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

The cheapest way to get from Varanasi to Katihar is to train which costs ₹320 - ₹2,500 and takes 9h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Varanasi to Katihar is to fly which takes 7h 27m and costs ₹11,000 - ₹36,000.

Is there a direct train between Varanasi and Katihar?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Varanasi Jn and arriving at Katihar Jn. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 35m.

How far is it from Varanasi to Katihar?

The distance between Varanasi and Katihar is 581 km. The road distance is 534.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Varanasi to Katihar without a car is to train which takes 9h 35m and costs ₹320 - ₹2,500.

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

The train from Varanasi Jn to Katihar Jn takes 9h 35m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Varanasi to Katihar train from?

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

Train or fly from Varanasi to Katihar?

The best way to get from Varanasi to Katihar is to train which takes 9h 35m and costs ₹320 - ₹2,500. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs ₹11,000 - ₹36,000 and takes 7h 27m.

Where does the Varanasi to Katihar train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Varanasi to Katihar?

Yes, the driving distance between Varanasi to Katihar is 535 km. It takes approximately 7h 49m to drive from Varanasi to Katihar.

Where can I stay near Katihar?

There are five+ hotels available in Katihar.

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

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

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1. Take the train from Varanasi Jn to Katihar Jntrain 20504 / ...
9h 35m
₹320–2,500
Drive 534.6 km
1. Drive from Varanasi to Katiharcar 534.6 km
7h 49m
₹6,101–8,813
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Varanasi to Katihartaxi 534.6 km
7h 49m
₹10,000–13,000
Fly to Purnea Airport
1. Fly from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Purnea Airport (PXN)plane VNS - PXN
7h 27m
₹11,770–36,000
Fly to Biratnagar Airport, train
1. Fly from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Biratnagar Airport (BIR)plane VNS - BIR
2. Take the train from Jogbani to Katihar Jntrain
9h 45m
₹5,290–36,440
Fly to Bhadrapur Airport, train
1. Fly from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Bhadrapur Airport (BDP)plane VNS - BDP
2. Take the train from Galgalia to Kishanganjtrain
3. Take the train from Kishanganj to Katihar Jntrain
10h 48m
₹5,390–34,320

Varanasi to Katihar by train

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9h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 581.2 km
Duration: 9h 35m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Varanasi Jn to Katihar Jn twice daily. Tickets cost ₹320–2,500 and the journey takes 9h 35m. Alternatively, IndiGo Airlines, Air India Express, and Star Air fly from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Purnea Airport (PXN) 3 times a day.

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