Varanasi to Delhi by train
Delhi lies 682 km (424 mi) north-west of Varanasi, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 13 h 4 min at the speeds typical of India rail, over roughly 832 km (517 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Varanasi | Delhi | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | India |
| Population | 1.2 million | 11 million |
| Elevation | 86 m (282 ft) | 227 m (745 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) |
| Stations on record | Varanasi Junction railway station | Delhi Junction railway station, Sarai Rohilla railway station |
Where to book trains from Varanasi to Delhi
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Staying in Delhi
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Common questions
How far is Delhi from Varanasi?
682 km (424 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Varanasi; by road roughly 832 km (517 mi).
How long does it take to get from Varanasi to Delhi by train?
About 13 h 4 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Varanasi and Delhi?
No, both are on Asia/Kolkata at the moment.
Where can I stay in Delhi?
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Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.