How to reach Bodh Gaya from Varanasi
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How to Reach

Bodh Gaya
from Varanasi

4 travel modes compared. Cab from ₹3,300-₹5,400.

Modes

4

Best Fare

₹3,300-₹5,400

Destination

Bodh Gaya

Best Mode

Cab

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Mode Comparison

Varanasi to Bodh Gaya — All Options

By Car/Cab

Recommended
5-6 hours₹3,300-₹5,400260 km
Speed
85%
Comfort
95%
Value
70%

Via NH-2 through Sasaram, Aurangabad (Bihar).

Pros

Direct Mahabodhi Temple drop
Cross into Bihar
Buddhist circuit

Cons

Bihar road quality varies

Deep Dive

Each Mode Explained

Via NH-2 through Sasaram, Aurangabad (Bihar).

Bus Options

BSRTC Express (₹300-₹500)

Train Options

Nearest: Gaya Junction (GAYA) - 17 km

Mahabodhi Express (12397)₹200-₹600
From: Varanasi 3h 30m
Poorva Express (12381)₹300-₹800
From: Varanasi 3h

Cab from Station

₹400-₹700 (17 km)

Flight Details

Airport: Gaya (GAY) - 11 km

Cost: ₹4,000-₹8,000 (from Delhi/Kolkata)

Cab from Airport

₹300-₹600

Our Recommendation

Why Cab is the Smartest Choice

Completes Buddhist circuit. Ganga ghats to Bodhi Tree in comfort.

Door-to-Door

Picked up from your location, dropped at your destination. No transfers.

Luggage Freedom

Carry as much luggage as you want. No weight limits, no extra charges.

Family Friendly

Perfect for families with kids. Stop anywhere, anytime for breaks.

Scenic Stops

Stop at viewpoints, restaurants, and attractions along the way.

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Varanasi to Bodh Gaya Cab Fares

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Sedan

Sedan

Sedan (Swift Dzire) · 4 Seater

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₹3,300

₹11/km
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SUV (Innova Crysta) · 6-7 Seater

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₹5,400

₹18/km
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Tempo Traveller (12-seater) · 12 Seater

Starting from

₹7,200

₹24/km
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FAQ

Varanasi to Bodh Gaya — FAQs

By cab (260 km, 5-6 hrs) or train to Gaya + cab.

Sedan: ₹3,300. Innova: ₹5,400.

To Gaya (17 km from Bodh Gaya). Mahabodhi Express 3.5 hrs.

Sarnath to Bodh Gaya to Rajgir to Kushinagar.

Mahabodhi Temple (UNESCO), Bodhi Tree, Great Buddha Statue.

Oct-Mar. Buddha Purnima (May).

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