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Bodhgaya to Varanasi Taxi & Cab Fare 2026: ₹5,004+ (Dzire → Tempo Traveller)
Arriving in Kashi from Bodhgaya? Here are the car-wise Bodhgaya to Varanasi taxi and cab fares for every vehicle, with door-step pickup in Bodhgaya, a name-board at the station/airport, and a fixed price agreed before you travel.
🚕 Fare snapshot: Bodhgaya to Varanasi by AC Swift Dzire is ₹5,004 one-way and ₹6,864 round-trip, covering 260-265 km in about ~6 hr. Fuel, tolls and driver included. Get your fixed fare on WhatsApp.
Why People Travel Bodhgaya → Varanasi
Bodh Gaya draws Buddhist pilgrims and foreign tourists to the Mahabodhi Temple, Bodhi Tree and international monasteries, peaking in the cool winter (Dec–Feb). Overseas visitors especially value an English-speaking driver, a clean car and a fixed, predictable price.
Quick Facts: Bodhgaya to Varanasi Distance, Time & Fare
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Distance | 260-265 km (one-way) |
| Drive Time | ~6 hr | 6.5-7+ hr at peak |
| Route / Highway | NH-19/NH-120 (Gaya route) then Gaya -> Bodhgaya ~13 km |
| Best Departure | 5-7 am |
| Tolls | The NH-19 plazas (Daffi, Mohania, Sasaram, Aurangabad, Dobhi) add up to about ₹400–500 in car tolls one-way. |
| State Tax | Extra as applicable (Bihar) |
| Cheapest AC option | Swift Dzire from ₹5,004 one-way |
| Luggage | No restrictions (SUV/Tempo for bulky bags) |
Bodhgaya to Varanasi Taxi & Cab Fare — Full Rate Card
Here is the complete Bodhgaya to Varanasi fare card by vehicle. Every fare is fixed and includes fuel, tolls and the driver.
| Vehicle | Seats | Best for | One-way | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swift Dzire | 4 | Couples & small families; most economical AC sedan | ₹5,004 | ₹6,864 |
| Maruti Ertiga | 6 | Families of 5-6 with luggage; comfortable mid SUV | ₹6,943 | ₹8,646 |
| Toyota Innova | 7 | Larger families & long outstation trips; proven reliability | ₹7,729 | ₹9,694 |
| Toyota Innova Crysta | 7 | Premium comfort for family or business travel | ₹8,777 | ₹11,266 |
| Tempo Traveller (12 Seater) | 12 | Group tours & pilgrimages up to 12 passengers | ₹12,314 | ₹14,148 |
| Tempo Traveller (17 Seater) | 17 | Larger groups & extended family pilgrimages | ₹13,362 | ₹16,244 |
| Tempo Traveller (26 Seater) | 26 | Large tour groups & corporate/temple trips | ₹15,196 | ₹18,340 |
| Force Urbania | 13 | Luxury group travel with premium reclining seats | ₹17,030 | ₹19,388 |
Bihar tax: Bihar entry + green tax for a car is ~₹200–250 at the border, taking total toll + tax to roughly ₹600–750 one-way.
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 Bodhgaya to Varanasi
Not sure which car fits? Here is what each option costs on this route and who it suits best.
Bodhgaya to Varanasi in a Swift Dzire — 4-seater (Couples & small families; most economical AC sedan)
- Fare on this route: ₹5,004 one-way · ₹6,864 round-trip
- Capacity: 4 passengers · 2 bags · AC
- Who should pick this: Couples & small families; most economical AC sedan
Bodhgaya to Varanasi in a Maruti Ertiga — 6-seater (Families of 5-6 with luggage; comfortable mid SUV)
- Fare on this route: ₹6,943 one-way · ₹8,646 round-trip
- Capacity: 6 passengers · 3 bags · AC
- Who should pick this: Families of 5-6 with luggage; comfortable mid SUV
Bodhgaya to Varanasi in a Toyota Innova — 7-seater (Larger families & long outstation trips; proven reliability)
- Fare on this route: ₹7,729 one-way · ₹9,694 round-trip
- Capacity: 7 passengers · 4 bags · AC
- Who should pick this: Larger families & long outstation trips; proven reliability
Bodhgaya to Varanasi in a Toyota Innova Crysta — 7-seater (Premium comfort for family or business travel)
- Fare on this route: ₹8,777 one-way · ₹11,266 round-trip
- Capacity: 7 passengers · 4 bags · AC
- Who should pick this: Premium comfort for family or business travel
Bodhgaya to Varanasi in a Tempo Traveller (12 Seater) — 12-seater (Group tours & pilgrimages up to 12 passengers)
- Fare on this route: ₹12,314 one-way · ₹14,148 round-trip
- Capacity: 12 passengers · 12 bags · AC
- Who should pick this: Group tours & pilgrimages up to 12 passengers
Bodhgaya to Varanasi in a Tempo Traveller (17 Seater) — 17-seater (Larger groups & extended family pilgrimages)
- Fare on this route: ₹13,362 one-way · ₹16,244 round-trip
- Capacity: 17 passengers · 17 bags · AC
- Who should pick this: Larger groups & extended family pilgrimages
Bodhgaya to Varanasi in a Tempo Traveller (26 Seater) — 26-seater (Large tour groups & corporate/temple trips)
- Fare on this route: ₹15,196 one-way · ₹18,340 round-trip
- Capacity: 26 passengers · 26 bags · AC
- Who should pick this: Large tour groups & corporate/temple trips
Bodhgaya to Varanasi in a Force Urbania — 13-seater (Luxury group travel with premium reclining seats)
- Fare on this route: ₹17,030 one-way · ₹19,388 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 Bodhgaya to Varanasi?
- One-way (from ₹5,004 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 Bodhgaya.
- Round-trip (from ₹6,864) is best for a same-day visit or when you want the same car and driver waiting for your return.
We offer genuine Bodhgaya to Varanasi one-way drops — you are not forced to pay for an empty return leg.
What's Included in Your Bodhgaya 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):
- Bihar entry/green tax (as applicable)
- Overnight driver allowance (₹400–₹500/night)
- Extra sightseeing stops beyond the agreed route
Bodhgaya to Varanasi Route: Roads, Stops & Landmarks
The usual route is NH-19/NH-120 (Gaya route) then Gaya -> Bodhgaya ~13 km.
Good places to stop on the Bodhgaya to Varanasi route:
- Sarnath
- Dehri-on-Sone
- Aurangabad
- Mahabodhi complex & Bodhi Tree
Pickup & Arrival: Bodhgaya to Varanasi
We pick you up from any address in Bodhgaya — 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 ~6 hr.
Slow stretches on the way in:
- Bodh Gaya town/temple approaches in Buddhist observances, winter peak
Bodhgaya to Varanasi: Pickup in Bodhgaya & Arrival in Varanasi
For your Bodhgaya to Varanasi trip we pick you up anywhere in Bodhgaya — your hotel, guesthouse or the place you are staying, or the exact address you share with us on a call. Common Bodhgaya pickup points:
- Gaya Junction (nearest rail)
- Gaya International Airport
- monastery-side hotels
In Varanasi we drop you right at what you came for:
- Kashi Vishwanath Dham
- Dashashwamedh Ghat (Ganga Aarti)
- Sarnath
Bodhgaya 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 Bodhgaya round-trip (Dzire) | ₹6,864 | Varies + surge | 30-50% more |
Why Book Bodhgaya 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 Bodhgaya to Varanasi
Rated 4.8/5 by 49 verified travellers on this route.
★★★★★
"Smooth ride from Bodhgaya to Varanasi in a Innova Crysta. AC was good, driver drove carefully and knew the ghats area well for the drop. Fair, fixed fare."
— Anjali T., Feb 2026
★★★★☆
"Booked a pickup from Bodhgaya to Varanasi. On-time, courteous driver and the price agreed on WhatsApp did not change. Made arriving in Kashi very easy."
— Gaurav M., Dec 2025
★★★★★
"Reached Varanasi from Bodhgaya in a Innova Crysta. 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."
— Shweta A., Jun 2026
Book Your Bodhgaya 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 Bodhgaya
Mahabodhi Temple, Bodhi Tree, Great Buddha statue, international monasteries.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the Bodhgaya to Varanasi taxi / cab fare?
The Bodhgaya to Varanasi fare is about ₹5,004 one-way and ₹6,864 round-trip in an AC Swift Dzire. An Innova is from ₹9,694 round-trip and a 12-seater Tempo Traveller from ₹14,148 round-trip. The fare is fixed and already includes fuel, tolls and the driver.
Is toll included in the Bodhgaya to Varanasi fare?
Yes — our quote includes an estimate for highway tolls. The NH-19 plazas (Daffi, Mohania, Sasaram, Aurangabad, Dobhi) add up to about ₹400–500 in car tolls one-way. Bihar entry + green tax for a car is ~₹200–250 at the border, taking total toll + tax to roughly ₹600–750 one-way.
Is the Bodhgaya 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 Bodhgaya 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 ₹9,694 round-trip.
What is the Bodhgaya to Varanasi distance and travel time?
Bodhgaya to Varanasi is about 260-265 km, with a typical drive time of ~6 hr (up to 6.5-7+ hr at peak).
Do you provide AC cars for Bodhgaya 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 Bodhgaya to Varanasi one-way drops?
Yes, a Bodhgaya to Varanasi one-way drop is available (Dzire from ₹5,004). One-way is the cheaper option when you don't need the car to return.
How do I book a Bodhgaya 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 Bodhgaya?
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.