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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Rishikesh to Varanasi

Composite routes from Rishikesh to Varanasi

Cheapest
11 h 41 min
Car
837 km.
from $46
Fastest
1 h 30 min
Plane
Other
20 h 6 min
706 km.
from $41.37
8 h 4 min
Bus, Plane
705 km.
from $83.62

Transport providers

Airlines

IndiGo Airlines

Website:
goindigo.in/
Plane from Jolly Grant Airport to Varanasi
Ave. Duration:
4h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$88.93–$241.38
Plane from Jolly Grant Airport to Allahabad
Ave. Duration:
5h 46m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$50.82–$165.16

Air India Limited

Website:
airindia.in/
Plane from Jolly Grant Airport to Varanasi
Ave. Duration:
3h 37m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.52–$215.97

Helitrans

Website:
helitrans.no/
Plane from Jolly Grant Airport to Allahabad
Ave. Duration:
7h 52m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.58–$266.79

Train operators

Indian Railways

Phone:
14646
Email:
care@irctc.co.in
Website:
irctc.co.in
Train from Yog Nagari Rishikesh to Varanasi
Ave. Duration:
19h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$5.46–$139.75
Train from Prayagraj Jn to Pt.Deen
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.03–$22.87
Train from Yog Nagari Rishikesh to Kashi
Ave. Duration:
19h 31m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$5.59–$139.75

Bus operators

Laxmi Holidays

Phone:
+918377971006
Email:
info@laxmiholidays.com
Website:
laxmiholidays.com/
Bus from Rishikesh to Kashmiri
Ave. Duration:
4h 36m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.08–$9.53
Bus from Mori Gate to Varanasi
Ave. Duration:
14h 45m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$11.43–$45.74

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Rishīkesh to Varanasi is to train which costs $4.67 - $119.57 and takes 19h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rishīkesh to Varanasi is to fly which takes 3h 55m and costs $81.52 - $184.78 .

Is there a direct train between Rishīkesh and Varanasi?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Yog Nagari Rishikesh and arriving at Varanasi Jn. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19h 10m.

How far is it from Rishīkesh to Varanasi?

The distance between Rishīkesh and Varanasi is 740 km. The road distance is 795.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Rishīkesh to Varanasi without a car is to train which takes 19h 10m and costs $4.67 - $119.57 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Rishīkesh to Varanasi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rishīkesh to Varanasi train from?

Rishīkesh to Varanasi train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Yog Nagari Rishikesh station.

Train, bus or fly from Rishīkesh to Varanasi?

The best way to get from Rishīkesh to Varanasi is to fly which takes 3h 55m and costs $81.52 - $184.78 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $4.67 - $119.57 and takes 19h 10m, you could also bus, which costs $16.30 - $50 and takes 20h 6m.

Where does the Rishīkesh to Varanasi train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rishīkesh to Varanasi?

Yes, the driving distance between Rishīkesh to Varanasi is 796 km. It takes approximately 11h 41m to drive from Rishīkesh to Varanasi.

Where can I stay near Varanasi?

There are 1518+ hotels available in Varanasi. Prices start at $17.32 per night.
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