Delhi to Varanasi Road Distance: 820 km · 12-14 hours · Cab from ₹9,020
Delhi → Agra → Kanpur → Lucknow → Sultanpur → Varanasi
Darshan timings, ghat-side drops and drivers who know the aarti schedule.
Cab fare, all inclusive
Distance
820km
Drive time
12hrs
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Driving Delhi to Varanasi: what this corridor is like
Timed for darshan
Ram Mandir, Kashi Vishwanath and Har Ki Pauri run on temple time; the driver plans the departure so you arrive for the slot you booked.
Ghat-side drops
Most ghats are foot-only for the last stretch. We drop at the nearest vehicle point and wait, rather than leaving you to find a cab back.
Festival-week fares fixed
Deepotsav, Kanwar season, Chhath — fares are locked when you book, and the driver stays with you across multi-day yatras.
What the Delhi to Varanasi road is actually like
Delhi to Varanasi is a night's driving rather than a day's, and nearly all of it is expressway now. We leave on the Yamuna Expressway, empty and fast after dark, take the Agra bypass without entering the city, and pick up the Agra-Lucknow Expressway at its western end. That stretch runs flat and straight through Firozabad, Etawah and Kannauj country for hours, with lit rest areas where the driver can stretch his legs and the passengers can find a toilet and tea. Past Lucknow the route splits: the Purvanchal Expressway carries a car on east, while the older road through Sultanpur and Jaunpur is what we take when the expressway is shut. Either way the last hour into Varanasi is ordinary two-lane road shared with tractors and cycles, best done in daylight. In December and January fog sits on the Agra-Lucknow section from midnight until well after sunrise, and we slow right down or halt at Lucknow. The monsoon does not trouble the expressways. Breakfast is kachori and sabzi once the sun is up.
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.
By Road
820 km
Drive Time
12-14 hours
Cab From
₹9,020
Fuel (self-drive)
₹5,857
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)
- Ertiga SUV cab fare Maruti Ertiga · 6 seater
- ₹12,300 (₹15/km)
- Innova Crysta cab fare Toyota Innova Crysta · 7 seater
- ₹14,760 (₹18/km)
- Tempo Traveller cab fare 12-seater AC
- ₹18,860 (₹23/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.
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.
Cab / TaxiRecommended
- Travel Time
- 12-14 hours
- Cost
- From ₹9,020
- Comfort
- Door-to-door, private, flexible stops
- Best For
- Families, groups, comfort
Train
- Travel Time
- 13-17 hrs
- Cost
- Budget (subject to availability)
- Comfort
- Fixed timing, station-to-station
- Best For
- Solo budget travellers
Bus
- Travel Time
- 13-18 hrs
- Cost
- Most economical
- Comfort
- Shared, fixed stops
- Best For
- Backpackers, low budget
Flight
- Travel Time
- 1-1.5 hrs + transfers
- Cost
- Highest
- Comfort
- Fastest but airport transfers needed
- Best For
- 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.
Toll plazas on this route
Total toll
₹830
01Jewar Toll Plaza (Yamuna Exp)
- At km
- 60 km
- Toll (car)
- ₹155
02Mathura Toll Plaza (Yamuna Exp)
- At km
- 160 km
- Toll (car)
- ₹130
03Agra-Lucknow Exp Toll (Firozabad)
- At km
- 280 km
- Toll (car)
- ₹195
04Agra-Lucknow Exp Toll (Kannauj)
- At km
- 420 km
- Toll (car)
- ₹165
05Lucknow-Sultanpur Toll
- At km
- 580 km
- Toll (car)
- ₹110
06Jaunpur Toll Plaza
- At km
- 720 km
- Toll (car)
- ₹75
Total one-way toll
₹830
* FASTag accepted at all plazas. Rates approximate, may vary. Tolls are billed at actual on your trip.
Delhi to Varanasi cab fare
Fuel and driver included · Tolls and taxes extra
Sedan
Swift Dzire / Etios · 4 Seater
Ertiga SUV
Maruti Ertiga · 6 Seater
Innova Crysta
Toyota Innova Crysta · 7 Seater
Tempo Traveller
12-Seater AC · 12 Seater
* Toll & state tax extra at actual. Fares based on 820 km one-way.
Tips from drivers who run this route every week
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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Delhi to Varanasi FAQs
What is the distance from Delhi to Varanasi by road?
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.
How long does it take to drive from Delhi to Varanasi?
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.
How much does a cab from Delhi to Varanasi cost?
A cab from Delhi to Varanasi starts at ₹9,020 for an AC sedan (Swift Dzire/Etios). An Ertiga SUV starts at ₹12,300, an Innova Crysta at ₹14,760, and a 12-seater Tempo Traveller from ₹18,860. Outstation trips are billed on a 300 km per day minimum. Toll and state tax are extra at actual.
What is the cab fare for an SUV or Innova from Delhi to Varanasi?
An Ertiga SUV from Delhi to Varanasi starts at ₹12,300 and an Innova Crysta at ₹14,760 for the 820 km trip. The published rates are ₹15/km for Ertiga and ₹18/km for Innova, with the outstation minimum applied. Ertiga seats 6 passengers and Innova seats 7; both are options for families and hill or rough-road sections.
What is the best route from Delhi to Varanasi?
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.
How much toll do you pay from Delhi to Varanasi?
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.
What is the approximate fuel cost from Delhi to Varanasi?
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.
Can I reach Varanasi from Delhi by train, bus or flight?
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.
What is the best time to travel from Delhi to Varanasi?
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.
What are the best stops en route from Delhi to Varanasi?
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.
Is a one-way or round-trip cab better from Delhi to Varanasi?
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.
What vehicles are available for Delhi to Varanasi, and is night travel safe?
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.
Is Banaras to Delhi the same as Varanasi to Delhi?
Yes. Varanasi is also called Banaras (Benares) and, in its temple sense, Kashi. The distance, the road and the fare on this page are the same journey under either name.
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