Rishikesh to Varanasi

Rishikesh to Varanasi

Rishikesh
Varanasi
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Rishikesh to Varanasi Destination Reviews

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Rodney P
My experience was terrible. I had to fight with the first bus driver for a long time ttget on. The description didn't even mention the bus I was riding the only way I got on was I made him check his records for my name. It wasn't a sleeper bus. Then I went to Delhi and waited for my next bus for 5 hours in the hot dirt. That bus was a partial sleeper but they sold out of sleeping bunks so they made me ride 12 more hours sitting up. I asked everyone what they paid and I learnt I was paying 4 times as much as everyone else and 3 times as much as anyone in the seat I reserved and didn't get. I could have made it to Delhi on my own and caught a bus to Varanasi onmy own and saved 3000 rupees and 3 hours in waiting at least maybe closer to 5 hours. The company doesn't offer a direct ticket to Varanasi so the entire thing was false and my sleeping class was sold out so they told me my acsleeper didn't mean sleeper. If I can't get a partial refund that's it for me. I'll never order through you again. It's more convenient to go in 100 tourist offices than deal with the constant hassle and uncomfortable situations goda bus put me through
Rishikesh to Varanasi, Bus AC Sleeper, Gola Bus Service, Oct 10, 2023
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Rishikesh to Varanasi Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
TaxiBazaar
Sedan
Any time
+13h 12m
$532.66
Taxi
TravelODesk India
Comfort 3pax
Any time
+11h 40m
$320.00
Bus
Gola Bus Service
AC Seater
10:50
08:35
$38.69
Train
Indian Railways
SL - Sleeper Class
15:20
05:15
$5.82
Bus
Vijay Tour and Travels
AC Seater
16:50
10:20
$16.58
Bus
Karan Travels
AC Sleeper
17:05
10:35
$21.00
Bus
Vijay Tour and Travels
AC Seater
17:50
11:20
$15.47
Train
Indian Railways
1A - AC First Class Sleeper
20:55
16:10
$29.97
Train
Indian Railways
2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper
20:55
16:10
$18.07
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How to get from Rishikesh to Varanasi

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

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • 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 Flight 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 76.61. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 26.75.

How far is Rishikesh from Varanasi?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Rishikesh to Varanasi. Your trip will be a total of 2774 miles (4463 km). The flying distance is 2774 miles (4463 km).

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

The travel time from Rishikesh to Varanasi can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 6 to 25 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Rishikesh to Varanasi varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Tiwari and Brothers: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 26.75 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 76.61.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 26.75 to USD 76.61;
  • flight price: USD 92.27 - USD 144.68. From Rishikesh to Varanasi starting from 08:55 Dehra Dun Airport until 14:25 Dehra Dun Airport

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 354.23 to USD 960.71.

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

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 15:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 18:00. There are 2 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Rishikesh 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 Rishikesh 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 354.23.

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

The most popular transport from Rishikesh to Varanasi

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

  • 82% chosen flight
  • 17% decided to go for a bus.
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Rishikesh to Varanasi

Facts about the transport from Rishikesh to Varanasi

Cheapest Transport$27
Fastest Transport5h 15m
Earliest Departure8:55 AM
Latest Departure6:00 PM
Departures per day2
Distance4463 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAir India, IndiGo, Khushi Tour Travels, TaxiBazaar, Tiwari and Brothers, TravelODesk India