Varanasi → Bhubaneswar
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Uttar Pradesh to Odisha · 615 km · Compare trains, buses & driving options
| Train | Dep | Arr | Duration | Classes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Delhi-Bhubaneswar Rajdhani Express #22812 · Raj |
02:15 | 15:15 | 13h 00m | 1A,2A,3A |
| NEW DELHI - BHUBANESWAR Rajdhani Exp (Via Bokaro) #22824 · Raj |
02:15 | 16:41 | 14h 26m | 1A,2A,3A |
| Orissa Sampark Kranti Express #12820 · SKr |
19:26 | 11:20 | 15h 54m | 2A,3A,SL |
| New Delhi-Bhubaneswar Duronto Express #12282 · Drnt |
23:12 | 10:58 | 11h 46m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| Purushottam SF Express #12802 · SF |
10:40 | 02:45 | 16h 05m | 2A,3A,SL |
| New Delhi-Puri Superfast Express #12816 · SF |
18:20 | 09:52 | 15h 32m | 2A,3A,SL |
| NEW DELHI - PURI Neelanchal SF Exp #12876 · SF |
20:10 | 14:22 | 18h 12m | 2A,3A,SL |
The straight-line distance from Varanasi to Cuttack is approximately 615 km (382 miles). By road, the distance increases to about 850 km due to terrain, highways, and road networks connecting Uttar Pradesh to Odisha.
Cuttack does not have its own commercial airport. The nearest airport is Bhubaneshwar (BBI). Fly to the nearest airport and continue by road or rail.
Search Flights to Nearest AirportIndian Railways connects Varanasi and Cuttack with multiple daily services. The journey takes approximately 13 hrs 5 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 Varanasi to Cuttack route. The journey takes approximately 17 hrs covering ~850 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 Varanasi to Cuttack BusesThe drive from Varanasi to Cuttack is a long one — approximately 850 km taking around 10 hrs 7 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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