Kolkata → Varanasi
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West Bengal to Uttar Pradesh · 624 km · Compare flights, trains, buses & driving
| Train | Dep | Arr | Duration | Classes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bhubaneswar-New Delhi Duronto #12281 · Drnt |
12:18 | 20:13 | 7h 55m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| Howrah-New Delhi Duronto Express #12273 · Drnt |
13:00 | 20:55 | 7h 55m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| West Bengal Sampark Kranti #12329 · SKr |
13:10 | 22:58 | 9h 48m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Howrah-New Delhi Rajdhani Express #12305 · Raj |
14:05 | 00:50 | 10h 45m | 1A,2A,3A |
| BHUBANESWAR - NEW DELHI RAJDHANI Express #22823 · Raj |
14:05 | 01:20 | 11h 15m | 1A,2A,3A |
| Bhubaneshwar-New Delhi Rajdhani Express #22811 · Raj |
15:55 | 01:20 | 9h 25m | 1A,2A,3A |
| KOL SEALDAH - NEW DELHI Rajdhani Exp #12313 · Raj |
16:50 | 01:10 | 8h 20m | 1A,2A,3A |
| Howrah-New Delhi Rajdhani Express #12301 · Raj |
16:55 | 00:50 | 7h 55m | 1A,2A,3A |
| Sealdah-New Delhi AC Duronto Express #12259 · Drnt |
18:40 | 02:16 | 7h 36m | 1A,2A,3A |
| Orissa Sampark Kranti Express #12819 · SKr |
21:15 | 08:14 | 10h 59m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Purushottam SF Express #12801 · SF |
04:40 | 17:10 | 12h 30m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Pratham Swatantrata Sangram Express #11105 · Exp |
07:25 | 23:02 | 15h 37m | 3A,SL |
| KOLKATA SEALDAH - AMRITSAR Akal Takht Exp #12317 · SF |
07:40 | 19:30 | 11h 50m | 2A,3A,SL |
| KOLKATA CHITPUR - NANGAL DAM Gurumukhi Exp #12325 · SF |
07:40 | 19:30 | 11h 50m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Poorva Express #12303 · SF |
08:10 | 19:40 | 11h 30m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| Poorva Express #12381 · SF |
08:20 | 17:45 | 9h 25m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| Udyan Abha Toofan Express #13007 · Exp |
09:35 | 02:25 | 16h 50m | 3A,SL |
| Kolkata Chitpur-JammuTawi Express #13151 · Exp |
11:45 | 01:35 | 13h 50m | 2A,3A,SL |
| KOLKATA CHITPUR - AMRITSAR Durgiana SF Exp #12357 · SF |
12:30 | 21:05 | 8h 35m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Ananya Express #12315 · SF |
13:10 | 01:50 | 12h 40m | 2A,3A,SL |
| KOLKATA CHITPUR - AGRA CANTT SF Exp #12319 · SF |
13:10 | 23:00 | 9h 50m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Sealdah - Amritsar Superfast Express #12379 · SF |
13:10 | 23:01 | 9h 51m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Kumbh Express #12369 · SF |
13:10 | 00:30 | 11h 20m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Upasana Express #12327 · SF |
13:10 | 00:30 | 11h 20m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Howrah-Amritsar Express #13049 · Exp |
14:00 | 07:20 | 17h 20m | 3A,SL |
| PURI - NEW DELHI Neelanchal SF Exp #12875 · SF |
17:35 | 06:30 | 12h 55m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Puri New Delhi Superfast Express #12815 · SF |
17:35 | 05:05 | 11h 30m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Chambal Express #12175 · SF |
17:45 | 04:50 | 11h 05m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Chambal Express #12177 · SF |
17:45 | 04:50 | 11h 05m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Shipra Express #19306 · Exp |
17:45 | 04:50 | 11h 05m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Howrah-NewDelhi SF Express #12323 · SF |
18:45 | 05:05 | 10h 20m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Kolkata Shalimar-Haridwar Puja Special #08043 · Exp |
19:00 | 07:05 | 12h 05m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Howrah-Amritsar Mail #13005 · Mail |
19:10 | 08:10 | 13h 00m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| Kalka Mail #12311 · SF |
19:40 | 06:20 | 10h 40m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| Vibhuti Express #12333 · SF |
20:00 | 08:40 | 12h 40m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Lal Quila Express #13111 · Exp |
20:15 | 12:10 | 15h 55m | 3A,SL |
| Doon Express #13009 · Exp |
20:35 | 09:15 | 12h 40m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Doon Express Slip #13009-Slip · Exp |
20:35 | 09:15 | 12h 40m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Sealdah-Varanasi Express #13133 · Exp |
21:15 | 20:40 | 23h 25m | SL |
| HOWRAH - MUMBAI CST Mail (via Allahabad) #12321 · SF |
22:00 | 08:20 | 10h 20m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| Kolkata Shalimar-Gorakhpur Bhojpuri Express #15021 · Exp |
22:15 | 10:25 | 12h 10m | 2A,3A,SL |
| KOLKATA CHITPUR - BIKANER Pratap Exp #12496 · SF |
22:40 | 08:55 | 10h 15m | 2A,3A,SL |
| HOWRAH - GANDHIDHAM Garbha Exp #12938 · SF |
23:00 | 08:55 | 9h 55m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Sealdah Ajmer Express #12987 · SF |
23:20 | 09:50 | 10h 30m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Howrah-Jodhpur SF Express #12307 · SF |
23:30 | 09:35 | 10h 05m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Howrah-Bikaner Express #12307-Slip · SF |
23:30 | 09:35 | 10h 05m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Himgiri Express #12331 · SF |
23:55 | 13:45 | 13h 50m | 2A,3A,SL |
The straight-line distance from Kolkata to Varanasi is approximately 624 km (388 miles). By road, the distance increases to about 694 km due to terrain, highways, and road networks connecting West Bengal to Uttar Pradesh.
Flying is the fastest way to cover the 624 km distance. Flights from CCU to VNS take approximately 1 hrs 35 min including boarding and taxiing. Multiple airlines operate on this route, and fares vary depending on the season, time of booking, and class of travel.
For the best prices, book 2-3 weeks in advance and opt for mid-week departures (Tuesday, Wednesday) which are typically cheaper than weekend flights.
Search Kolkata to Varanasi FlightsIndian Railways connects Kolkata and Varanasi with multiple daily services. The journey takes approximately 10 hrs 41 min. Rajdhani and Shatabdi express trains are faster, while mail and passenger trains make more stops but cost less.
Book in advance through IRCTC, especially during festivals and holidays when seats fill up quickly.
Check Trains on IRCTCBus travel is a popular and affordable option for the Kolkata to Varanasi route. The journey takes approximately 13 hrs 53 min covering ~694 km. Both government and private operators service this route.
Night buses are popular for this distance — travel while you sleep and arrive fresh at your destination.
Search Kolkata to Varanasi BusesThe drive from Kolkata to Varanasi is a long one — approximately 694 km taking around 8 hrs 31 min. Plan at least one overnight halt. Fatigue driving on Indian highways is dangerous.
For official travel information, regulations, and booking services:
IRCTC — Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation — Book train tickets online
Airports Authority of India — Airport information and flight status
DGCA — Directorate General of Civil Aviation — Indian aviation regulator
Incredible India — Official tourism portal of India
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