Facts about the transport from Kota to Varanasi
| Cheapest Transport | $10 |
| Fastest Transport | 15h 2m |
| Earliest Departure | 4:28 PM |
| Latest Departure | 9:25 PM |
| Departures per day | 15 |
| Distance | 892 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Indian Railways, Shri Chirag |
Kota to Varanasi
Best Options
$10
$45
Other Options
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Price
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Arrival
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Transportation from Kota to Varanasi
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Trains$ 9.17
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Buses$ 2,432.44
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Ferries are not available
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Flights are not available
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Taxis are not available
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Vans are not available
Popular Routes
From Varanasi
Popular Routes in India
How to get from Kota to Varanasi
Travelling between Kota and Varanasi is possible by Bus and train. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Train is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 44.78 if you go by Train; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 9.17.
How long does it take to get from Kota to Varanasi?
It can take you anywhere between 18 and 23 hours to travel between Kota and Varanasi depending on the means of transport you choose.
Train is the fastest way to travel between Kota and Varanasi. Train will bring you to your destination in 17h 50m. Train does a much slower job and take about 22h 15m to reach Varanasi.
How much does it cost to get from Kota to Varanasi?
Travelling between Kota and Varanasi can be as cheap as USD 9.17 if you opt for a Indian Railways train and as expensive as USD 44.78 if you buy a Indian Railways Train 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 Kota and Varanasi ?
- 15 from Kota to Varanasi starting from 18:10 Kota Jn until 21:25 Kota Jn
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Kota to Varanasi.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Bus
Travelling from Kota to Varanasi 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 Kota and Varanasi
Shri Chirag
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 Kota to Varanasi?
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
- 100% took a train