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Delhi
Varanasi
Delhi → Agra → Kanpur → Lucknow → Sultanpur → Varanasi
Distance
820km
Drive Time
12hrs
Highway
NH-19 (Grand Trunk Road) via Agra & Lucknow
Cab From
₹9,020
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Your Route at a Glance
Delhi
Varanasi
Distance
820 km
Miles
509 mi
Duration
12-14 hours
Stops
4
How far is Varanasi from Delhi?
The distance from Delhi to Varanasi is 820 km by road via NH-19 (Grand Trunk Road) via Agra & Lucknow, and the drive takes about 12-14 hours. A one-way AC cab starts from ₹9,020 (sedan), with SUV and Tempo Traveller options also available. Toll and state tax are charged extra at actual.
Heading to Varanasi from Delhi? Cover the 820 km stretch in approximately 12-14 hours on NH-19 (Grand Trunk Road) via Agra & Lucknow. Pick the AC sedan or SUV that fits your party — sedan, SUV or tempo. Fares are fixed and all-inclusive — no surge, no hidden charges.
By Road
820 km
Drive Time
12-14 hours
Cab From
₹9,020
Fuel (self-drive)
₹5,857
At a Glance
Delhi to Varanasi Distance, Time & Cab Fare
| Road distance | 820 km (509 miles) |
|---|---|
| Drive time by cab | 12-14 hours |
| Best route / highway | NH-19 (Grand Trunk Road) via Agra & Lucknow |
| AC Sedan cab fare Swift Dzire / Etios · 4 seater | ₹9,020 (₹11/km) |
| SUV cab fare Innova Crysta / Ertiga · 6-7 seater | ₹11,480 (₹14/km) |
| Tempo Traveller cab fare 12-seater AC | ₹16,400 (₹20/km) |
| Approx. fuel cost (self-drive) | ₹5,857 one-way |
* Cab fares are one-way and include fuel & driver. Toll and state tax are extra at actual.
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How to Travel from Delhi to Varanasi: Cab vs Train vs Bus vs Flight
A quick comparison of travel time, cost and comfort for the 820 km journey to help you choose the right mode.
| Mode | Travel Time | Cost | Comfort | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cab / Taxi | 12-14 hours | From ₹9,020 | Door-to-door, private, flexible stops | Families, groups, comfort |
| Train | 13-17 hrs | Budget (subject to availability) | Fixed timing, station-to-station | Solo budget travellers |
| Bus | 13-18 hrs | Most economical | Shared, fixed stops | Backpackers, low budget |
| Flight | 1-1.5 hrs + transfers | Highest | Fastest but airport transfers needed | Long distances, time-critical |
For Delhi to Varanasi, a private cab offers door-to-door pickup, no fixed timetable and the freedom to stop anywhere en route.
Route Overview
Delhi to Varanasi Road Guide
820
km
12
hours
NH-19 (Grand Trunk Road) via Agra & Lucknow
highway
Mix of expressway and national highway. Agra to Lucknow via expressway is excellent.
Your Journey
En-Route Stops
4 stops along 820 km
Delhi
Start · km 0
Agra
Rest stop · Food & refreshments
Kanpur
Rest stop · Food & refreshments
Lucknow
Rest stop · Food & refreshments
Sultanpur
Rest stop · Food & refreshments
Varanasi
Destination · 820 km
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Delhi to Varanasi Cab Fare
All-inclusive · No hidden charges
Sedan
Swift Dzire / Etios · 4 Seater
SUV
Innova Crysta / Ertiga · 6-7 Seater
Tempo Traveller
12-Seater AC · 12 Seater
* Toll & state tax extra at actual. Fares based on 820 km one-way.
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Tips & Insights
Best Time to Travel
October to March for pleasant weather. Dev Deepawali (November) is magical in Varanasi.
Local Insider Tip
Book overnight cab with a halt. Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat is a must-see.
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Quick Answer
The road distance from Delhi to Varanasi is approximately 820 km via NH-19 (Grand Trunk Road) via Agra & Lucknow. By air the straight-line distance is shorter, but 820 km is the actual driving distance you cover by car, cab or bus.
FAQ
Delhi to Varanasi FAQs
The road distance from Delhi to Varanasi is approximately 820 km via NH-19 (Grand Trunk Road) via Agra & Lucknow. By air the straight-line distance is shorter, but 820 km is the actual driving distance you cover by car, cab or bus.
The drive from Delhi to Varanasi takes approximately 12-14 hours via NH-19 (Grand Trunk Road) via Agra & Lucknow in normal traffic. Starting early morning (5-6 AM) helps you avoid city congestion and reduces total travel time.
A one-way cab from Delhi to Varanasi starts at ₹9,020 for an AC sedan (Swift Dzire/Etios). An SUV (Innova Crysta/Ertiga) starts at ₹11,480 and a 12-seater Tempo Traveller from ₹16,400. Toll and state tax are extra at actual.
An SUV such as the Innova Crysta or Ertiga from Delhi to Varanasi starts at ₹11,480 for the 820 km one-way trip, billed at ₹14/km. SUVs are ideal for families of 6-7 and for hill or rough-road sections.
The recommended and fastest route from Delhi to Varanasi is via NH-19 (Grand Trunk Road) via Agra & Lucknow. Popular stops en route include Agra, Kanpur, Lucknow, Sultanpur. Our drivers know all alternative routes and pick the optimal path based on live traffic, road work and weather.
Toll charges from Delhi to Varanasi depend on the highway plazas on NH-19 (Grand Trunk Road) via Agra & Lucknow and are paid at actual via FASTag. The driver handles all toll payments and they are added transparently to your final bill — there are no hidden charges.
If you self-drive, expect roughly ₹5,857 in petrol/diesel one-way for Delhi to Varanasi (based on about 14 km/l). Booking a Triveni cab includes fuel in the fare, so you only pay toll and state tax extra.
Yes — Delhi to Varanasi is connected by road (12-14 hours by cab), and most major routes also have trains and state/private buses. A private cab is the most flexible option with door-to-door pickup, no fixed timing and freedom to stop en route.
October to March for pleasant weather. Dev Deepawali (November) is magical in Varanasi. For the smoothest drive, start early in the day to avoid traffic and reach Varanasi with daylight to spare.
Popular stops en route include Agra, Kanpur, Lucknow, Sultanpur. These make convenient halts for food, fuel, restrooms and photos, breaking up the 820 km journey comfortably.
If you only need a single drop, a one-way cab from Delhi to Varanasi is cheaper because you do not pay for the return run. Choose a round trip when you want the same car and driver to wait and bring you back — it works out economical for same-day return.
Triveni Cabs offers AC Sedan, SUV (Innova/Ertiga) and 12-seater Tempo Traveller for Delhi to Varanasi, all GPS-tracked with verified drivers. Daytime travel is recommended, but our experienced drivers handle night drives on the NH-19 (Grand Trunk Road) via Agra & Lucknow safely too.
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