How long does it take to travel from Varanasi to Delhi?

By flight: approximately 1 hrs 39 min. By train: approximately 11 hrs 59 min. By road: approximately 9 hrs 28 min.

Are there flights from Varanasi to Delhi?

Yes, you can book flights from Varanasi (VNS) to Delhi (DEL) on FareEagle. Flight time is approximately 1 hrs 39 min.

Varanasi to Delhi: 681 km | Travel Routes

Q: What is the distance from Varanasi to Delhi?

The aerial distance from Varanasi to Delhi is approximately 681 km (423 miles). By road, the distance is approximately 779 km.

Q: What is the best way to travel from Varanasi to Delhi?

The fastest option is a flight (1 hrs 39 min). Trains take about 11 hrs 59 min and are more affordable.

Varanasi

Uttar Pradesh

Delhi

681 km

aerial distance (straight line)

423 miles · Road distance: ~779 km (via road)

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779 km

Road distance

9 hrs 28 min

Drive time

681 km

Aerial distance

Route data via OpenStreetMap

How to get from Varanasi to Delhi

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By Flight

1 hrs 39 min

VNS → DEL

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By Train

11 hrs 59 min

779 km · Multiple daily trains

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By Bus

15 hrs 35 min

779 km · AC/Non-AC available

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By Car

9 hrs 28 min

779 km via highway

🚆 Varanasi to Delhi Trains (57)

Train	Dep	Arr	Duration	Classes
GUWAHATI - NEW DELHI Poorvottar Sampark Kranti Exp #12501 · SKr		13:00		1A,2A,3A,SL
Howrah-New Delhi Rajdhani Express #12305 · Raj	01:00	09:51	8h 51m	1A,2A,3A
Howrah-New Delhi Rajdhani Express #12301 · Raj	01:00	09:51	8h 51m	1A,2A,3A
Guwahati-New Delhi Rajdhani Express #22423 · Raj	01:10	10:05	8h 55m	1A,2A,3A
DIBRUGARH TOWN - NEW DELHI Rajdhani Exp #12423 · Raj	01:10	10:10	9h 00m	1A,2A,3A
KOL SEALDAH - NEW DELHI Rajdhani Exp #12313 · Raj	01:20	10:20	9h 00m	1A,2A,3A
BHUBANESWAR - NEW DELHI RAJDHANI Express #22823 · Raj	01:30	10:35	9h 05m	1A,2A,3A
Bhubaneshwar-New Delhi Rajdhani Express #22811 · Raj	01:30	10:30	9h 00m	1A,2A,3A
DIBRUGARH - NEW DELHI Rajdhani Exp #12235 · Raj	01:40	13:33	11h 53m	1A,2A,3A
DIBRUGARH TOWN - NEW DELHI Rajdhani Exp #12435 · Raj	01:40	13:34	11h 54m	1A,2A,3A
Ranchi-New Delhi Rajdhani Express #12453 · Raj	02:00	10:46	8h 46m	1A,2A,3A
RANCHI - NEW DELHI Rajdhani Exp #12439 · Raj	02:00	10:50	8h 50m	1A,2A,3A
Ranchi-New Delhi Garib Rath #12877 · GR	02:00	10:46	8h 46m	3A
Sealdah-New Delhi AC Duronto Express #12259 · Drnt	02:16	11:00	8h 44m	1A,2A,3A
Orissa Sampark Kranti Express #12819 · SKr	08:14	20:40	12h 26m	2A,3A,SL
Jharkhand Sampark Kranti Express #12825 · SKr	09:00	20:44	11h 44m	2A,3A,SL
Varanasi-Delhi Anand Vihar Terminus Garib Rath #22407 · GR	19:30	10:00	14h 30m	3A
Bhubaneswar-New Delhi Duronto #12281 · Drnt	20:13	06:05	9h 52m	1A,2A,3A,SL
Howrah-New Delhi Duronto Express #12273 · Drnt	20:55	06:05	9h 10m	1A,2A,3A,SL
Rajendra Nagar-New Delhi Rajdhani Express #12309 · Raj	22:38	07:28	8h 50m	1A,2A,3A
West Bengal Sampark Kranti #12329 · SKr	22:58	11:51	12h 53m	2A,3A,SL
Jaynagar-Delhi AnandViharT Garib Rath #12569 · GR	23:02	08:25	9h 23m	3A
Bhagalpur - Delhi AnandVihar T. Garib Rath Express #22405 · GR	23:02	08:25	9h 23m	3A,CC
Sasaram-Anand ViharT Delhi GariRath Express #22409 · GR	23:20	11:50	12h 30m	3A
DANAPUR - DELHI ANAND VIHAR Jan Sadharan Express #13257 ·
Swatantrata Sainani Express #12561 · SF	00:40	12:11	11h 31m	1A,2A,3A,SL
Bhagalpur-NewDelhi Weekly SF Express #12349 · SF	01:48	12:51	11h 03m	3A,SL
Jharkhand Swarna Jayanti SF Express #12817 · SF	02:20	13:50	11h 30m	2A,3A,SL
Udyan Abha Toofan Express #13007 · Exp	02:45	19:08	16h 23m	3A,SL
Sikkim Mahananda Express #14083 · Exp	04:05	18:04	13h 59m	2A,3A,SL
Howrah-NewDelhi SF Express #12323 · SF	05:25	16:54	11h 29m	2A,3A,SL
Puri New Delhi Superfast Express #12815 · SF	05:25	16:46	11h 21m	2A,3A,SL
PURI - NEW DELHI Neelanchal SF Exp #12875 · SF	06:50	21:40	14h 50m	2A,3A,SL
Kalka Mail #12311 · SF	07:00	20:33	13h 33m	1A,2A,3A,SL
GUWAHATI - DELHI ANAND VIHAR North East Exp #12505 · SF	07:25	19:15	11h 50m	2A,3A,SL
Seemanchal Express #12487 · SF	09:40	20:50	11h 10m	2A,3A,SL
Farakka Express #13413 · Exp	10:25	04:03	17h 38m	2A,3A,SL
Farakka Express #13483 · Exp	10:25	04:03	17h 38m	2A,3A,SL
Muzaffarpur-Old Delhi Sadbhavna Express #14007 · Exp	11:45	04:35	16h 50m	3A,SL
Sadbhavna Express #14017 · Exp	11:45	04:35	16h 50m	2A,3A,SL
Sadbhavna Express #14015 · Exp	11:45	04:35	16h 50m	3A,SL
Lal Quila Express #13111 · Exp	12:30	02:56	14h 26m	3A,SL
Kashi Vishwanath Express #14257 · Exp	13:45	05:50	16h 05m	1A,2A,3A,SL
Shramjeevi Express #12391 · SF	14:30	04:46	14h 16m	1A,2A,3A,SL
Lichhavi Express #14005 · Exp	15:45	04:20	12h 35m	2A,3A,SL
DIBRUGARH - OLD DELHI Brahmaputra Exp #14055 · Mail	17:00	05:51	12h 51m	2A,3A,SL
Purushottam SF Express #12801 · SF	17:30	04:28	10h 58m	2A,3A,SL
Mahabodhi Express #12397 · SF	17:50	04:46	10h 56m	2A,3A,SL
Poorva Express #12381 · SF	18:05	07:06	13h 01m	1A,2A,3A,SL
Shiv Ganga Express #12559 · SF	19:15	07:34	12h 19m	1A,2A,3A,SL
Poorva Express #12303 · SF	19:50	07:06	11h 16m	1A,2A,3A,SL
Varanasi-Old Delhi Special #04203 · Exp	20:00	09:50	13h 50m	2A,3A,SL
Vikramshila Express #12367 · SF	20:19	07:40	11h 21m	1A,2A,3A,SL
Sampoorna Kranti Express #12393 · SF	21:07	08:33	11h 26m	1A,2A,3A,SL
Magadh Express #12401 · SF	22:20	11:34	13h 14m	1A,2A,3A,SL
Sealdah - Amritsar Superfast Express #12379 · SF	23:01	11:55	12h 54m	2A,3A,SL
New Farakka-New Delhi Express #14003 · Exp	23:15	14:04	14h 49m	2A,3A,SL

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Quick facts

Aerial distance

681 km (423 mi)

Road distance

~779 km

Recommended

Flight (1 hrs 39 min)

Most affordable

Bus

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📍 Varanasi to Delhi distance overview

The straight-line distance from Varanasi to Delhi is approximately 681 km (423 miles). By road, the distance increases to about 779 km due to terrain, highways, and road networks connecting Uttar Pradesh to Delhi.

681 kmAerial distance

~779 kmBy road

1 hrs 39 minFlight

✈️ By flight — Varanasi to Delhi

Fastest option VNS → DEL 1 hrs 39 min

Flying is the fastest way to cover the 681 km distance. Flights from VNS to DEL take approximately 1 hrs 39 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.

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🚆 By train — Varanasi to Delhi

11 hrs 59 min ~779 km Multiple daily trains

Indian Railways connects Varanasi and Delhi with multiple daily services. The journey takes approximately 11 hrs 59 min. Rajdhani and Shatabdi express trains are faster, while mail and passenger trains make more stops but cost less.

AC First Class (1A)Premium, 2-berth cabins

AC 2-Tier (2A)Curtained berths, comfortable

AC 3-Tier (3A)Popular, good value

Sleeper Class (SL)Budget, non-AC

Book in advance through IRCTC, especially during festivals and holidays when seats fill up quickly.

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🚌 By bus — Varanasi to Delhi

15 hrs 35 min ~779 km Most affordable

Bus travel is a popular and affordable option for the Varanasi to Delhi route. The journey takes approximately 15 hrs 35 min covering ~779 km. Both government and private operators service this route.

Volvo ACPremium comfort, reclining seats

AC SleeperFull-length beds, ideal for overnight

AC SeaterAir-conditioned, mid-range

Non-ACBudget-friendly, frequent service

Night buses are popular for this distance — travel while you sleep and arrive fresh at your destination.

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🚗 By car — Varanasi to Delhi

9 hrs 28 min ~779 km

The drive from Varanasi to Delhi is a long one — approximately 779 km taking around 9 hrs 28 min. Plan at least one overnight halt. Fatigue driving on Indian highways is dangerous.

💡 Travel tips for Varanasi to Delhi

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Book early
Book flights and trains 2-3 weeks in advance during peak season (Oct-Mar) for better prices and availability.

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Check weather
Avoid monsoon (Jun-Sep) for road trips. Road conditions can deteriorate and flights may face delays.

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Carry valid ID
Aadhaar, Passport, or Voter ID is required for train travel and recommended for bus journeys.

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Plan rest stops
For drives over 9 hrs 28 min, plan overnight halts. Fatigue driving is dangerous on Indian highways.

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Incredible India — Official tourism portal of India

Frequently asked questions

What is the distance from Varanasi to Delhi? ▼

The aerial (straight-line) distance from Varanasi to Delhi is approximately 681 km (423 miles). The road distance is approximately 779 km, which takes about 9 hrs 28 min by car.

What is the best way to travel from Varanasi to Delhi? ▼

The fastest way is by flight, taking approximately 1 hrs 39 min from VNS to DEL. You can search and compare flight prices on FareEagle. Trains take about 11 hrs 59 min and are more affordable.

How much does a flight from Varanasi to Delhi cost? ▼

Flight prices vary by airline, date, and booking time. Search on FareEagle to compare prices across all airlines. Booking 2-3 weeks in advance typically gives the best prices.

Are there buses from Varanasi to Delhi? ▼

Yes, multiple bus operators run services on the Varanasi to Delhi route. The journey takes approximately 15 hrs 35 min. You can search and book bus tickets on FareEagle with AC Sleeper, AC Seater, and Non-AC options.

How long does the train take from Varanasi to Delhi? ▼

The train from Varanasi to Delhi takes approximately 11 hrs 59 min. Express trains are faster while passenger trains make more stops. Check train schedules and availability on IRCTC.

Can I book Varanasi to Delhi travel on FareEagle? ▼

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