Varanasi to Patna

Varanasi to Patna

Varanasi
Patna
Sat, Jun 15
One Way
NaN Passengers

Best Options

 
$5
 
 
$158

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Varanasi to Patna Schedule

Varanasi to Patna Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Indian Railways SL - Sleeper Class 00:50 - 05:35₹ 473
Indian Railways 3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper 02:10 - 04:40₹ 1,285
Indian Railways 2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper 05:50 - 10:10₹ 1,115
Indian Railways SL - Sleeper Class 07:15 - 10:00₹ 463
Indian Railways 3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper 08:15 - 13:05₹ 910
Indian Railways 2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper 10:30 - 13:40₹ 1,115
Indian Railways 3E - AC 3-Tier Economy Sleeper 12:40 - 15:50₹ 875
Indian Railways 3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper 14:20 - 17:30₹ 960
Indian Railways 2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper 16:15 - 20:55₹ 1,115
Indian Railways 1A - AC First Class Sleeper 19:20 - 23:45₹ 1,660
BD Parivhan Non-AC Seater 21:10 - 05:00₹ 576
SpiceJet Economy 22:15 - 11:00₹ 12,134

Transportation from Varanasi to Patna

Facts about the transport from Varanasi to Patna

Cheapest Transport$5
Fastest Transport3h 5m
Earliest Departure6:20 AM
Latest Departure9:40 PM
Departures per day47
Distance281 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAir India, BD Parivhan, Cab Expresso, Indian Railways, TravelODesk India

How to get from Varanasi to Patna

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

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 157.13 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 4.82.

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

It can take you anywhere between 4 and 9 hours to travel between Varanasi and Patna depending on the means of transport you choose.

Train is the fastest way to travel between Varanasi and Patna. Train will bring you to your destination in 3h 5m. Taxi does a much slower job and take about 8h 30m to reach Patna.

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

Travelling between Varanasi and Patna can be as cheap as USD 4.82 if you opt for a Indian Railways train and as expensive as USD 157.13 if you buy a Cab Expresso taxi 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 Patna ?

  • 43 from Varanasi to Patna starting from 06:20 Banaras until 19:48 Mughal Sarai Junction
  • 4 from Varanasi to Patna starting from 00:00 Varanasi Transfer until 00:00 Varanasi Transfer

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

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

Bus

Travelling from Varanasi to Patna 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 Patna

BD Parivhan

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 Patna

Cab Expresso, TravelODesk India

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 Patna?

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

  • 90% took a train
  • 8% opted for a bus
  • 2% bought a taxi ride