Ancient ghats of the Ganges, spiritual Ganga Aarti, Kashi Vishwanath & famous Banarasi cuisine.
Total Distance
820 km
Travel Time
8 hrs by Vande Bharat / 11 hrs by overnight train
Suggested Trip
3 Days / 2 Nights
Best Season
October to March
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Round-Trip Transit
₹1,400
Per Person
Stays (2N)
₹1,200
Per Person
Food (3D)
₹1,200
3 meals + chai
Activities
₹600
Passes & tours
Local Transit
₹300
Autos & cabs
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How to Reach Varanasi from Delhi
Vande Bharat Express (NDLS to BSB) takes only 8 hours. For budget travelers, the overnight Shiv Ganga Express saves a night of stay.
Where to Stay in Varanasi
Stay near Assi Ghat or Dashashwamedh Ghat for rooftop cafes and easy walking access to morning boat rides (₹400–₹900/night).
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Lodging & Stays
~₹600/nightTop Rated Hostels & Budget Rooms with verified reviews in Varanasi.
Bus & Train Tickets
~₹1,400Direct routes & sleeper buses from Delhi to Varanasi.
Activities & Day Tours
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Smart Road Trip & Weekend Gear for Varanasi
Recommended items to pack before departing from Delhi to avoid paying premium tourist prices locally.
Anti-Theft Crossbody Sling Bag
Keeps your passport, phone, and wallet secured to your chest in crowded bazaars and monuments.
20,000mAh Fast Charging Power Bank
Essential for day-long sightseeing, cab navigation, and overnight sleeper trains or buses.
Noise-Cancelling Earplugs & Sleep Mask
Ensures peaceful sleep in transit (sleeper buses, overnight trains) and vibrant backpacker hostels.
Compact Windproof Travel Umbrella
Protects from harsh mid-day sun inside heritage fort courtyards and sudden unexpected showers.
65W GaN Multi-Port Fast Charger
Rapidly charges phone, laptop, and camera simultaneously from a single hostel or train plug.
Travel Cable Organizer & Accessory Pouch
Stops cables, chargers, memory cards, and earphones from tangling inside your daypack.
Delhi to Varanasi Travel FAQ
How much does a Ganga boat ride cost in Varanasi?
A shared morning wooden row boat costs ₹100–₹200 per person. Private rowboats cost ₹400–₹700 for a 1-hour ghat cruise.
What is the total toll tax from Delhi to Varanasi?
The one-way FASTag toll between Delhi and Varanasi is approximately ₹1350 across 12 toll plazas on National Highway Corridor connecting Delhi and Varanasi. A round trip within 24 hours costs ~₹2025 with the standard 25% return discount. Key plazas include Delhi Exit Toll, Inter-State Highway Plaza (369 km), Varanasi Approach Plaza.
What is the recommended FASTag balance for a Delhi to Varanasi road trip?
It is recommended to maintain a minimum FASTag balance of ₹2500 before departure to avoid delays or 2x cash penalties at electronic toll lanes.
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