Yes, it is a safe and tourist-friendly city.

How to reach from Delhi?

Trains and buses are frequently available.

Yes, many hotels and resorts are available.

Yes, it is one of the holiest cities in India.

Nangal

Varanasi

Train Driving

Nangal to Varanasi

Updated: 23 May 2026

The journey from Nangal to Varanasi covers 950 km. You can drive via the NH 19 or take a train to Delhi and connect to Varanasi. The road trip takes about 18-20 hours. Varanasi is one of the oldest living cities in the world and a major pilgrimage site.

Total Distance: 950 km driving distance, 800 km straight-line air distance.

Fastest Way

Train to New Delhi followed by a flight to Varanasi.

Cheapest Way

Train to Delhi followed by a train to Varanasi.

Compare Nangal to Varanasi Routes

	Train Connecting	Driving Direct
Duration	20 hours	18 hours
Avg Price	1200-2500 INR	9000-13000 INR
Operator	Indian Railways	Private Taxi
Route	Nangal Dam - New Delhi - Varanasi	Nangal - Delhi - Agra - Lucknow - Varanasi
Tip	Book the Vande Bharat from Delhi for a fast connection.	The drive is long, so plan for overnight stops.

Travel Tips

Traffic
Avoid the Delhi-Varanasi highway during peak hours.
Train Booking
Book tickets well in advance, especially during the tourist season.
Local Transport
Use auto-rickshaws or ride-hailing apps for local travel.
Dress Code
Dress modestly when visiting religious sites.
Navigation
Use GPS to find your hotel as the city can be busy.