Varanasi
Varanasi
Train

Sibganja to Varanasi

Updated: 28 May 2026

The journey from Sibganja to Varanasi involves reaching Howrah to board trains like the Vibhuti Express or Doon Express. The route covers 700 km through the Gangetic plains. Varanasi is one of the oldest living cities in the world.

Total Distance: 700 km by road, 600 km air distance.
Fastest Way
Flight from Kolkata to Varanasi takes 1 hour.
Cheapest Way
Sleeper class train ticket at 1000 INR.
Compare Sibganja to Varanasi Routes
Train
Direct
Duration
12 hours
Avg Price
1000-3000 INR
Operator
Vibhuti Express
Route
Howrah Junction to Varanasi Junction.

The Vibhuti Express is a convenient overnight train.

Travel Tips
  • Boats
    Negotiate the price for boat rides.
  • Temples
    Be prepared for crowds in temples.
  • Food
    Try the local street food like Kachori.
  • Transport
    Use cycle rickshaws in narrow lanes.
  • Timing
    Visit the ghats early in the morning.
Safety Tips
  • Crowds
    Be careful in narrow lanes.
  • Night Travel
    Avoid walking alone at night.
  • Emergency
    Keep emergency contacts saved.
  • Health
    Drink only bottled water.
People Also Ask
  • Is Varanasi safe?
    Yes, it is safe for tourists.
  • How to reach the ghats?
    Walk or take a cycle rickshaw.
  • Are there direct trains?
    Yes, many trains connect Howrah to Varanasi.
  • What is the best time?
    Winter is the best time to visit.
  • Is the airport far?
    Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport is 25 km away.
Quick Info
  • From Sibganja, West Bengal, India
  • To Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India
  • Modes
Best Time to Travel

October to March for pleasant weather.

Things to Do in Varanasi
1
Ganga Aarti
Witness the mesmerizing evening prayer at Dashashwamedh Ghat.
2
Kashi Vishwanath Temple
Visit the famous Shiva temple.
3
Sarnath
Take a trip to the site of Buddha's first sermon.
4
Boat Ride
Enjoy a sunrise boat ride on the Ganges.
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