Prayagraj to Varanasi

Prayagraj to Varanasi

Prayagraj
Varanasi
Sun, May 26
One Way
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$4
 
 
$104

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Prayagraj to Varanasi Schedule

Prayagraj to Varanasi Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Indian Railways SL - Sleeper Class 01:50 - 06:15₹ 343
Indian Railways 3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper 03:20 - 06:00₹ 910
Indian Railways 3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper 04:20 - 06:58₹ 960
Indian Railways 3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper 07:40 - 10:00₹ 960
Zingbus AC Seater 09:20 - 12:00₹ 1,426
Indian Railways SL - Sleeper Class 10:00 - 12:25₹ 413
IndiGo Economy 12:55 - 06:10₹ 13,244
IndiGo Economy 14:30 - 22:20₹ 16,963
Indian Railways 2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper 16:10 - 19:40₹ 1,115
Siddharth Holidays A/C Semi Sleeper 18:00 - 21:00₹ 578
Indian Railways SL - Sleeper Class 20:30 - 23:20₹ 443
Indian Railways 3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper 23:05 - 02:00₹ 960

Transportation from Prayagraj to Varanasi

Facts about the transport from Prayagraj to Varanasi

Cheapest Transport$4
Fastest Transport1h 45m
Earliest Departure1:50 AM
Latest Departure6:00 PM
Departures per day60
Distance88 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAnsh Travels, Comfort Tour And Travels, Gola Bus Service, Hans Travels, Highway Star Travel Cargo, Indian Railways, IndiGo, Laxmi Holidays, Radhika Travels, Ramashiv Travels, Sethi Yatra, Shri Mahavir Tour , Siddharth Holidays, TravelODesk India, Vidhan Tour Travels, Zingbus

How to get from Prayagraj to Varanasi

When you want to get from Prayagraj 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 Bus. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Flight ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 103.85. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 3.39.

How far is Prayagraj from Varanasi?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Prayagraj to Varanasi. Your trip will be a total of 55 miles (88 km). The flying distance is 55 miles (88 km).

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

The travel time from Prayagraj to Varanasi can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 8 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Prayagraj to Varanasi varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Vidhan Tour Travels: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 3.39 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 103.85.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 3.40 to USD 34.67;
  • Train tickets - USD 3.76 to USD 19.69;
  • flight price: USD 129.60 - USD 267.04. From Allahabad to Varanasi starting from 12:55 Prayagraj Airport until 14:30 Prayagraj Airport

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 65.59 to USD 103.84.

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

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

  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 40 trains per day.
  • Buses start plying the route from 03:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 18:00. There are 16 available bus trips every day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Allahabad to Varanasi any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Allahabad 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 Allahabad 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 65.59.

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 Prayagraj to Varanasi

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Prayagraj 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:

  • 59% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 26% chosen flight
  • 15% decided to go for a bus.