Bigger group? Ertiga, Innova, Crysta & Tempo Traveller too — ask for a fixed fare.
Mughalsarai to Varanasi Taxi & Cab Fare 2026: ₹920+ (Dzire → Tempo Traveller)
Arriving in Kashi from Mughalsarai? Here are the car-wise Mughalsarai to Varanasi taxi and cab fares for every vehicle, with door-step pickup in Mughalsarai, a name-board at the station/airport, and a fixed price agreed before you travel.
🚕 Fare snapshot: Mughalsarai to Varanasi by AC Swift Dzire is ₹920 one-way and ₹1,240 round-trip, covering 17-18 km in about 40-50 min. Fuel, tolls and driver included. Get your fixed fare on WhatsApp.
Why People Travel Mughalsarai → Varanasi
DDU (Mughalsarai) Junction is a major Purvanchal rail hub with long-distance trains to every metro, so most rides are timed station transfers tracked against your train timing.
Quick Facts: Mughalsarai to Varanasi Distance, Time & Fare
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Distance | 17-18 km (one-way) |
| Drive Time | 40-50 min | 1-1.25 hr at peak |
| Route / Highway | GT Road / NH-19 |
| Best Departure | off-peak; 7-9 pm or 4-6 am |
| Tolls | This short city-belt hop is effectively toll-free for a private car (only station parking/entry fees apply). |
| State Tax | Not applicable |
| Cheapest AC option | Swift Dzire from ₹920 one-way |
| Luggage | No restrictions (SUV/Tempo for bulky bags) |
Mughalsarai to Varanasi Taxi & Cab Fare — Full Rate Card
Here is the complete Mughalsarai 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 | ₹920 | ₹1,240 |
| Maruti Ertiga | 6 | Families of 5-6 with luggage; comfortable mid SUV | ₹1,277 | ₹1,554 |
| Toyota Innova | 7 | Larger families & long outstation trips; proven reliability | ₹1,427 | ₹1,754 |
| Toyota Innova Crysta | 7 | Premium comfort for family or business travel | ₹1,627 | ₹2,054 |
| Tempo Traveller (12 Seater) | 12 | Group tours & pilgrimages up to 12 passengers | ₹2,254 | ₹2,508 |
| Tempo Traveller (17 Seater) | 17 | Larger groups & extended family pilgrimages | ₹2,454 | ₹2,908 |
| Tempo Traveller (26 Seater) | 26 | Large tour groups & corporate/temple trips | ₹2,804 | ₹3,308 |
| Force Urbania | 13 | Luxury group travel with premium reclining seats | ₹3,154 | ₹3,508 |
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 Mughalsarai to Varanasi
Not sure which car fits? Here is what each option costs on this route and who it suits best.
Mughalsarai to Varanasi in a Swift Dzire — 4-seater (Couples & small families; most economical AC sedan)
- Fare on this route: ₹920 one-way · ₹1,240 round-trip
- Capacity: 4 passengers · 2 bags · AC
- Who should pick this: Couples & small families; most economical AC sedan
Mughalsarai to Varanasi in a Maruti Ertiga — 6-seater (Families of 5-6 with luggage; comfortable mid SUV)
- Fare on this route: ₹1,277 one-way · ₹1,554 round-trip
- Capacity: 6 passengers · 3 bags · AC
- Who should pick this: Families of 5-6 with luggage; comfortable mid SUV
Mughalsarai to Varanasi in a Toyota Innova — 7-seater (Larger families & long outstation trips; proven reliability)
- Fare on this route: ₹1,427 one-way · ₹1,754 round-trip
- Capacity: 7 passengers · 4 bags · AC
- Who should pick this: Larger families & long outstation trips; proven reliability
Mughalsarai to Varanasi in a Toyota Innova Crysta — 7-seater (Premium comfort for family or business travel)
- Fare on this route: ₹1,627 one-way · ₹2,054 round-trip
- Capacity: 7 passengers · 4 bags · AC
- Who should pick this: Premium comfort for family or business travel
Mughalsarai to Varanasi in a Tempo Traveller (12 Seater) — 12-seater (Group tours & pilgrimages up to 12 passengers)
- Fare on this route: ₹2,254 one-way · ₹2,508 round-trip
- Capacity: 12 passengers · 12 bags · AC
- Who should pick this: Group tours & pilgrimages up to 12 passengers
Mughalsarai to Varanasi in a Tempo Traveller (17 Seater) — 17-seater (Larger groups & extended family pilgrimages)
- Fare on this route: ₹2,454 one-way · ₹2,908 round-trip
- Capacity: 17 passengers · 17 bags · AC
- Who should pick this: Larger groups & extended family pilgrimages
Mughalsarai to Varanasi in a Tempo Traveller (26 Seater) — 26-seater (Large tour groups & corporate/temple trips)
- Fare on this route: ₹2,804 one-way · ₹3,308 round-trip
- Capacity: 26 passengers · 26 bags · AC
- Who should pick this: Large tour groups & corporate/temple trips
Mughalsarai to Varanasi in a Force Urbania — 13-seater (Luxury group travel with premium reclining seats)
- Fare on this route: ₹3,154 one-way · ₹3,508 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 Mughalsarai to Varanasi?
- One-way (from ₹920 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 Mughalsarai.
- Round-trip (from ₹1,240) is best for a same-day visit or when you want the same car and driver waiting for your return.
We offer genuine Mughalsarai to Varanasi one-way drops — you are not forced to pay for an empty return leg.
What's Included in Your Mughalsarai 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
Mughalsarai to Varanasi Route: Roads, Stops & Landmarks
The usual route is GT Road / NH-19.
Good places to stop on the Mughalsarai to Varanasi route:
- GT Road eateries
Pickup & Arrival: Mughalsarai to Varanasi
We pick you up from any address in Mughalsarai — 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 40-50 min.
Slow stretches on the way in:
- City exit from Varanasi + DDU station approach
- rail-crossing slowdowns
Mughalsarai to Varanasi: Pickup in Mughalsarai & Arrival in Varanasi
For your Mughalsarai to Varanasi trip we pick you up anywhere in Mughalsarai — your hotel, guesthouse or the place you are staying, or the exact address you share with us on a call. Common Mughalsarai pickup points:
- DDU (Mughalsarai) Junction
In Varanasi we drop you right at what you came for:
- Kashi Vishwanath Dham
- Dashashwamedh Ghat (Ganga Aarti)
- Sarnath
Mughalsarai 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 Mughalsarai round-trip (Dzire) | ₹1,240 | Varies + surge | 30-50% more |
Why Book Mughalsarai 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 Mughalsarai to Varanasi
Rated 4.9/5 by 103 verified travellers on this route.
★★★★★
"Our flight into Mughalsarai was delayed but the driver still waited and got us to Varanasi comfortably. No hidden costs, exactly the fare they quoted."
— Rahul S., Dec 2025
★★★★★
"Smooth ride from Mughalsarai to Varanasi in a Swift Dzire. AC was good, driver drove carefully and knew the ghats area well for the drop. Fair, fixed fare."
— Deepak N., Oct 2025
★★★★★
"Reached Varanasi from Mughalsarai 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."
— Manish D., Apr 2026
Book Your Mughalsarai 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 Mughalsarai
DDU junction - long-distance trains to all metros, major Purvanchal hub.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the Mughalsarai to Varanasi taxi / cab fare?
The Mughalsarai to Varanasi fare is about ₹920 one-way and ₹1,240 round-trip in an AC Swift Dzire. An Innova is from ₹1,754 round-trip and a 12-seater Tempo Traveller from ₹2,508 round-trip. The fare is fixed and already includes fuel, tolls and the driver.
Is toll included in the Mughalsarai to Varanasi fare?
Yes — our quote includes an estimate for highway tolls. This short city-belt hop is effectively toll-free for a private car (only station parking/entry fees apply). There is no separate state tax on this route.
Is the Mughalsarai 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 Mughalsarai 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 ₹1,754 round-trip.
What is the Mughalsarai to Varanasi distance and travel time?
Mughalsarai to Varanasi is about 17-18 km, with a typical drive time of 40-50 min (up to 1-1.25 hr at peak).
Do you provide AC cars for Mughalsarai 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 Mughalsarai to Varanasi one-way drops?
Yes, a Mughalsarai to Varanasi one-way drop is available (Dzire from ₹920). One-way is the cheaper option when you don't need the car to return.
How do I book a Mughalsarai 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 Mughalsarai?
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.