Chennai to Varanasi

Chennai to Varanasi

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Chennai to Varanasi Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
TaxiBazaar
SUV 6pax
Any time
+1d 2h 5m
$958.65
Flight
Air India
Economy
01:00
15:00
$73.36
Flight
Air India
Economy
03:00
15:00
$79.18
Flight
Air India Express
Economy
04:45
11:50
$69.86
Flight
IndiGo
Economy
05:05
11:30
$112.56
Flight
IndiGo
Economy
05:30
13:45
$136.58
Flight
Air India
Economy
05:50
16:15
$62.88
Flight
Air India Express
Economy
06:10
15:50
$86.16
Train
Indian Railways
3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper
06:40
20:55
$27.92
Flight
IndiGo
Economy
07:00
18:15
$80.47
Flight
Air India Express
Economy
07:25
13:50
$71.03
Flight
IndiGo
Economy
07:50
10:15
$80.35
Flight
Air India
Economy
08:10
11:35
$64.04
Flight
IndiGo
Economy
08:30
19:40
$104.62
Flight
Air India
Economy
08:55
15:00
$79.18
Train
Indian Railways
1A - AC First Class Sleeper
09:15
19:30
$53.34
Flight
Air India
Economy
09:35
21:00
$154.78
Flight
IndiGo
Economy
10:35
18:15
$136.58
Flight
IndiGo
Economy
11:15
19:40
$104.62
Flight
Air India
Economy
11:40
12:35
$174.62

How to get from Chennai to Varanasi

When you want to get from Chennai to Varanasi, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Train
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Bus ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 63.99. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 63.99.

How far is Chennai from Varanasi?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Chennai to Varanasi. Your trip will be a total of 1197 miles (1925 km). The flying distance is 2818 miles (4534 km).

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

The travel time from Chennai to Varanasi can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 6 to 39 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Chennai to Varanasi?

The cost of the trip from Chennai to Varanasi varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Vkv Travels: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 63.99 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Bus - a one-way Bus ticket can cost as much as USD 63.99.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Chennai to Varanasi:

  • Train tickets - USD 11.73 to USD 62.15;
  • Bus tickets - USD 63.99 to USD 63.99;
  • flight price: USD 203.35 - USD 577.14. From Chennai to Varanasi starting from 04:30 Chennai Airport until 22:05 Chennai Airport

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 331.32 to USD 503.96.

How many trips per day are there between Chennai and Varanasi?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 18:35 - you can also take a bus as late as 18:35. There are 1 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Chennai to Varanasi is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Chennai to Varanasi. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 331.32.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Chennai to Varanasi

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Chennai to Varanasi? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 100% users enjoyed a train ride.

Transportation from Chennai to Varanasi

Facts about the transport from Chennai to Varanasi

Cheapest Transport$12
Fastest Transport5h 20m
Earliest Departure4:30 AM
Latest Departure10:05 PM
Departures per day1
Distance1925 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAir India, Air India Express, Indian Railways, IndiGo, IndiGo, SpiceJet, TaxiBazaar, Vkv Travels