Varanasi to Kolkata

Varanasi to Kolkata

Varanasi
Kolkata
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Varanasi to Kolkata Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
TravelODesk India
Comfort 3pax
Any time
+10h 25m
$275.00
Flight
IndiGo
Economy
00:25
09:00
$120.85
Train
Indian Railways
2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper
00:50
14:50
$17.44
Train
Indian Railways
2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper
01:10
15:40
$15.56
Train
Indian Railways
2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper
01:30
13:05
$16.08
Train
Indian Railways
2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper
02:15
14:50
$17.18
Train
Indian Railways
2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper
02:50
15:40
$15.40
Flight
IndiGo
Economy
03:15
13:05
$161.71
Train
Indian Railways
1A - AC First Class Sleeper
04:45
13:25
$34.04
Train
Indian Railways
3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper
05:40
17:30
$13.21
Train
Indian Railways
2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper
06:10
16:40
$15.92
Flight
IndiGo
Economy
06:40
12:40
$166.89
Train
Indian Railways
2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper
07:05
20:35
$17.33
Flight
Air India
Economy
07:25
23:30
$93.23
Flight
SpiceJet
Economy
07:55
18:05
$128.91
Flight
Air India Express
Economy
08:35
17:40
$155.96
Flight
IndiGo
Economy
09:00
15:05
$185.31
Bus
Ambika Tour and Travels
AC Sleeper
09:20
04:25
$38.37
Flight
Akasa Air
Economy
09:55
21:00
$170.35
Flight
Akasa Air
Economy
10:30
17:35
$159.99

How to get from Varanasi to Kolkata

Travelling between Varanasi and Kolkata is possible by Flight, bus, train and taxi. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 48.23 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 11.90.

How long does it take to get from Varanasi to Kolkata?

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 31 hours to travel between Varanasi and Kolkata depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Varanasi and Kolkata. Flight will bring you to your destination in 1h 20m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 1d 6h 21m to reach Kolkata.

How much does it cost to get from Varanasi to Kolkata?

Travelling between Varanasi and Kolkata can be as cheap as USD 11.90 if you opt for a Singh Bus Service bus and as expensive as USD 48.23 if you buy a Ambika Tour And Travels Bus 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 Varanasi and Kolkata ?

  • 6 from Varanasi to Kolkata starting from 07:45 Mughal Sarai until 23:00 Mughal Sarai

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Varanasi to Kolkata.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Flights

Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Varanasi to Kolkata, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 74.83.

Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.

If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.

In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.

Airlines flying between Varanasi and Kolkata

Air India, IndiGo, IndiGo, IndiGo

Bus

Travelling from Varanasi to Kolkata 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 Varanasi and Kolkata

Ambika Tour And Travels, Singh Bus Service

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Varanasi and Kolkata

TaxiBazaar

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 Varanasi to Kolkata?

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

  • 80% took a train
  • 12% opted for a bus
  • 8% decided to fly

Transportation from Varanasi to Kolkata

Facts about the transport from Varanasi to Kolkata

Cheapest Transport$7
Fastest Transport1h 20m
Earliest Departure1:10 AM
Latest Departure11:00 PM
Departures per day6
Distance1517 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAir India, Ambika Tour And Travels, Indian Railways, IndiGo, IndiGo, IndiGo, Singh Bus Service, TaxiBazaar