What is the best way to travel from Delhi to Varanasi?
Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Flights, Carpool, Trains and Buses for the journey to Varanasi from Delhi. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 4 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Varanasi from Delhi?
You can get to Varanasi with just $6 by taking a Bus from Intrcity Smartbus, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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Intrcity Smartbus15h 5m07:15 PMDelhiSanjay Gandhi Bus Station10:20 AMVaranasiBus Stop0BasicA Bus from Intrcity Smartbus goes from Sanjay Gandhi Bus Station, Delhi (India) at 2/3/2026 7:15:00 PM to Bus Stop, Varanasi (India) arriving at 2/4/2026 10:20:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 5m
Cheapest Buses Tuesday
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Indian Railways13h 48m07:35 AMDelhiJunction Train Station9:23 PMVaranasiDeen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction Train Station0First ClassA Train from Indian Railways goes from Junction Train Station, Delhi (India) at 2/4/2026 7:35:00 AM to Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction Train Station, Varanasi (India) arriving at 2/4/2026 9:23:00 PM. 50 First Class ticket for $8 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 48m
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Intrcity Smartbus15h 5m07:15 PMDelhiSanjay Gandhi Bus Station10:20 AMVaranasiBus Stop0BasicA Bus from Intrcity Smartbus goes from Sanjay Gandhi Bus Station, Delhi (India) at 2/4/2026 7:15:00 PM to Bus Stop, Varanasi (India) arriving at 2/5/2026 10:20:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $10 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 5m
Cheapest Trains Wednesday
Cheapest Buses Wednesday
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Intrcity Smartbus15h 5m07:15 PMDelhiSanjay Gandhi Bus Station10:20 AMVaranasiBus Stop0BasicA Bus from Intrcity Smartbus goes from Sanjay Gandhi Bus Station, Delhi (India) at 2/5/2026 7:15:00 PM to Bus Stop, Varanasi (India) arriving at 2/6/2026 10:20:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 5m
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BlaBlaCar10h 50m04:00 PMIndira Gandhi Airport2:50 AMVaranasi0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Indira Gandhi Airport (India) at 2/5/2026 4:00:00 PM to , Varanasi (India) arriving at 2/6/2026 2:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 50m
Cheapest Buses Thursday
Cheapest Carpool Thursday
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Intrcity Smartbus15h 5m07:15 PMDelhiSanjay Gandhi Bus Station10:20 AMVaranasiBus Stop0BasicA Bus from Intrcity Smartbus goes from Sanjay Gandhi Bus Station, Delhi (India) at 2/6/2026 7:15:00 PM to Bus Stop, Varanasi (India) arriving at 2/7/2026 10:20:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 5m
Cheapest Buses Friday
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Intrcity Smartbus15h 5m07:15 PMDelhiSanjay Gandhi Bus Station10:20 AMVaranasiBus Stop0BasicA Bus from Intrcity Smartbus goes from Sanjay Gandhi Bus Station, Delhi (India) at 2/7/2026 7:15:00 PM to Bus Stop, Varanasi (India) arriving at 2/8/2026 10:20:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $14 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 5m
Cheapest Buses Saturday
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Intrcity Smartbus15h 5m07:15 PMDelhiSanjay Gandhi Bus Station10:20 AMVaranasiBus Stop0BasicA Bus from Intrcity Smartbus goes from Sanjay Gandhi Bus Station, Delhi (India) at 2/8/2026 7:15:00 PM to Bus Stop, Varanasi (India) arriving at 2/9/2026 10:20:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 5m
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BlaBlaCar12h 0m04:30 AMDelhi4:30 PMVaranasi0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Delhi (India) at 2/8/2026 4:30:00 AM to , Varanasi (India) arriving at 2/8/2026 4:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 0m
Cheapest Buses Sunday
Cheapest Carpool Sunday
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Intrcity Smartbus15h 5m07:15 PMDelhiSanjay Gandhi Bus Station10:20 AMVaranasiBus Stop0BasicA Bus from Intrcity Smartbus goes from Sanjay Gandhi Bus Station, Delhi (India) at 2/9/2026 7:15:00 PM to Bus Stop, Varanasi (India) arriving at 2/10/2026 10:20:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 5m
Cheapest Buses Monday
What are the fastest trips from Delhi to Varanasi?
You can get to Varanasi from Delhi in just 10h 50m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.
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Intrcity Smartbus15h 5m07:15 PMDelhiSanjay Gandhi Bus Station10:20 AMVaranasiBus Stop0BasicA Bus from Intrcity Smartbus goes from Sanjay Gandhi Bus Station, Delhi (India) at 2/3/2026 7:15:00 PM to Bus Stop, Varanasi (India) arriving at 2/4/2026 10:20:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 5m
Fastest Buses Tuesday
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Indian Railways13h 48m07:35 AMDelhiJunction Train Station9:23 PMVaranasiDeen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction Train Station0First ClassA Train from Indian Railways goes from Junction Train Station, Delhi (India) at 2/4/2026 7:35:00 AM to Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction Train Station, Varanasi (India) arriving at 2/4/2026 9:23:00 PM. 50 First Class ticket for $8 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 48m
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Intrcity Smartbus15h 5m07:15 PMDelhiSanjay Gandhi Bus Station10:20 AMVaranasiBus Stop0BasicA Bus from Intrcity Smartbus goes from Sanjay Gandhi Bus Station, Delhi (India) at 2/4/2026 7:15:00 PM to Bus Stop, Varanasi (India) arriving at 2/5/2026 10:20:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $10 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 5m
Fastest Trains Wednesday
Fastest Buses Wednesday
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BlaBlaCar10h 50m04:00 PMIndira Gandhi Airport2:50 AMVaranasi0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Indira Gandhi Airport (India) at 2/5/2026 4:00:00 PM to , Varanasi (India) arriving at 2/6/2026 2:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 50m
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Intrcity Smartbus15h 5m07:15 PMDelhiSanjay Gandhi Bus Station10:20 AMVaranasiBus Stop0BasicA Bus from Intrcity Smartbus goes from Sanjay Gandhi Bus Station, Delhi (India) at 2/5/2026 7:15:00 PM to Bus Stop, Varanasi (India) arriving at 2/6/2026 10:20:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 5m
Fastest Carpool Thursday
Fastest Buses Thursday
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Intrcity Smartbus15h 5m07:15 PMDelhiSanjay Gandhi Bus Station10:20 AMVaranasiBus Stop0BasicA Bus from Intrcity Smartbus goes from Sanjay Gandhi Bus Station, Delhi (India) at 2/6/2026 7:15:00 PM to Bus Stop, Varanasi (India) arriving at 2/7/2026 10:20:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 5m
Fastest Buses Friday
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Intrcity Smartbus15h 5m07:15 PMDelhiSanjay Gandhi Bus Station10:20 AMVaranasiBus Stop0BasicA Bus from Intrcity Smartbus goes from Sanjay Gandhi Bus Station, Delhi (India) at 2/7/2026 7:15:00 PM to Bus Stop, Varanasi (India) arriving at 2/8/2026 10:20:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $14 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 5m
Fastest Buses Saturday
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BlaBlaCar12h 0m04:30 AMDelhi4:30 PMVaranasi0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Delhi (India) at 2/8/2026 4:30:00 AM to , Varanasi (India) arriving at 2/8/2026 4:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 0m
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Intrcity Smartbus15h 5m07:15 PMDelhiSanjay Gandhi Bus Station10:20 AMVaranasiBus Stop0BasicA Bus from Intrcity Smartbus goes from Sanjay Gandhi Bus Station, Delhi (India) at 2/8/2026 7:15:00 PM to Bus Stop, Varanasi (India) arriving at 2/9/2026 10:20:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 5m
Fastest Carpool Sunday
Fastest Buses Sunday
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Intrcity Smartbus15h 5m07:15 PMDelhiSanjay Gandhi Bus Station10:20 AMVaranasiBus Stop0BasicA Bus from Intrcity Smartbus goes from Sanjay Gandhi Bus Station, Delhi (India) at 2/9/2026 7:15:00 PM to Bus Stop, Varanasi (India) arriving at 2/10/2026 10:20:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 5m
Fastest Buses Monday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Delhi to Varanasi
What are the most popular stations in Delhi and Varanasi?
In Delhi, you will usually depart from Junction Train Station, Sanjay Gandhi Bus Station or Shahdara Metro Station, while in Varanasi you will be arriving at Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction Train Station, Banaras Train Station or Bus Stand, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Varanasi from Delhi? With 3 connections between 4 Flight, Carpool, Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Delhi and Varanasi, you can pay as low as $6 with a Bus from Intrcity Smartbus.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Carpool from BlaBlaCar: you will get to Varanasi in just 10h 50m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Delhi and Varanasi are Intrcity Smartbus, BlaBlaCar and Indian Railways, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Delhi and Varanasi is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from New Delhi or to Mughal Sarāi, and look at flights from Delhi Airport, and landing at . Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Delhi to Varanasi?
The most popular companies between Delhi and Varanasi, are Intrcity Smartbus, BlaBlaCar and Indian Railways. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: Intrcity Smartbus
Train companies: Indian Railways
All you need to know when you travel from Delhi to Varanasi
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Delhi to Varanasi. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Delhi to Varanasi
How can I reach Varanasi from Delhi?
Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Flight, Carpool, Train and Bus, with which you can get to Varanasi from Delhi.
How far is Varanasi from Delhi?
The distance between Delhi and Varanasi is 424.0 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Delhi and Varanasi?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 18 kgs of CO2, a train 24 kgs, a car 116 kgs, and a flight 168 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Delhi to Varanasi?
You can get to Varanasi with just $6 by taking a Bus from Intrcity Smartbus.
What is the fastest way to get from Delhi to Varanasi?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Varanasi in just 10h 50m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.
More routes to Delhi and to Varanasi
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Delhi and to Varanasi. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
- Trips to Delhi
- Ajmer to Delhi
- Ambala to Delhi
- Chandigarh to Delhi
- Chennai to Delhi
- Dehradun to Delhi
- Gorakhpur to Delhi
- Haridwar to Delhi
- Jaipur to Delhi
- Jalandhar to Delhi
- Lucknow to Delhi
- Ludhiana to Delhi
- Manali to Delhi
- Mathura to Delhi
- Varanasi to Delhi
- Trips to Varanasi
- Agra to Varanasi
- Lucknow to Varanasi
- Nagpur to Varanasi
- New Delhi to Varanasi
