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For two people, 3 days in Varanasi from Bhubaneswar typically costs ₹4,790–₹40,400 each. This includes return travel, hotel, food, local transport and sightseeing.
Budget₹4,790per person · 3 days
Mid-range₹12,740per person · 3 days
Luxury₹40,400per person · 3 days
Varanasi trip cost calculator
Travel style
Estimated cost per person
₹12,740
Total for 2: ₹25,480
- Travel (return)₹4,100
- Hotel₹6,000
- Food₹5,400
- Local transport₹4,500
- Sightseeing & entry₹3,600
- Shopping & misc₹1,890
Train (3AC) · 819 km
Get exact quotes →How to reach Varanasi from Bhubaneswar
Varanasi is about 630 km from Bhubaneswar as the crow flies. Nearest railway station: Varanasi Junction; nearest airport: Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport.
| Travel style | Best option | Distance | Approx. time | Return fare / person |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Budget | Train (Sleeper) | 819 km | 15h | ₹790 |
| Mid-range | Train (3AC) | 819 km | 15h | ₹2,050 |
| Comfort | Flight | 630 km | 2h 30m | ₹11,810 |
Varanasi trip cost breakdown (3 days, 2 people)
| Expense | Budget | Mid-range | Luxury |
|---|---|---|---|
| Travel (return) | ₹1,570 | ₹4,100 | ₹23,610 |
| Hotel | ₹2,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹20,000 |
| Food | ₹2,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹13,200 |
| Local transport | ₹1,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹9,000 |
| Sightseeing & entry | ₹1,200 | ₹3,600 | ₹9,000 |
| Shopping & misc | ₹710 | ₹1,890 | ₹5,980 |
| Total for 2 | ₹9,580 | ₹25,480 | ₹80,800 |
| Per person | ₹4,790 | ₹12,740 | ₹40,400 |
Hotel is for 2 night(s) in one shared room. Change days, travellers or style in the calculator above for your exact number.
Varanasi trip cost by number of days
| Trip length | Budget | Mid-range | Luxury |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 days / 1 nights | ₹3,280 | ₹8,690 | ₹29,380 |
| 3 days / 2 nights | ₹4,790 | ₹12,740 | ₹40,400 |
| 4 days / 3 nights | ₹6,300 | ₹16,790 | ₹51,410 |
Per person, two travellers sharing, including return travel from Bhubaneswar.
Best time to visit Varanasi (and when it is cheapest)
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Good weather Peak — highest prices Off-season — cheapest
The best months to visit Varanasi are October, November, December, January, February and March. Hotels cost the most in peak months, so book 4–6 weeks ahead or travel just before or after.
Varanasi month by month
| Month | Verdict | Weather | Hotel prices | Events |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Excellent · 74 | 3–33°C · 12 mm rain | High | |
| February | Good · 56 | 4–39°C · 14 mm rain | Normal | |
| March | Good · 55 | 8–44°C · 10 mm rain | Normal | |
| April | Okay · 30 | 17–47°C · 11 mm rain | Low | |
| May | Okay · 30 | 21–48°C · 23 mm rain | Low | |
| June | Avoid · 25 | 24–49°C · 110 mm rain | Low | |
| July | Avoid · 16 | 25–43°C · 249 mm rain | Low | |
| August | Avoid · 18 | 24–39°C · 200 mm rain | Low | |
| September | Avoid · 25 | 20–40°C · 146 mm rain | Low | |
| October | Good · 56 | 13–39°C · 33 mm rain | Normal | |
| November | Excellent · 80 | 8–34°C · 2 mm rain | High | Dev Deepawali (Kartik Purnima) |
| December | Excellent · 73 | 2–33°C · 5 mm rain | High |
Top things to do in Varanasi and entry costs
- Dashashwamedh Ghat AartiFree
- Sunrise boat ride₹200–800
- Kashi Vishwanath TempleFree
- Sarnath₹25
How to save money on your Varanasi trip
- Shared boats for Ganga Aarti are far cheaper than private ones.
- Stay near the ghats to walk everywhere.
- Avoid peak months if you can: hotel rates are often 30–50% lower outside them.
- Book Bhubaneswar–Varanasi trains as soon as reservations open; sleeper and 3AC sell out fast in season.
- Travelling as a group of four? Local cab costs split four ways — the calculator shows the saving.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a 3-day trip to Varanasi from Bhubaneswar cost?
For two people sharing, expect about ₹4,790 per person on a budget, ₹12,740 mid-range and ₹40,400 for a luxury trip, including return travel from Bhubaneswar.
What is the cheapest way to go from Bhubaneswar to Varanasi?
Train (Sleeper) is usually cheapest at around ₹790 per person return, taking roughly 15h each way.
How much is a hotel in Varanasi per night?
Budget rooms start around ₹1,100, mid-range hotels cost about ₹3,000 and luxury stays ₹10,000 or more per night for a double room.
What is the minimum budget per day in Varanasi?
Budget travellers can manage on roughly ₹1,220 per person per day for a shared room, food, local transport and sightseeing.
How many days are enough for Varanasi?
2 to 4 days is ideal; 3 days covers the main sights comfortably.
What is the best time to visit Varanasi?
The best months are October, November, December, January, February and March.
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Prices last reviewed: October 10, 2026. Costs are estimates based on average prices and can change with season, availability and booking time. Always confirm current prices before booking.
