
8h 29m
₹10,021–16,250
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Varanasi Jn to Pathankot Cantttrain 12237 / ...
20h 30m
₹1,391–5,155
Bus
1. Take the bus from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh to Jalandhar, Punjabbus Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh - Jalandhar, Punjab
2. Take the bus from Jalandhar to Pathankotbus Jalandhar - Pathankot
24h 43m
Drive 1,221 km
1. Drive from Varanasi to Kathuacar 1,221 km
14h 42m
₹13,766–19,885
Fly to Kangra Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Kangra Airport (DHM)plane VNS - DHM
2. Take the taxi from Kangra Airport (DHM) to Kathuataxi
8h 10m
₹13,921–32,550
Fly to Jammu Airport, train
1. Fly from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Jammu Airport (IXJ)plane VNS - IXJ
2. Take the train from Jammu Tawi to Pathankot Cantttrain
9h 16m
₹10,301–15,600
Train via Kashi
1. Take the train from Kashi to Pathankot Cantttrain 13151
28h 18m
₹1,408–5,284

Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport (ATQ) flights

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5h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,197.6 km
Duration: 8h 29m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Varanasi Jn to Pathankot Cantt twice daily. Tickets cost ₹500–4,100 and the journey takes 20h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh to Kathua via Jalandhar, Punjab, Jalandhar, and Pathankot in around 24h 43m.

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