Varanasi → Ayodhya
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Uttar Pradesh · 183 km · Compare trains, buses & driving options
| Train | Dep | Arr | Duration | Classes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kolkata Chitpur-JammuTawi Express #13151 · Exp |
01:55 | 06:20 | 4h 25m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Varanasi Lucknow Passenger #54333 · Pass |
04:10 | 10:15 | 6h 05m | |
| Ganga Sutlej Express #13307 · Exp |
04:35 | 10:55 | 6h 20m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Jallianwalabagh Express #18103 · Exp |
07:25 | 11:50 | 4h 25m | 2A,3A,SL |
| GUWAHATI - OKHA DWARKA EXP #15636 · Exp |
09:15 | 13:25 | 4h 10m | 2A,3A,SL |
| KAMAKHYA - GANDHIDHAM Exp #15668 · Exp |
09:25 | 2A,3A,SL | ||
| Doon Express #13009 · Exp |
09:40 | 14:44 | 5h 04m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Doon Express Slip #13009-Slip · Exp |
09:40 | 14:44 | 5h 04m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Farakka Express #13483 · Exp |
10:25 | 15:40 | 5h 15m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Sadbhavna Express #14017 · Exp |
11:45 | 15:40 | 3h 55m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Sabarmati Express #19168 · Exp |
13:55 | 18:30 | 4h 35m | 2A,SL |
| Patna-Indore Express #19322 · Exp |
15:15 | 18:50 | 3h 35m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Patna Mathura Express #13237 · Exp |
15:50 | 20:09 | 4h 19m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Mughal Sarai Faizabad Passenger #54109 · Pass |
16:40 | 23:30 | 6h 50m | |
| Marudhar Express #14853 · Exp |
17:20 | 20:40 | 3h 20m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Dibrugarh-Amritsar Weekly Express #15933 · Exp |
23:00 | 02:12 | 3h 12m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Varanasi Bareilly Express #14235 · Exp |
23:45 | 03:20 | 3h 35m | 3A,SL,FC |
The straight-line distance from Varanasi to Faizabad is approximately 183 km (114 miles). By road, the distance increases to about 209 km due to terrain, highways, and road networks.
Faizabad does not have its own commercial airport. The nearest airport is Ayodhya (AYJ). Fly to the nearest airport and continue by road or rail.
Search Flights to Nearest AirportIndian Railways connects Varanasi and Faizabad with multiple daily services. The journey takes approximately 3 hrs 48 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 Faizabad route. The journey takes approximately 4 hrs 39 min covering ~209 km. Both government and private operators service this route.
A road trip from Varanasi to Faizabad covers approximately 209 km and takes around 2 hrs 30 min. Start early to make the most of daylight hours.
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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