{"id":26262,"date":"2025-10-13T10:10:36","date_gmt":"2025-10-13T10:10:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dreamandtravel.com\/?p=26262"},"modified":"2025-10-13T12:39:19","modified_gmt":"2025-10-13T12:39:19","slug":"prayagraj-to-varanasi-distance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dreamandtravel.com\/prayagraj-to-varanasi-distance","title":{"rendered":"What Is The Prayagraj To Varanasi Distance By Road? Know How To Travel By Bus, Train, Or Car"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Varanasi, or the Eternal City of Lord Shiva, has been at the epicenter of spiritual tourism in India<\/a> since time immemorial. From the Rig Veda to the Ramayana, Mahabharata, and Skanda Purana, Kashi has meen mentioned for its great spiritual significance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is also the city of liberation. In the Sapta Mokshapuri Sloka, it is said,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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It means that Ayodhya, Mathura, Maya, Kashi, Kanchi, Avantika, and Dvaravati are the seven cities that offer Moksha or spiritual liberation. So, if you are traveling from Prayagraj to Ayodhya<\/a>, you must also consider a holy journey from Prayagraj to Varanasi. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, Varanasi is now gearing up for the live performance of the maestro, A R Rahman. In an interview with Shruti Hasan on the Soundscape Podcast of NDTV Good Times<\/a>, he shared his plans about performing on the Ghats of the Ganges in Varanasi. He is calling it the \u201cPeace Concert<\/strong>\u201d that people have been waiting for so many years. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

He also mentioned that he is eager to soak in the \u201cenergy\u201d of Varanasi, and there are \u201ca million stories there<\/em><\/strong>.\u201d Are you also eager to listen to these stories? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this Dream and Travel Guide, I will talk about the Prayagraj to Varanasi distance, the modes of travel, the best time for travel, and more!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Is The Prayagraj To Varanasi Distance In Km?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The Prayagraj to Varanasi distance by road is around 122 km. The travel time depends on the mode of transport you choose. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Prayagraj to Varanasi by Train <\/td>1 Hour 50 Minutes to 5 Hours (based on the train)<\/td><\/tr>
Prayagraj to Varanasi by Bus<\/td>3 Hours<\/td><\/tr>
Prayagraj to Varanasi by Car<\/td>2.5-3 Hours <\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

How Can I Go To Varanasi From Prayagraj?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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As mentioned, you can travel from Prayagraj to Varanasi by train, car, or bus. Traveling by train, of course, is the fastest. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. How To Travel The Prayagraj To Varanasi Distance By Train?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Many trains ply between Prayagraj Junction and Varanasi Junction. Vande Bharat Express is the fastest among them. Here are the train details of the Vande Bharat trains from Prayagraj to Varanasi (Source: IRCTC). However, there are around 50 train options on the route. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Trains<\/th>Departure<\/th>Arrival<\/th>Available<\/th>Ticket Price (INR)<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
VANDE BHARAT EXP (20176)<\/td>11:15 AM <\/td>1 PM (Banaras)<\/td>Monday
Tuesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday<\/td>		CC: 695
EC: 1160<\/td><\/tr>
VANDE BHARAT EXP (22436)<\/td>12:10 PM<\/td>2 PM<\/td>Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday<\/td>		CC: 715
EC: 1200<\/td><\/tr>
VANDE BHARAT EXP (22416)<\/td>9:15 PM<\/td>11:05 PM<\/td>Monday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday<\/td>		CC: 485
EC: 930<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Varanasi Junction is the closest to the Kashi Viswanath temple, and the distance is just around 4 km. Banaras Railway Station is 6 km away from the temple. <\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

From the railway stations, you will get a cycle rickshaw, auto, or e-rickshaw taking you to the Godowlia Chowk. From there, it\u2019s a short walk to the temple, and the charge will be around INR 100. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. How To Travel The Prayagraj To Varanasi Distance By Bus? <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (UPSRTC)<\/strong> operates many buses from Prayagraj to Varanasi. The ticket prices are around INR 200 to 300. Overnight bus services are also available, with UPSRTC operating buses from Prayagraj at 12:31 AM. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can book the UPSRC buses from Prayagraj to Ayodhya on platforms such as Abhibus, and you can even contact UPSRC at +91-522 2622363 and 1800-180-2877 for bus enquiries. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. How To Travel The Prayagraj To Varanasi Distance By Car?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Prayagraj to Varanasi distance by road timings will depend on the route you choose. For example, the route via Handia through NH19 is the fastest. Here are more details. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Prayagraj to Varanasi Route Options<\/strong><\/th>Duration<\/strong><\/th>Road Condition<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
The NH19 Route via Handia<\/td>2.5-3 Hours<\/td>Well-Maintained<\/td><\/tr>
Via Jaunpur and SH38<\/td>3.5 Hours<\/td>Scenic and Passes through Rural Areas<\/td><\/tr>
NH35 Via Mirzapur<\/td>3.5 Hours<\/td>Ideal Option for Sightseeing<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Prayagraj to Varanasi distance taxi fare or car fare will depend on the route you choose and, of course, the type of vehicle you are traveling in. The charges will be around INR 2500 to 10000. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Is The Best Time To Travel Varanasi From Prayagraj?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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