What is the cheapest way to get from Varanasi to Dharmashala?

The cheapest way to get from Varanasi to Dharmashala is to train via Thāne which costs ₹1,800 - ₹9,500 and takes 45h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Varanasi to Dharmashala?

The fastest way to get from Varanasi to Dharmashala is to fly and train which takes 7h 52m and costs ₹12,000 - ₹25,000.

Is there a direct bus between Varanasi and Dharmashala?

No, there is no direct bus from Varanasi to Dharmashala. However, there are services departing from Varanasi and arriving at Mattannur via Bengaluru. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Varanasi and Dharmashala?

No, there is no direct train from Varanasi to Dharmashala. However, there are services departing from Kashi and arriving at Kannur via Thane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45h 4m.

How far is it from Varanasi to Dharmashala?

The distance between Varanasi and Dharmashala is 1744 km. The road distance is 2017.7 km.

How do I travel from Varanasi to Dharmashala without a car?

The best way to get from Varanasi to Dharmashala without a car is to bus which takes 28h 33m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Varanasi to Dharmashala?

It takes approximately 8h 52m to get from Varanasi to Dharmashala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Varanasi to Dharmashala bus from?

Varanasi to Dharmashala bus services, operated by The Abha Travels, depart from Varanasi station.

Where do I catch the Varanasi to Dharmashala train from?

Varanasi to Dharmashala train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Kashi station.

Train, bus or fly from Varanasi to Dharmashala?

The best way to get from Varanasi to Dharmashala is to fly which takes 8h 52m and costs ₹13,000 - ₹21,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 28h 33m, you could also train via Thāne, which costs ₹1,800 - ₹9,500 and takes 45h 4m.

Where does the Varanasi to Dharmashala bus arrive?

Varanasi to Dharmashala bus services, operated by The Abha Travels, arrive at Bengaluru station.

Where does the Varanasi to Dharmashala train arrive?

Varanasi to Dharmashala train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Thane station.

Can I drive from Varanasi to Dharmashala?

Yes, the driving distance between Varanasi to Dharmashala is 2018 km. It takes approximately 30h 18m to drive from Varanasi to Dharmashala.

Where can I stay near Dharmashala?

There are 185+ hotels available in Dharmashala.

Varanasi to Dharmashala - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Varanasi to Dharmashala by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly to Kannur International Airport
best
1. Fly from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Kannur International Airport (CNN)plane VNS - CNN
8h 52m
₹13,464–20,807
Train via Thāne
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kashi to Thanetrain 22178
2. Take the train from Thane to Kannurtrain 12201 / ...
45h 4m
₹1,871–9,375
Bus
1. Take the bus from Varanasi to Bengalurubus redbusIndia_A/C Seater/Sleeper
2. Take the bus from Bengaluru to Mattannurbus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper / ...
28h 33m
Drive 2,017.7 km
1. Drive from Varanasi to Dharmashalacar 2,017.7 km
30h 18m
₹19,739–28,512
Fly to Calicut International Airport, train
1. Fly from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Calicut International Airport (CCJ)plane VNS - CCJ
2. Take the train from Kozhikkode to Kannurtrain
7h 52m
₹12,144–24,557
Fly to Bajpe Airport, train
1. Fly from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Bajpe Airport (IXE)plane VNS - IXE
2. Take the train from Mangalore Jn to Kannapuramtrain
8h 17m
₹12,684–21,057
Bus via Rewa Airport (REW)
1. Take the bus from Varanasi to Rewabus
2. Take the bus from Rewa to Bengalurubus
3. Take the bus from Bengaluru to Taliparambabus
46h 15m
Train
1. Take the train from Varanasi Jn to Yasvantpur Jntrain 22688
2. Take the train from Yasvantpur Jn to Kannurtrain 16511 / ...
2d 11h
₹2,097–10,996

Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Kannur International Airport (CNN) flights

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13h 5mAverage Duration

₹12,476Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,743.5 km
Duration: 8h 52m

What companies run services between Varanasi, India and Dharmashala, India?

IndiGo Airlines and Spicejet fly from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Kannur International Airport (CNN) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Varanasi to Dharmashala via Bengaluru and Mattannur in around 28h 33m.

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