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

By flight: approximately 1 hrs 23 min. By train: approximately 9 hrs 43 min. By road: approximately 8 hrs 51 min.

Are there flights from Varanasi to Raipur?

Yes, you can book flights from Varanasi (VNS) to Raipur (RPR) on FareEagle. Flight time is approximately 1 hrs 23 min.

Varanasi to Raipur: 473 km | Travel Routes

Q: What is the distance from Varanasi to Raipur?

The aerial distance from Varanasi to Raipur is approximately 473 km (294 miles). By road, the distance is approximately 632 km.

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

The fastest option is a flight (1 hrs 23 min). Trains take about 9 hrs 43 min and are more affordable.

Varanasi

Uttar Pradesh

Raipur

Chhattisgarh

473 km

aerial distance (straight line)

294 miles · Road distance: ~632 km (via road)

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632 km

Road distance

8 hrs 51 min

Drive time

473 km

Aerial distance

Route data via OpenStreetMap

How to get from Varanasi to Raipur

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By Flight

1 hrs 23 min

VNS → RPR

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By Train

9 hrs 43 min

632 km · Multiple daily trains

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By Bus

12 hrs 38 min

632 km · AC/Non-AC available

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By Car

8 hrs 51 min

632 km via highway

🚆 Varanasi to Raipur Trains (64)

Train	Dep	Arr	Duration	Classes
NEW DELHI - GUWAHATI Poorvottar Sampark Kranti Exp #12502 · SKr				1A,2A,3A,SL
New Delhi-Howrah Rajdhani Express #12306 · Raj	01:55	03:40	1h 45m	1A,2A,3A
New Delhi Rajendra Nagar Rajdhani Express #12310 · Raj	02:10	04:13	2h 03m	1A,2A,3A
AnandVihar Terminal-Bhagalpur Garib Rath #22406 · GR	02:40	04:16	1h 36m	3A,CC
Anand Vihar Terminus-Jaynagar Garib Rath Express #12570 · GR	02:40	04:17	1h 37m	3A
NEW DELHI - DIBRUGARH TOWN Rajdhani Exp #12424 · Raj	23:00	00:48	1h 48m	1A,2A,3A
New Delhi-Guwahati Rajdhani Express #22424 · Raj	23:00	00:48	1h 48m	1A,2A,3A
ANAND VIHAR DELHI - DANAPUR JanSadharan Exp #13258 ·
MUMBAI LTT - KAMAKHYA AC Exp #12519 · SF				2A,3A,SL
PUNE - PATLIPUTRA SF Exp #12149 · SF	00:30	01:58	1h 28m	2A,3A,SL
MUMBAI LTT - PATLIPUTRA SF Exp #12141 · SF	00:45	02:13	1h 28m	2A,3A,SL
Bikaner Guwahati Express #25631 · Exp	01:05	03:08	2h 03m	3A,SL
BARMER - GUWAHATI Exp #15631 · Exp	01:05	03:09	2h 04m	2A,3A,SL
Azimabad Express #12947 · SF	01:05	02:33	1h 28m	3A,SL
AKAL TAKHT Express #12318 · SF	01:15	04:49	3h 34m	2A,3A,SL
NANGAL DAM - KOLKATA CHITPUR Gurumukhi Exp #12326 · SF	01:15	04:49	3h 34m	2A,3A,SL
Udyan Abha Toofan Express #13008 · Exp	01:25	03:10	1h 45m	3A,SL
Shramjeevi Express #12392 · SF	02:40	05:36	2h 56m	1A,2A,3A,SL
Ananya Express #12316 · SF	03:00	04:51	1h 51m	2A,3A,SL
Vikramshila Express #12368 · SF	03:28	05:33	2h 05m	1A,2A,3A,SL
Sampoorna Kranti Express #12394 · SF	04:04	05:46	1h 42m	1A,2A,3A,SL
MUMBAI LTT - RAJENDRA NAGAR PATNA Janta Exp #13202 · Exp	04:10	06:38	2h 28m	2A,3A,SL
Poorva Express #12304 · SF	04:55	06:27	1h 32m	1A,2A,3A,SL
ERNAKULAM - PATNA Exp #16359 · Exp	05:00	07:40	2h 40m	2A,3A,SL
BANGALORE - PATLIPUTRA Sanghamitra SF Exp #12295 · SF	05:30	07:15	1h 45m	2A,3A,SL
OKHA - GUWAHATI EXP #15635 · Exp	05:45	09:20	3h 35m	2A,3A,SL
GANDHIDHAM - KAMAKHYA Exp #15667 · Exp	05:45	09:04	3h 19m	2A,3A,SL
MYSORE - DARBHANGA BAGMATI SF Exp #12578 · SF	06:30	08:09	1h 39m	2A,3A,SL
Pratham Swatantrata Sangram Express #11106 · Exp	07:20	09:04	1h 44m	3A,SL
Magadh Express #12402 · SF	08:00	09:41	1h 41m	1A,2A,3A,SL
New Delhi-New Farakka Express #14004 · Exp	08:15	11:28	3h 13m	2A,3A,SL
VASCO DA GAMA - PATNA SF Exp #12741 · SF	08:30	10:27	1h 57m	2A,3A,SL
Varanasi- Sealdah Express #13134 · Exp	08:40	12:18	3h 38m	SL
MUMBAI LTT - GUWAHATI Exp #15647 · Exp	09:15	10:51	1h 36m	2A,3A,SL
MUMBAI LTT - GUWAHATI Exp #15645 · Exp	09:15	10:51	1h 36m	2A,3A,SL
MUMBAI LTT - BHAGALPUR SF Exp #12336 · SF	09:15	10:51	1h 36m	2A,3A,SL
SURAT - BHAGALPUR Tapti Ganga Exp #19047 · Exp	09:50	11:27	1h 37m	3A,SL
NewDelhi-Bhagalpur Weekly SF Express #12350 · SF	11:32	13:38	2h 06m	3A,SL
OLD DELHI - DIBRUGARH Brahmaputra Exp #14056 · Mail	11:40	13:11	1h 31m	2A,3A,SL
Indore-Patna Express #19313 · Exp	11:45	14:55	3h 10m	2A,3A,SL
Indore-Rajendranagar Express #19321 · Exp	11:45	14:56	3h 11m	2A,3A,SL
Janata Express #13040 · Exp	12:15	14:22	2h 07m
Mathura Patna Express #13238 · Exp	12:35	15:23	2h 48m	2A,3A,SL
Mathura Patna Express #13240 · Exp	12:35	15:23	2h 48m	2A,3A,SL
MUMBAI CST - ASANSOL SF Exp #12362 · SF	12:35	14:35	2h 00m	2A,3A,SL
MUMBAI LTT - RAXAUL Karmabhoomi Exp #12546 · SF	12:35	15:04	2h 29m
Upasana Express #12328 · SF	13:25	16:20	2h 55m	2A,3A,SL
Kumbh Express #12370 · SF	13:25	16:20	2h 55m	2A,3A,SL
Lal Quila Express #13112 · Exp	14:15	16:48	2h 33m	3A,SL
SECUNDERABAD - DANAPUR SF EXP #12791 · SF	14:35	17:23	2h 48m	2A,3A,SL
Farakka Express #13414 · Exp	15:25	18:28	3h 03m	2A,3A,SL
Farakka Express #13484 · Exp	15:25	18:28	3h 03m	2A,3A,SL
Amritsar Howrah Mail #13006 · Mail	16:55	20:01	3h 06m	1A,2A,3A,SL
Vibhuti Express #12334 · SF	18:10	20:37	2h 27m	2A,3A,SL
DELHI ANAND VIHAR - GUWAHATI North East Exp #12506 · SF	18:30	20:12	1h 42m	2A,3A,SL
Archana Express #12356 · SF	19:00	21:27	2h 27m	2A,3A,SL
Amritsar Howrah Express #13050 · Exp	19:15	23:04	3h 49m	3A,SL
Mumbai LTT - Kamakhya (Weekly) Special #05649 · Exp	19:15	20:56	1h 41m	3A,SL
Ajmer-RajendraNagar Ziyarat Express #12396 · SF	19:45	21:07	1h 22m	2A,3A,SL
Seemanchal Express #12488 · SF	20:05	21:58	1h 53m	2A,3A,SL
Himgiri Express #12332 · SF	21:15	23:58	2h 43m	2A,3A,SL
Sikkim Mahananda Express #14084 · Exp	21:20	22:48	1h 28m	2A,3A,SL
PURNA - PATNA Exp #17610 · Exp	23:45	01:12	1h 27m	2A,3A,SL
MUMBAI BANDRA T - PATNA Exp #19049 · Exp	23:45	02:00	2h 15m	2A,3A,SL

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Quick facts

Aerial distance

473 km (294 mi)

Road distance

~632 km

Recommended

Flight (1 hrs 23 min)

Most affordable

Bus

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📍 Varanasi to Raipur distance overview

The straight-line distance from Varanasi to Raipur is approximately 473 km (294 miles). By road, the distance increases to about 632 km due to terrain, highways, and road networks connecting Uttar Pradesh to Chhattisgarh.

473 kmAerial distance

~632 kmBy road

1 hrs 23 minFlight

✈️ By flight — Varanasi to Raipur

Fastest option VNS → RPR 1 hrs 23 min

Flying is the fastest way to cover the 473 km distance. Flights from VNS to RPR take approximately 1 hrs 23 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 Raipur

9 hrs 43 min ~632 km Multiple daily trains

Indian Railways connects Varanasi and Raipur with multiple daily services. The journey takes approximately 9 hrs 43 min. Rajdhani and Shatabdi express trains are faster, while mail and passenger trains make more stops but cost less.

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 Raipur

12 hrs 38 min ~632 km Most affordable

Bus travel is a popular and affordable option for the Varanasi to Raipur route. The journey takes approximately 12 hrs 38 min covering ~632 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 Raipur

8 hrs 51 min ~632 km

A road trip from Varanasi to Raipur covers approximately 632 km and takes around 8 hrs 51 min. Start early to make the most of daylight hours.

💡 Travel tips for Varanasi to Raipur

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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 8 hrs 51 min, plan overnight halts. Fatigue driving is dangerous on Indian highways.

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IRCTC — Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation — Book train tickets online

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DGCA — Directorate General of Civil Aviation — Indian aviation regulator

Incredible India — Official tourism portal of India

Frequently asked questions

What is the distance from Varanasi to Raipur? ▼

The aerial (straight-line) distance from Varanasi to Raipur is approximately 473 km (294 miles). The road distance is approximately 632 km, which takes about 8 hrs 51 min by car.

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

The fastest way is by flight, taking approximately 1 hrs 23 min from VNS to RPR. You can search and compare flight prices on FareEagle. Trains take about 9 hrs 43 min and are more affordable.

How much does a flight from Varanasi to Raipur 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 Raipur? ▼

Yes, multiple bus operators run services on the Varanasi to Raipur route. The journey takes approximately 12 hrs 38 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 Raipur? ▼

The train from Varanasi to Raipur takes approximately 9 hrs 43 min. Express trains are faster while passenger trains make more stops. Check train schedules and availability on IRCTC.

Can I book Varanasi to Raipur travel on FareEagle? ▼

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