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Garudeshwar to Varanasi

Updated: 28 May 2026

Reaching Varanasi from Garudeshwar requires a transit through Vadodara. The distance is approximately 1250 km. You can board trains like the Vadodara-Varanasi Mahamana Express. By road, the route follows NH 48 towards Delhi and then shifts to the Golden Quadrilateral (NH 19) towards Varanasi. This journey takes roughly 26 hours by road or 24 hours by train.

Total Distance: 1250 km by road, 1100 km air distance.
Fastest Way
Flight from Vadodara to Varanasi with a connection in Delhi.
Cheapest Way
Sleeper class train from Vadodara is the most cost-effective.
Compare Garudeshwar to Varanasi Routes
Train
Connecting
Duration
25 hours
Avg Price
1500 - 4500 INR
Operator
Mahamana Express
Route
Vadodara Junction to Varanasi Junction

Check IRCTC for availability as this route is high-demand.

Travel Tips
  • Local Transport
    Use cycle rickshaws in the narrow lanes of the old city.
  • Dress Code
    Wear modest clothing when visiting temples.
  • Photography
    Ask permission before taking photos at cremation ghats.
  • Food
    Try the local street food like Kachori Sabzi and Malaiyo.
  • Guides
    Hire government-approved guides to avoid scams.
Safety Tips
  • Crowds
    Be wary of pickpockets in crowded ghat areas.
  • Touts
    Ignore unsolicited offers for boat rides or temple entry.
  • Navigation
    Use offline maps as GPS can be tricky in narrow alleys.
  • Emergency
    Keep the contact of your hotel reception handy.
People Also Ask
  • Is Varanasi safe?
    Yes, it is generally safe for tourists.
  • Can I fly to Varanasi?
    Yes, Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport serves the city.
  • How to reach from Vadodara?
    Direct trains are available from Vadodara Junction.
  • Is it expensive?
    It is a budget-friendly destination.
  • What is the best time?
    Winter is the most comfortable season.
Quick Info
  • From Garudeshwar, Gujarat, India
  • To Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India
  • Modes
Best Time to Travel

November to February for the Dev Deepawali festival.

Things to Do in Varanasi
1
Dashashwamedh Ghat
Witness the evening Ganga Aarti, a spiritual spectacle.
2
Kashi Vishwanath Temple
Visit one of the most sacred Shiva temples in India.
3
Sarnath
Explore the Buddhist site where Buddha gave his first sermon.
4
Boat Ride
Take a sunrise boat ride on the Ganges to see the city wake up.
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