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Ayodhya to Varanasi Taxi & Cab Fare 2026: ₹3,820+ (Dzire → Tempo Traveller)
Arriving in Kashi from Ayodhya? Here are the car-wise Ayodhya to Varanasi taxi and cab fares for every vehicle, with door-step pickup in Ayodhya, a name-board at the station/airport, and a fixed price agreed before you travel.
🚕 Fare snapshot: Ayodhya to Varanasi by AC Swift Dzire is ₹3,820 one-way and ₹5,240 round-trip, covering ~200 km in about 4-5 hr. Fuel, tolls and driver included. Get your fixed fare on WhatsApp.
Just want to book? For door-to-door booking, driver details and trip stories, see our main Ayodhya to Varanasi taxi service page. This page is the car-wise fare and rate card for the same route.
Why People Travel Ayodhya → Varanasi
This is an ultra-high-intent Ram Mandir darshan trip, layered with Ram Navami and Diwali Deepotsav peaks. For an ordinary darshan a 4–5 am start lands you late morning with time for parking and queues; on festival days add 1–2 hours and pre-book your darshan/aarti slot.
Quick Facts: Ayodhya to Varanasi Fare, Time & Route
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Distance | ~200 km (one-way) |
| Drive Time | 4-5 hr | 5-6 hr at peak |
| Route / Highway | NH-31/NH-56 via Jaunpur & Sultanpur (or NH-28/731/330) |
| Best Departure | 5-7 am |
| Tolls | Two common routings: via NH-31 (Hauj ₹125 + Bainti Khurd ₹125 + Bharatkhund ₹40 ≈ ₹290) or the older NH-28 (Amora Moiddinpur ₹110 + Amdi ₹100 ≈ ₹210) — a car toll of roughly ₹210–290 one-way, included in your fare. |
| State Tax | Not applicable |
| Cheapest AC option | Swift Dzire from ₹3,820 one-way |
| Luggage | No restrictions (SUV/Tempo for bulky bags) |
Ayodhya to Varanasi Taxi & Cab Fare — Full Rate Card
Here is the complete Ayodhya to Varanasi fare card by vehicle. Every fare is fixed and includes fuel, tolls and the driver — nothing added on the road.
| Vehicle | Seats | Best for | One-way | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swift Dzire | 4 | Couples & small families; most economical AC sedan | ₹3,820 | ₹5,240 |
| Maruti Ertiga | 6 | Families of 5-6 with luggage; comfortable mid SUV | ₹5,300 | ₹6,600 |
| Toyota Innova | 7 | Larger families & long outstation trips; proven reliability | ₹5,900 | ₹7,400 |
| Toyota Innova Crysta | 7 | Premium comfort for family or business travel | ₹6,700 | ₹8,600 |
| Tempo Traveller (12 Seater) | 12 | Group tours & pilgrimages up to 12 passengers | ₹9,400 | ₹10,800 |
| Tempo Traveller (17 Seater) | 17 | Larger groups & extended family pilgrimages | ₹10,200 | ₹12,400 |
| Tempo Traveller (26 Seater) | 26 | Large tour groups & corporate/temple trips | ₹11,600 | ₹14,000 |
| Force Urbania | 13 | Luxury group travel with premium reclining seats | ₹13,000 | ₹14,800 |
One-way is billed for the distance you travel; round-trip includes the return leg. Overnight halts add a driver allowance of ₹400–₹500/night. Fares updated 2026.
Choose Your Vehicle for Ayodhya to Varanasi
Not sure which car fits? Here is what each option costs on this route and who it suits best.
Ayodhya to Varanasi in a Swift Dzire — 4-seater (Couples & small families; most economical AC sedan)
- Fare on this route: ₹3,820 one-way · ₹5,240 round-trip
- Capacity: 4 passengers · 2 bags · AC
- Who should pick this: Couples & small families; most economical AC sedan
Ayodhya to Varanasi in a Maruti Ertiga — 6-seater (Families of 5-6 with luggage; comfortable mid SUV)
- Fare on this route: ₹5,300 one-way · ₹6,600 round-trip
- Capacity: 6 passengers · 3 bags · AC
- Who should pick this: Families of 5-6 with luggage; comfortable mid SUV
Ayodhya to Varanasi in a Toyota Innova — 7-seater (Larger families & long outstation trips; proven reliability)
- Fare on this route: ₹5,900 one-way · ₹7,400 round-trip
- Capacity: 7 passengers · 4 bags · AC
- Who should pick this: Larger families & long outstation trips; proven reliability
Ayodhya to Varanasi in a Toyota Innova Crysta — 7-seater (Premium comfort for family or business travel)
- Fare on this route: ₹6,700 one-way · ₹8,600 round-trip
- Capacity: 7 passengers · 4 bags · AC
- Who should pick this: Premium comfort for family or business travel
Ayodhya to Varanasi in a Tempo Traveller (12 Seater) — 12-seater (Group tours & pilgrimages up to 12 passengers)
- Fare on this route: ₹9,400 one-way · ₹10,800 round-trip
- Capacity: 12 passengers · 12 bags · AC
- Who should pick this: Group tours & pilgrimages up to 12 passengers
Ayodhya to Varanasi in a Tempo Traveller (17 Seater) — 17-seater (Larger groups & extended family pilgrimages)
- Fare on this route: ₹10,200 one-way · ₹12,400 round-trip
- Capacity: 17 passengers · 17 bags · AC
- Who should pick this: Larger groups & extended family pilgrimages
Ayodhya to Varanasi in a Tempo Traveller (26 Seater) — 26-seater (Large tour groups & corporate/temple trips)
- Fare on this route: ₹11,600 one-way · ₹14,000 round-trip
- Capacity: 26 passengers · 26 bags · AC
- Who should pick this: Large tour groups & corporate/temple trips
Ayodhya to Varanasi in a Force Urbania — 13-seater (Luxury group travel with premium reclining seats)
- Fare on this route: ₹13,000 one-way · ₹14,800 round-trip
- Capacity: 13 passengers · 13 bags · AC
- Who should pick this: Luxury group travel with premium reclining seats
One-Way vs Round-Trip: Which Is Cheaper for Ayodhya to Varanasi?
- One-way (from ₹3,820 in a Dzire) is best when you don't need the car to bring you back — e.g. a drop for a flight, train or a stay in Ayodhya.
- Round-trip (from ₹5,240) is best for a same-day visit or when you want the same car and driver waiting for your return.
We offer genuine Ayodhya to Varanasi one-way drops — you are not forced to pay for an empty return leg.
What's Included in Your Ayodhya to Varanasi Fare (and What's Extra)
Included in your fixed fare:
- Fuel and driver charges
- Highway toll estimate
- AC throughout the journey
- GST invoice on request
Charged extra (only if you use them):
- Parking & entry tickets at attractions
- Overnight driver allowance (₹400–₹500/night)
- Extra sightseeing stops beyond the agreed route
Ayodhya to Varanasi Route: Roads, Stops & Landmarks
The usual route is NH-31/NH-56 via Jaunpur & Sultanpur (or NH-28/731/330).
Good places to stop on the Ayodhya to Varanasi route:
- Baati Chokha (Varanasi, litti chokha)
- Jaunpur Highway Treat
- Sultanpur Dhaba
- Ayodhya Bhojanalaya
Pickup & Arrival: Ayodhya to Varanasi
We pick you up from any address in Ayodhya — home, hotel, railway station or airport. For station and airport pickups the driver waits with a name-board, and if your train or flight is delayed there is no extra waiting charge. You reach Varanasi in about 4-5 hr.
Slow stretches on the way in:
- Jaunpur & Sultanpur town stretches
- Ram Janmabhoomi/Hanuman Garhi in Ram Navami/Diwali
Ayodhya to Varanasi: Pickup in Ayodhya & Arrival in Varanasi
For your Ayodhya to Varanasi trip we pick you up anywhere in Ayodhya — your hotel, guesthouse or the place you are staying, or the exact address you share with us on a call. Common Ayodhya pickup points:
- Ayodhya Dham Junction
- Maharishi Valmiki International Airport
- Ram Path hotels
In Varanasi we drop you right at what you came for:
- Kashi Vishwanath Dham
- Dashashwamedh Ghat (Ganga Aarti)
- Sarnath
Ayodhya to Varanasi by Kashi Taxi vs Ola / Uber vs Hotel Desk
| Kashi Taxi (fixed) | Ola / Uber | Hotel travel desk | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price certainty | ✅ Fixed in writing | ❌ Surge / live meter | ❌ Marked-up quote |
| Outstation availability | ✅ Confirmed car & driver | ⚠️ Often no cars | ✅ But costly |
| Tolls & fuel | ✅ Included | ❌ Added at end | ⚠️ Sometimes hidden |
| Local route knowledge | ✅ Local drivers | ⚠️ Varies | ✅ |
| Typical Ayodhya round-trip (Dzire) | ₹5,240 | Varies + surge | 30-50% more |
Why Book Ayodhya to Varanasi With Kashi Taxi
- Serving Varanasi travellers since 1998 (Vinayak Travels)
- Verified, English/Hindi-speaking local drivers
- Fixed fare confirmed on WhatsApp before you pay
- Live location sharing for your family
- Clean, sanitised AC fleet from Dzire to 26-seater Tempo
What Travellers Say About Ayodhya to Varanasi
Rated 4.8/5 by 51 verified travellers on this route.
★★★★☆
"Smooth ride from Ayodhya to Varanasi in a Innova Crysta. AC was good, driver drove carefully and knew the ghats area well for the drop. Fair, fixed fare."
— Pooja S., Mar 2026
★★★★★
"Booked a pickup from Ayodhya to Varanasi. On-time, courteous driver and the price agreed on WhatsApp did not change. Made arriving in Kashi very easy."
— Shweta A., May 2026
★★★★★
"Reached Varanasi from Ayodhya in a Swift Dzire. Driver was waiting at the station with a name-board even though our train was late — no extra charge. Clean car, fixed fare, hassle-free."
— Rohit V., Apr 2026
Book Your Ayodhya to Varanasi Cab in 3 Steps
- Message us on WhatsApp with your date, pickup point, passengers and preferred vehicle.
- Get a fixed fare back in minutes — no meter, no surge.
- Travel worry-free — your driver arrives on time and the price never changes.
About Ayodhya
Ram Mandir & Ram Janmabhoomi, Hanuman Garhi, Saryu ghats.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the Ayodhya to Varanasi taxi / cab fare?
The Ayodhya to Varanasi fare is about ₹3,820 one-way and ₹5,240 round-trip in an AC Swift Dzire. An Innova is from ₹7,400 round-trip and a 12-seater Tempo Traveller from ₹10,800 round-trip. The fare is fixed and already includes fuel, tolls and the driver.
Is toll included in the Ayodhya to Varanasi fare?
Yes — our quote includes an estimate for highway tolls. Two common routings: via NH-31 (Hauj ₹125 + Bainti Khurd ₹125 + Bharatkhund ₹40 ≈ ₹290) or the older NH-28 (Amora Moiddinpur ₹110 + Amdi ₹100 ≈ ₹210) — a car toll of roughly ₹210–290 one-way, included in your fare. There is no separate state tax on this route.
Is the Ayodhya to Varanasi fare fixed or metered?
You get the full fixed fare in writing before you book — no meter, no surge pricing and no negotiation on the road.
Which car is best for a family of 5 on the Ayodhya to Varanasi trip?
For 5-6 people an Ertiga (6-seat) or Innova (7-seat) is ideal — comfortable with luggage. On this route an Innova is from ₹7,400 round-trip.
What is the Ayodhya to Varanasi distance and travel time?
Ayodhya to Varanasi is about ~200 km, with a typical drive time of 4-5 hr (up to 5-6 hr at peak).
Do you provide AC cars for Ayodhya to Varanasi?
Yes, the entire fleet is air-conditioned — Dzire, Ertiga, Innova, Innova Crysta, 12/17/26-seater Tempo Travellers and the Force Urbania.
Do you offer Ayodhya to Varanasi one-way drops?
Yes, a Ayodhya to Varanasi one-way drop is available (Dzire from ₹3,820). One-way is the cheaper option when you don't need the car to return.
How do I book a Ayodhya to Varanasi taxi?
Message +91 99354 74730 on WhatsApp with your date, number of passengers and preferred vehicle — you get a fixed fare back instantly.
Where do you pick up in Ayodhya?
We pick up from any address you give — home, hotel, railway station or airport. If your train or flight is delayed, the driver waits with a name-board at no extra charge.