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Varanasi to Gaya Taxi & Cab Fare 2026: ₹4,813+ (Dzire → Tempo Traveller)
Planning a trip from Varanasi to Gaya? Here are the car-wise Varanasi to Gaya taxi and cab fares — from the economical AC Swift Dzire to a 26-seater Tempo Traveller — with distance, drive time, the best route and one-tap booking. Most travellers make this trip for pind-daan at vishnupad temple + access to bodh gaya (mahabodhi, buddhist circuit).
🚕 Fare snapshot: Varanasi to Gaya by AC Swift Dzire is ₹4,813 one-way and ₹6,602 round-trip, covering 250-255 km in about 5-6 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 Varanasi to Gaya taxi service page. This page is the car-wise fare and rate card for the same route.
Why Travellers Book Varanasi to Gaya
The main reason is pind-daan at the Vishnupad Temple, which spikes sharply during Pitru Paksha; Gaya also doubles as the gateway to Bodh Gaya. At 5.5–6 hours each way, a same-day return needs a 4–5 am start, while most families prefer an overnight halt to combine rituals with a Bodh Gaya visit.
Quick Facts: Varanasi to Gaya Fare, Time & Route
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Distance | 250-255 km (one-way) |
| Drive Time | 5-6 hr | 6+ hr at peak |
| Route / Highway | NH-19 -> Daffi -> Mohania -> Sasaram -> Aurangabad -> Dobhi (NH-19 + NH-120/22) |
| Best Departure | 5-7 am |
| Tolls | Cars cross 4–5 plazas (Daffi, Mohania, Sasaram, Aurangabad/Sherghati, Dobhi) for about ₹400–500 in tolls one-way. |
| State Tax | Extra as applicable (Bihar) |
| Cheapest AC option | Swift Dzire from ₹4,813 one-way |
| Luggage | No restrictions (SUV/Tempo for bulky bags) |
Varanasi to Gaya Taxi & Cab Fare — Full Rate Card
Here is the complete Varanasi to Gaya 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 | ₹4,813 | ₹6,602 |
| Maruti Ertiga | 6 | Families of 5-6 with luggage; comfortable mid SUV | ₹6,678 | ₹8,316 |
| Toyota Innova | 7 | Larger families & long outstation trips; proven reliability | ₹7,434 | ₹9,324 |
| Toyota Innova Crysta | 7 | Premium comfort for family or business travel | ₹8,442 | ₹10,836 |
| Tempo Traveller (12 Seater) | 12 | Group tours & pilgrimages up to 12 passengers | ₹11,844 | ₹13,608 |
| Tempo Traveller (17 Seater) | 17 | Larger groups & extended family pilgrimages | ₹12,852 | ₹15,624 |
| Tempo Traveller (26 Seater) | 26 | Large tour groups & corporate/temple trips | ₹14,616 | ₹17,640 |
| Force Urbania | 13 | Luxury group travel with premium reclining seats | ₹16,380 | ₹18,648 |
Bihar tax: Bihar entry + green tax for a private car is about ₹200–250 one-way at the UP–Bihar border, so total toll + tax runs ~₹600–750.
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 Varanasi to Gaya
Not sure which car fits? Here is what each option costs on this route and who it suits best.
Varanasi to Gaya in a Swift Dzire — 4-seater (Couples & small families; most economical AC sedan)
- Fare on this route: ₹4,813 one-way · ₹6,602 round-trip
- Capacity: 4 passengers · 2 bags · AC
- Who should pick this: Couples & small families; most economical AC sedan
Varanasi to Gaya in a Maruti Ertiga — 6-seater (Families of 5-6 with luggage; comfortable mid SUV)
- Fare on this route: ₹6,678 one-way · ₹8,316 round-trip
- Capacity: 6 passengers · 3 bags · AC
- Who should pick this: Families of 5-6 with luggage; comfortable mid SUV
Varanasi to Gaya in a Toyota Innova — 7-seater (Larger families & long outstation trips; proven reliability)
- Fare on this route: ₹7,434 one-way · ₹9,324 round-trip
- Capacity: 7 passengers · 4 bags · AC
- Who should pick this: Larger families & long outstation trips; proven reliability
Varanasi to Gaya in a Toyota Innova Crysta — 7-seater (Premium comfort for family or business travel)
- Fare on this route: ₹8,442 one-way · ₹10,836 round-trip
- Capacity: 7 passengers · 4 bags · AC
- Who should pick this: Premium comfort for family or business travel
Varanasi to Gaya in a Tempo Traveller (12 Seater) — 12-seater (Group tours & pilgrimages up to 12 passengers)
- Fare on this route: ₹11,844 one-way · ₹13,608 round-trip
- Capacity: 12 passengers · 12 bags · AC
- Who should pick this: Group tours & pilgrimages up to 12 passengers
Varanasi to Gaya in a Tempo Traveller (17 Seater) — 17-seater (Larger groups & extended family pilgrimages)
- Fare on this route: ₹12,852 one-way · ₹15,624 round-trip
- Capacity: 17 passengers · 17 bags · AC
- Who should pick this: Larger groups & extended family pilgrimages
Varanasi to Gaya in a Tempo Traveller (26 Seater) — 26-seater (Large tour groups & corporate/temple trips)
- Fare on this route: ₹14,616 one-way · ₹17,640 round-trip
- Capacity: 26 passengers · 26 bags · AC
- Who should pick this: Large tour groups & corporate/temple trips
Varanasi to Gaya in a Force Urbania — 13-seater (Luxury group travel with premium reclining seats)
- Fare on this route: ₹16,380 one-way · ₹18,648 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 Varanasi to Gaya?
- One-way (from ₹4,813 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 Gaya.
- Round-trip (from ₹6,602) is best for a same-day visit or when you want the same car and driver waiting for your return.
We offer genuine Varanasi to Gaya one-way drops — you are not forced to pay for an empty return leg.
What's Included in Your Varanasi to Gaya 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
Varanasi to Gaya Route: Roads, Stops & Landmarks
The usual route is NH-19 -> Daffi -> Mohania -> Sasaram -> Aurangabad -> Dobhi (NH-19 + NH-120/22).
Good places to stop on the Varanasi to Gaya route:
- Sarnath (10 km, first stop)
- Dehri-on-Sone (SH-87 riverbank)
- Bodh Gaya (~13 km, Mahabodhi)
Best Time to Leave Varanasi for Gaya
The ideal departure is 5-7 am to stay ahead of traffic. Typical drive time is 5-6 hr, rising to 6+ hr during peak/festival days.
Watch these slow stretches:
- Toll/truck traffic at Mohania, Sasaram, Aurangabad
- Gaya Jn/Vishnupad in Pitru-paksha
Varanasi to Gaya: Pickup in Varanasi & Arrival in Gaya
For your Varanasi to Gaya trip we pick you up anywhere in Varanasi — your hotel, guesthouse or the place you are staying, or the exact address you share with us on a call. Common Varanasi pickup points:
- Varanasi Junction (Cantt)
- Banaras station (Manduadih)
- DDU / Mughalsarai Junction
- Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport (Babatpur)
- your Varanasi hotel or ghat-side guesthouse
In Gaya we drop you right at what you came for:
- Vishnupad Temple
- Bodh Gaya (Mahabodhi)
Varanasi to Gaya 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 Gaya round-trip (Dzire) | ₹6,602 | Varies + surge | 30-50% more |
Why Book Varanasi to Gaya 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 Varanasi to Gaya
Rated 4.9/5 by 72 verified travellers on this route.
★★★★★
"Very smooth Gaya trip. Our Innova Crysta driver knew the route well and drove safely. Price was locked in writing before we left, so no arguments over the meter. Would book again."
— Priya M., Aug 2025
★★★★★
"Booked a Ertiga from Varanasi to Gaya. Driver reached the hotel on time, car was clean and AC worked well the whole way. The fare was fixed on WhatsApp beforehand — exactly what I paid, no toll surprises at the end."
— Arjun M., Oct 2025
★★★★★
"Did a one-way drop to Gaya. Straightforward booking on WhatsApp, driver was on time and the final amount matched the quote exactly. Recommended for outstation."
— Rahul S., Nov 2025
Book Your Varanasi to Gaya 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 Gaya
Pind-daan at Vishnupad Temple + access to Bodh Gaya (Mahabodhi, Buddhist circuit).
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the Varanasi to Gaya taxi / cab fare?
The Varanasi to Gaya fare is about ₹4,813 one-way and ₹6,602 round-trip in an AC Swift Dzire. An Innova is from ₹9,324 round-trip and a 12-seater Tempo Traveller from ₹13,608 round-trip. The fare is fixed and already includes fuel, tolls and the driver.
Is toll included in the Varanasi to Gaya fare?
Yes — our quote includes an estimate for highway tolls. Cars cross 4–5 plazas (Daffi, Mohania, Sasaram, Aurangabad/Sherghati, Dobhi) for about ₹400–500 in tolls one-way. Bihar entry + green tax for a private car is about ₹200–250 one-way at the UP–Bihar border, so total toll + tax runs ~₹600–750.
Is the Varanasi to Gaya 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 Varanasi to Gaya 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 ₹9,324 round-trip.
What is the Varanasi to Gaya distance and travel time?
Varanasi to Gaya is about 250-255 km, with a typical drive time of 5-6 hr (up to 6+ hr at peak).
Do you provide AC cars for Varanasi to Gaya?
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 Varanasi to Gaya one-way drops?
Yes, a Varanasi to Gaya one-way drop is available (Dzire from ₹4,813). One-way is the cheaper option when you don't need the car to return.
How do I book a Varanasi to Gaya taxi?
Message +91 99354 74730 on WhatsApp with your date, number of passengers and preferred vehicle — you get a fixed fare back instantly.