Varanasi to West Bengal

Varanasi to West Bengal

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Varanasi to West Bengal Schedule

Varanasi to West Bengal Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
TravelODesk India Van 6pax Any time₹ 29,106
Indian Railways SL - Sleeper Class 02:35 - 12:55₹ 668
Indian Railways 1A - AC First Class Sleeper 04:52 - 13:15₹ 3,355
Indian Railways 3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper 06:53 - 17:30₹ 1,595
IndiGo Economy #6E50711:45 - 13:15₹ 6,532
Air India Economy 12:45 - 19:00₹ 9,514
Indian Railways SL - Sleeper Class 14:20 - 03:15₹ 698
Indian Railways 2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper 17:20 - 07:00₹ 1,845
Indian Railways 2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper 18:28 - 04:55₹ 1,780
Indian Railways 2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper 20:28 - 06:55₹ 1,880
SpiceJet Economy 22:15 - 09:05₹ 14,829

Transportation from Varanasi to West Bengal

Facts about the transport from Varanasi to West Bengal

Cheapest Transport$9
Fastest Transport1h 15m
Earliest Departure1:42 AM
Latest Departure9:15 PM
Departures per day7
Distance674 kilometers
Transport CompaniesIndian Railways, IndiGo, Singh Bus Service, TravelODesk India, Tulsi Travel

How to get from Varanasi to West Bengal

Travelling between Varanasi and West Bengal is possible by Flight, bus, train and taxi. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 347.89 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 14.53.

How long does it take to get from Varanasi to West Bengal?

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 16 hours to travel between Varanasi and West Bengal depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Varanasi and West Bengal. Flight will bring you to your destination in 1h 15m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 16h to reach West Bengal.

How much does it cost to get from Varanasi to West Bengal?

Travelling between Varanasi and West Bengal can be as cheap as USD 14.53 if you opt for a Tulsi Travel bus and as expensive as USD 347.89 if you buy a TravelODesk India taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Varanasi and West Bengal ?

  • 4 from Varanasi to West Bengal starting from 20:00 Varanasi until 21:15 Varanasi
  • 1 from Varanasi to West Bengal starting from 11:40 Varanasi International Airport until 11:40 Varanasi International Airport
  • 2 from Varanasi to West Bengal starting from 00:00 Varanasi Hotel Transfer until 00:00 Varanasi Hotel Transfer

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Varanasi to West Bengal.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Flights

Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Varanasi to West Bengal, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 78.58.

Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.

If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.

In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.

Airlines flying between Varanasi and West Bengal

IndiGo

Bus

Travelling from Varanasi to West Bengal overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Varanasi and West Bengal

Singh Bus Service, Tulsi Travel

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Varanasi and West Bengal

TravelODesk India

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Varanasi to West Bengal?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 69% took a train
  • 16% decided to fly
  • 15% opted for a bus