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

The cheapest way to get from Varanasi to Purnia is to train via Chhapra which costs ₹410 - ₹3,200 and takes 16h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Varanasi to Purnia is to fly which takes 7h 31m and costs ₹15,000 - ₹37,000.

Is there a direct train between Varanasi and Purnia?

No, there is no direct train from Varanasi to Purnia. However, there are services departing from Varanasi Jn and arriving at Purnia Jn via Pt.Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Jn.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h.

How far is it from Varanasi to Purnia?

The distance between Varanasi and Purnia is 541 km. The road distance is 518 km.

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

The best way to get from Varanasi to Purnia without a car is to train which takes 12h and costs ₹410 - ₹3,200.

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

It takes approximately 12h to get from Varanasi to Purnia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Varanasi to Purnia train from?

Varanasi to Purnia train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Pt.Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Jn. station.

Train or fly from Varanasi to Purnia?

The best way to get from Varanasi to Purnia is to train which takes 12h and costs ₹410 - ₹3,200. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs ₹15,000 - ₹37,000 and takes 7h 31m.

Where does the Varanasi to Purnia train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Varanasi to Purnia?

Yes, the driving distance between Varanasi to Purnia is 518 km. It takes approximately 7h 49m to drive from Varanasi to Purnia.

Where can I stay near Purnia?

There are seven+ hotels available in Purnia.

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

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1. Take the train from Pt.Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Jn. to Purnia Jntrain 12488
12h
₹413–3,168
Drive 518 km
1. Drive from Varanasi to Purniacar 518 km
7h 49m
₹5,863–8,469
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Varanasi to Purniataxi 518 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 31m
₹15,311–36,400
Train via Chhapra
1. Take the train from Varanasi Jn to Chhapratrain 12562 / ...
2. Take the train from Chhapra to Purnia Courttrain 14618
16h 45m
₹413–3,189
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh to Patnabus Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh - Patna
2. Take the train from Patna Jn to Purnia Courttrain 18626
17h 25m
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 Purnia Jntrain
9h 23m
₹5,281–34,340

Varanasi to Purnia by train

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Distance: 540.9 km
Duration: 12h

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Pt.Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Jn. to Purnia Jn once daily. Tickets cost ₹300–2,300 and the journey takes 9h 50m. Alternatively, IndiGo Airlines and Air India Express fly from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Purnea Airport (PXN) once daily.

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