What is the cheapest way to get from Varanasi to Prayag Kumbh Mela?

The cheapest way to get from Varanasi to Prayag Kumbh Mela is to train which costs ₹140 - ₹1,200 and takes 2h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Varanasi to Prayag Kumbh Mela?

The fastest way to get from Varanasi to Prayag Kumbh Mela is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs ₹1,300 - ₹2,000.

Is there a direct bus between Varanasi and Prayag Kumbh Mela?

No, there is no direct bus from Varanasi to Prayag Kumbh Mela. However, there are services departing from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh and arriving at Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Varanasi and Prayag Kumbh Mela?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Banaras and arriving at Daraganj. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Varanasi to Prayag Kumbh Mela?

The distance between Varanasi and Prayag Kumbh Mela is 118 km. The road distance is 121.9 km.

How do I travel from Varanasi to Prayag Kumbh Mela without a car?

The best way to get from Varanasi to Prayag Kumbh Mela without a car is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs ₹140 - ₹1,200.

How long does it take to get from Varanasi to Prayag Kumbh Mela?

The train from Banaras to Daraganj takes 2h 34m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Varanasi to Prayag Kumbh Mela bus from?

Varanasi to Prayag Kumbh Mela bus services, operated by New Shree Mahaveer Travels, depart from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh station.

Where do I catch the Varanasi to Prayag Kumbh Mela train from?

Varanasi to Prayag Kumbh Mela train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Banaras station.

Train or bus from Varanasi to Prayag Kumbh Mela?

The best way to get from Varanasi to Prayag Kumbh Mela is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs ₹140 - ₹1,200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 5m.

Where does the Varanasi to Prayag Kumbh Mela bus arrive?

Varanasi to Prayag Kumbh Mela bus services, operated by New Shree Mahaveer Travels, arrive at Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh station.

Where does the Varanasi to Prayag Kumbh Mela train arrive?

Varanasi to Prayag Kumbh Mela train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Daraganj station.

Can I drive from Varanasi to Prayag Kumbh Mela?

Yes, the driving distance between Varanasi to Prayag Kumbh Mela is 122 km. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Varanasi to Prayag Kumbh Mela.

Where can I stay near Prayag Kumbh Mela?

There are 451+ hotels available in Prayag Kumbh Mela.

Varanasi to Prayag Kumbh Mela - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Varanasi to Prayag Kumbh Mela by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Banaras to Daraganjtrain 05195 / ...
2h 55m
₹140–1,200
Bus
1. Take the bus from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh to Allahabad, Uttar Pradeshbus Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh - Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh
4h 5m
Drive 121.9 km
1. Drive from Varanasi to Prayag Kumbh Melacar 121.9 km
1h 50m
₹1,376–1,988
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Varanasi to Prayag Kumbh Melataxi 121.9 km
1h 50m
₹1,900–2,400
Train via Railway Station
1. Take the train from Varanasi Jn to Prayagraj Jntrain 12561 / ...
3h 18m
₹162–1,175
Train via Varanasi City
1. Take the train from Varanasi City to Daraganjtrain 05169 / ...
3h 50m
₹150–1,200

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Distance: 118.1 km
Duration: 2h 55m

What companies run services between Varanasi, India and Prayag Kumbh Mela, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Banaras to Daraganj 4 times a day. Tickets cost ₹140–1,200 and the journey takes 2h 34m. Alternatively, New Shree Mahaveer Travels operates a bus from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh to Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh every 20 minutes, and the journey takes 2h 30m.

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