The cheapest taxi option for Delhi to Varanasi is a Sedan (Maruti Dzire or Toyota Etios) at ₹9,020 for a one-way booking. SUV (Innova/Ertiga) costs ₹11,480 and a 12-seater Tempo Traveller costs ₹16,400. All fares include fuel, driver and AC; tolls and state tax are additional at actual.
Road Trip Guide
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Delhi to Varanasi
by Car
DelhiVaranasi
820 km · 12-14 hours drive · cab from ₹9,020
Distance
820km
Drive Time
12hrs
Highway
Cab From
₹9,020
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How far is Varanasi from Delhi by car?
Varanasi is approximately 820 km from Delhi by road, a drive of about 12-14 hours depending on traffic and stops. The recommended vehicle is a SUV (Innova/Ertiga), and a one-way AC cab starts at ₹9,020 (sedan), ₹11,480 (SUV), or ₹16,400 (tempo). Toll and state tax are extra. Start by 5-6 AM for the smoothest run.
Heading to Varanasi from Delhi? Cover the 820 km stretch in approximately 12-14 hours. Pick the SUV (Innova/Ertiga) that fits your party — sedan, SUV or tempo. Fares are fixed and all-inclusive — no surge, no hidden charges.
Your Route
Delhi
Delhi to Agra · 230km · Excellent
Agra to Kanpur · 280km · Good
Kanpur to Prayagraj · 190km · Good
Prayagraj to Varanasi · 120km · Good
Varanasi
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Segment by Segment
The Road Ahead
4 segments · 820 km total
Yamuna Expressway, Mathura
NH-19, Agra-Lucknow Expressway option
Triveni Sangam city, Ganga-Yamuna confluence
Final stretch, spiritual UP, Sarnath near Varanasi
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Delhi to Varanasi Cab
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Sedan
Swift Dzire / Etios · 4 Seater
Most Popular
SUV
Innova Crysta / Ertiga · 6-7 Seater
Tempo Traveller
12-Seater AC · 12 Seater
When to Go
Seasonal Road Conditions
Winter Driving Conditions
Dec — Feb
Best time (Oct-Feb). Dev Deepawali in Nov is spectacular — million lamps on Varanasi ghats. Morning fog possible.
Driving Tips
1
This is a long drive — start at 4 AM or split into 2 days with a stop at Prayagraj or Lucknow
2
The Purvanchal Expressway shortens the route — check if open for your vehicle type
3
Varanasi old city is not car-friendly at all — park at Dashashwamedh parking and walk to ghats
4
Evening Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat starts at 6:30 PM — plan your arrival accordingly
5
Try kachori-sabzi for breakfast anywhere in UP — it is the local road-trip staple
Food Stops
1Mathura (160 km)
2Agra (230 km)
3Kanpur (510 km)
4Prayagraj (700 km)
Best Car for This Trip
We recommend SUV (Innova/Ertiga) for the Delhi to Varanasi drive. Mountain roads and luggage space make SUVs ideal.
Fuel Planning
10 fuel stations along the route. Well-spaced stations. Fill up once mid-route for a comfortable buffer.
The Delhi to Varanasi road trip by the numbers
Distance, driving time, fuel stop counts and indicative fares verified weekly against our drivers' actual route runs.
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The single biggest mistake first-time road-trippers make on Delhi–Manali is not stopping at Mandi for lunch. Plan your fuel and food stops in advance — it cuts your real travel time by an hour because you're not hunting for somewhere on the way.
Pankaj Singh Gaur
Founder & CEO, Triveni Cabs
Road Trip Q&A
More about driving from Delhi to Varanasi
Verified against these sources
Verified against official tourism, transport and weather data. We refresh these sources quarterly.
- GOVNational Highways Authority of India (NHAI)— official toll plaza, FASTag and national-highway data(nhai.gov.in)
- GOVParivahan Seva (Ministry of Road Transport)— official commercial vehicle permit and tax portal(parivahan.gov.in)
- WIKIVaranasi (Wikipedia)— sacred city on the Ganges(en.wikipedia.org)
- GOVUttar Pradesh Tourism— official Uttar Pradesh tourism board (Agra, Varanasi, Ayodhya, Mathura, Lucknow)(uptourism.gov.in)
- GOVDelhi Tourism— official Delhi tourism board(delhitourism.gov.in)
- REFDelhi International Airport (DIAL)— official IGI Airport terminal, flight and pickup information(newdelhiairport.in)
Quick Answer
How far is Varanasi from Delhi by car?
Varanasi is approximately 820 km from Delhi by road. The drive takes around 12-14 hours depending on traffic, road conditions, and stops. Starting early (5-6 AM) is recommended for the best experience.
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Delhi to Varanasi Road Trip FAQs
Varanasi is approximately 820 km from Delhi by road. The drive takes around 12-14 hours depending on traffic, road conditions, and stops. Starting early (5-6 AM) is recommended for the best experience.
The Delhi to Varanasi drive takes about 12-14 hours for the 820 km journey, including short breaks. Early-morning departures avoid city traffic and, on hill routes, let you cover the mountain stretches in daylight.
For the Delhi to Varanasi drive, a SUV (Innova/Ertiga) is recommended. For families, an SUV like Innova/Ertiga offers more space and comfort. Solo travellers or couples can opt for a sedan like Swift Dzire.
A cab from Delhi to Varanasi starts at ₹9,020 for an AC Sedan (₹11/km). SUV starts at ₹11,480 (₹14/km). Tempo Traveller at ₹16,400 (₹20/km). Toll and state tax extra.
The recommended driving route from Delhi to Varanasi follows the main national highways and expressways for the smoothest, fastest journey across 820 km. Our drivers know the optimal route, real-time diversions, and the cleanest rest stops along the way.
Yes, the Delhi to Varanasi route is generally safe with well-maintained highways for most stretches. However, mountain sections (if any) require careful driving. We recommend experienced drivers for hill routes, especially during monsoon and winter.
Popular food stops on the Delhi to Varanasi route include highway dhabas and restaurants at major towns en route. Our drivers know the best clean and hygienic food stops. We recommend stopping every 2-3 hours for refreshments.
October to March is generally the most comfortable window for the Delhi to Varanasi drive, with pleasant weather and clear roads. Avoid peak monsoon on hill routes due to landslide risk, and start at 5-6 AM year-round to beat traffic and heat.
A one-way cab from Delhi to Varanasi is cheapest if you are not returning, saving up to 50% versus round-trip. Choose round-trip if you plan to come back within a day or two and want the same driver and vehicle waiting for you.
There are several fuel stations and rest stops spaced along the Delhi to Varanasi highway. On remote or hill stretches, pumps thin out, so our drivers top up the tank in advance and plan rest breaks every 2-3 hours.
Yes, Triveni Cabs offers both one-way and round-trip cab service from Delhi to Varanasi. One-way booking saves up to 50% compared to round-trip. Call 7668570551 or WhatsApp for instant quotes.
Driving from Delhi to Varanasi gives door-to-door convenience, luggage freedom, and the ability to stop at sights and dhabas en route — ideal for families and groups. A train or flight may be faster for very long distances, but loses the flexibility and scenic experience of a road trip. A chauffeur cab removes driving fatigue while keeping all the road-trip benefits.
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