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Varanasi to Gaya Taxi & Cab Fare 2026: from ₹4,813
Need a fixed Varanasi to Gaya taxi fare before you travel? Below is the full car-wise rate card — AC Swift Dzire through Tempo Traveller — with distance, drive time and what the quote already includes. Most people make this trip for Pind-daan at Vishnupad Temple + access to Bodh Gaya (Mahabodhi and Buddhist circuit).
Why travellers book this route
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: distance, time and fare
| 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) |
Full rate card — Varanasi to Gaya
Every fare below is fixed and includes fuel, driver and the highway toll estimate. Pick the car that fits your group; then message us with the date to lock the quote.
| 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 covers the leg you travel; round-trip includes the return. Overnight halts add a driver allowance of ₹400–₹500/night. Fares updated 2026.
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.
Which car should you book?
| Group | Best pick | Why |
|---|---|---|
| 1–3 travellers, light bags | Swift Dzire (from ₹4,813 one-way) | Lowest fixed fare on this route |
| 4–6 with luggage | Ertiga (from ₹6,678 one-way) | Extra seats without jumping to SUV prices |
| 5–7 on a longer drive | Innova / Crysta (from ₹7,434 one-way) | More comfort once the road is 4+ hours |
| 8–12 / pilgrimage group | Tempo Traveller 12 (from ₹11,844 one-way) | Keep the whole group in one vehicle |
| 13+ travellers | Tempo 17/26 or Urbania | Large families, corporate or temple groups |
Full prices sit in the rate card above — use this table only to match a car to your group.
One-way vs round-trip
- One-way (from ₹4,813 in a Dzire) — best when you do not need the car back, for example a station/airport drop or a stay in Gaya.
- Round-trip (from ₹6,602) — best for a same-day visit, or when you want the same driver waiting for the return leg.
Genuine one-way drops are available on this route — you are not forced to pay for an empty return.
What is included (and what is extra)
Included in your fixed fare:
- Fuel and driver charges
- Highway toll estimate
- AC for the full journey
- GST invoice on request
Charged only if you use them:
- Bihar entry/green tax (as applicable)
- Parking and entry tickets at attractions
- Overnight driver allowance (₹400–₹500/night)
- Extra sightseeing stops beyond the agreed route
Route, stops and landmarks
The usual highway is NH-19 -> Daffi -> Mohania -> Sasaram -> Aurangabad -> Dobhi (NH-19 + NH-120/22).
Useful stops along the way:
- Sarnath (10 km, first stop)
- Dehri-on-Sone (SH-87 riverbank)
- Bodh Gaya (~13 km, Mahabodhi)
Best time to leave Varanasi for Gaya
Leave around 5-7 am to stay ahead of traffic. Typical drive time is 5-6 hr, rising to 6+ hr during peak or 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)
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 with Kashi Taxi
- Serving Varanasi travellers since 1982 (Vinayak Travels)
- Verified local drivers (Hindi and English)
- Fixed fare confirmed on WhatsApp before you pay
- Live location sharing for your family
- Clean 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 in 3 steps
- Message us on WhatsApp with your date, pickup point, passenger count and preferred vehicle.
- Get a fixed fare back in minutes — no meter, no surge.
- Travel — your driver arrives on time and the price does not change.
About Gaya
Gaya is a common day or overnight trip from Varanasi. Travellers usually come for Pind-daan at Vishnupad Temple + access to Bodh Gaya (Mahabodhi and Buddhist circuit). Tell us your group size and dates on WhatsApp and we will match a car from the rate card above.
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.
Is the Varanasi to Gaya fare per car or per person?
Per car. The fare covers the whole vehicle — fuel, tolls and the driver — however many of you travel, up to the seat limit. A Dzire seats 4, an Ertiga 6 and an Innova 7, so a family sharing one car pays once, not per head.
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.