Bigger group? Ertiga, Innova, Crysta & Tempo Traveller too — ask for a fixed fare.
Delhi to Varanasi Taxi & Cab Fare 2026: ₹16,407+ (Dzire → Tempo Traveller)
Arriving in Kashi from Delhi? Here are the car-wise Delhi to Varanasi taxi and cab fares for every vehicle, with door-step pickup in Delhi, a name-board at the station/airport, and a fixed price agreed before you travel.
🚕 Fare snapshot: Delhi to Varanasi by AC Swift Dzire is ₹16,407 one-way and ₹22,506 round-trip, covering ~859 km in about 12.5-13 hr. Fuel, tolls and driver included. Get your fixed fare on WhatsApp.
Why People Travel Delhi → Varanasi
People choose the ~13-hour road run over train or flight when they have heavy luggage, want true door-to-door service, travel at odd hours, or bring pets or elderly passengers who dislike station/airport chaos. A frequent pattern is a one-way drive to catch a Delhi flight.
Planning tip: For a journey this long we plan mandatory rest breaks, and a two-driver option is available on request for added safety.
Quick Facts: Delhi to Varanasi Distance, Time & Fare
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Distance | ~859 km (one-way) |
| Drive Time | 12.5-13 hr | 14+ hr at peak |
| Route / Highway | NH-19/GT Road + onward national highways |
| Best Departure | night or very early am |
| Tolls | The classic GT Road → Kanpur → Agra → Yamuna Expressway route has |
| State Tax | Not applicable |
| Cheapest AC option | Swift Dzire from ₹16,407 one-way |
| Luggage | No restrictions (SUV/Tempo for bulky bags) |
Delhi to Varanasi Taxi & Cab Fare — Full Rate Card
Here is the complete Delhi 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 | ₹16,407 | ₹22,506 |
| Maruti Ertiga | 6 | Families of 5-6 with luggage; comfortable mid SUV | ₹22,764 | ₹28,347 |
| Toyota Innova | 7 | Larger families & long outstation trips; proven reliability | ₹25,341 | ₹31,783 |
| Toyota Innova Crysta | 7 | Premium comfort for family or business travel | ₹28,777 | ₹36,937 |
| Tempo Traveller (12 Seater) | 12 | Group tours & pilgrimages up to 12 passengers | ₹40,373 | ₹46,386 |
| Tempo Traveller (17 Seater) | 17 | Larger groups & extended family pilgrimages | ₹43,809 | ₹53,258 |
| Tempo Traveller (26 Seater) | 26 | Large tour groups & corporate/temple trips | ₹49,822 | ₹60,130 |
| Force Urbania | 13 | Luxury group travel with premium reclining seats | ₹55,835 | ₹63,566 |
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 Delhi to Varanasi
Not sure which car fits? Here is what each option costs on this route and who it suits best.
Delhi to Varanasi in a Swift Dzire — 4-seater (Couples & small families; most economical AC sedan)
- Fare on this route: ₹16,407 one-way · ₹22,506 round-trip
- Capacity: 4 passengers · 2 bags · AC
- Who should pick this: Couples & small families; most economical AC sedan
Delhi to Varanasi in a Maruti Ertiga — 6-seater (Families of 5-6 with luggage; comfortable mid SUV)
- Fare on this route: ₹22,764 one-way · ₹28,347 round-trip
- Capacity: 6 passengers · 3 bags · AC
- Who should pick this: Families of 5-6 with luggage; comfortable mid SUV
Delhi to Varanasi in a Toyota Innova — 7-seater (Larger families & long outstation trips; proven reliability)
- Fare on this route: ₹25,341 one-way · ₹31,783 round-trip
- Capacity: 7 passengers · 4 bags · AC
- Who should pick this: Larger families & long outstation trips; proven reliability
Delhi to Varanasi in a Toyota Innova Crysta — 7-seater (Premium comfort for family or business travel)
- Fare on this route: ₹28,777 one-way · ₹36,937 round-trip
- Capacity: 7 passengers · 4 bags · AC
- Who should pick this: Premium comfort for family or business travel
Delhi to Varanasi in a Tempo Traveller (12 Seater) — 12-seater (Group tours & pilgrimages up to 12 passengers)
- Fare on this route: ₹40,373 one-way · ₹46,386 round-trip
- Capacity: 12 passengers · 12 bags · AC
- Who should pick this: Group tours & pilgrimages up to 12 passengers
Delhi to Varanasi in a Tempo Traveller (17 Seater) — 17-seater (Larger groups & extended family pilgrimages)
- Fare on this route: ₹43,809 one-way · ₹53,258 round-trip
- Capacity: 17 passengers · 17 bags · AC
- Who should pick this: Larger groups & extended family pilgrimages
Delhi to Varanasi in a Tempo Traveller (26 Seater) — 26-seater (Large tour groups & corporate/temple trips)
- Fare on this route: ₹49,822 one-way · ₹60,130 round-trip
- Capacity: 26 passengers · 26 bags · AC
- Who should pick this: Large tour groups & corporate/temple trips
Delhi to Varanasi in a Force Urbania — 13-seater (Luxury group travel with premium reclining seats)
- Fare on this route: ₹55,835 one-way · ₹63,566 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 Delhi to Varanasi?
- One-way (from ₹16,407 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 Delhi.
- Round-trip (from ₹22,506) is best for a same-day visit or when you want the same car and driver waiting for your return.
We offer genuine Delhi to Varanasi one-way drops — you are not forced to pay for an empty return leg.
What's Included in Your Delhi 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
Delhi to Varanasi Route: Roads, Stops & Landmarks
The usual route is NH-19/GT Road + onward national highways.
Good places to stop on the Delhi to Varanasi route:
- GT Road dhabas near Kanpur / Etawah
- Agra / Yamuna Expressway entry (food & fuel)
- Bridge viewpoints (GT Rd / Yamuna)
Pickup & Arrival: Delhi to Varanasi
We pick you up from any address in Delhi — 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 12.5-13 hr.
Slow stretches on the way in:
- Kanpur-Agra-Delhi corridor
- NCR ring roads & entry at peak
Delhi to Varanasi: Pickup in Delhi & Arrival in Varanasi
For your Delhi to Varanasi trip we pick you up anywhere in Delhi — your hotel, guesthouse or the place you are staying, or the exact address you share with us on a call. Common Delhi pickup points:
- New Delhi Railway Station
- Anand Vihar Terminal
- IGI Airport (T1/T2/T3)
In Varanasi we drop you right at what you came for:
- Kashi Vishwanath Dham
- Dashashwamedh Ghat (Ganga Aarti)
- Sarnath
Delhi 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 Delhi round-trip (Dzire) | ₹22,506 | Varies + surge | 30-50% more |
Why Book Delhi 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 Delhi to Varanasi
Rated 4.8/5 by 51 verified travellers on this route.
★★★★☆
"Reached Varanasi from Delhi in a Ertiga. 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."
— Divya R., Feb 2026
★★★★★
"Booked a pickup from Delhi to Varanasi. On-time, courteous driver and the price agreed on WhatsApp did not change. Made arriving in Kashi very easy."
— Sanjay H., May 2026
★★★★★
"Our flight into Delhi was delayed but the driver still waited and got us to Varanasi comfortably. No hidden costs, exactly the fare they quoted."
— Amit K., Jan 2026
Book Your Delhi 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 Delhi
Long-distance business, flights ex-Delhi, tourism (Old Delhi, India Gate).
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the Delhi to Varanasi taxi / cab fare?
The Delhi to Varanasi fare is about ₹16,407 one-way and ₹22,506 round-trip in an AC Swift Dzire. An Innova is from ₹31,783 round-trip and a 12-seater Tempo Traveller from ₹46,386 round-trip. The fare is fixed and already includes fuel, tolls and the driver.
Is toll included in the Delhi to Varanasi fare?
Yes — our quote includes an estimate for highway tolls. The classic GT Road → Kanpur → Agra → Yamuna Expressway route has 11 car plazas totalling about ₹1,500 one-way; a newer all-expressway routing is quicker but tolls run higher (₹2,200). Either way, tolls are already covered in your fixed fare. There is no separate state tax on this route.
Is the Delhi 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 Delhi 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 ₹31,783 round-trip.
What is the Delhi to Varanasi distance and travel time?
Delhi to Varanasi is about ~859 km, with a typical drive time of 12.5-13 hr (up to 14+ hr at peak).
Do you provide AC cars for Delhi 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 Delhi to Varanasi one-way drops?
Yes, a Delhi to Varanasi one-way drop is available (Dzire from ₹16,407). One-way is the cheaper option when you don't need the car to return.
How do I book a Delhi 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 Delhi?
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.