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Varanasi to Mughalsarai Taxi & Cab Fare 2026: ₹920+ (Dzire → Tempo Traveller)
Planning a trip from Varanasi to Mughalsarai? Here are the car-wise Varanasi to Mughalsarai 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 ddu junction - long-distance trains to all metros, major purvanchal hub.
🚕 Fare snapshot: Varanasi to Mughalsarai 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 Travellers Book Varanasi to Mughalsarai
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: Varanasi to Mughalsarai 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) |
Varanasi to Mughalsarai Taxi & Cab Fare — Full Rate Card
Here is the complete Varanasi to Mughalsarai 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 Varanasi to Mughalsarai
Not sure which car fits? Here is what each option costs on this route and who it suits best.
Varanasi to Mughalsarai 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
Varanasi to Mughalsarai 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
Varanasi to Mughalsarai 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
Varanasi to Mughalsarai 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
Varanasi to Mughalsarai 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
Varanasi to Mughalsarai 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
Varanasi to Mughalsarai 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
Varanasi to Mughalsarai 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 Varanasi to Mughalsarai?
- 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 Varanasi to Mughalsarai one-way drops — you are not forced to pay for an empty return leg.
What's Included in Your Varanasi to Mughalsarai 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
Varanasi to Mughalsarai Route: Roads, Stops & Landmarks
The usual route is GT Road / NH-19.
Good places to stop on the Varanasi to Mughalsarai route:
- GT Road eateries
Best Time to Leave Varanasi for Mughalsarai
The ideal departure is off-peak; 7-9 pm or 4-6 am to stay ahead of traffic. Typical drive time is 40-50 min, rising to 1-1.25 hr during peak/festival days.
Watch these slow stretches:
- City exit from Varanasi + DDU station approach
- rail-crossing slowdowns
Varanasi to Mughalsarai: Pickup in Varanasi & Arrival in Mughalsarai
For your Varanasi to Mughalsarai 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 Mughalsarai we drop you right at what you came for:
- Kashi Vishwanath Dham
- Sarnath
Varanasi to Mughalsarai 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 Varanasi to Mughalsarai 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 Mughalsarai
Rated 4.9/5 by 116 verified travellers on this route.
★★★★★
"Very smooth Mughalsarai 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."
— Farhan Q., Jan 2026
★★★★★
"Did a one-way drop to Mughalsarai. Straightforward booking on WhatsApp, driver was on time and the final amount matched the quote exactly. Recommended for outstation."
— Anjali T., Sept 2025
★★★★★
"Booked a Ertiga from Varanasi to Mughalsarai. 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."
— Shweta A., Dec 2025
Book Your Varanasi to Mughalsarai 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 Varanasi to Mughalsarai taxi / cab fare?
The Varanasi to Mughalsarai 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 Varanasi to Mughalsarai 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 Varanasi to Mughalsarai 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 Mughalsarai 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 Varanasi to Mughalsarai distance and travel time?
Varanasi to Mughalsarai 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 Varanasi to Mughalsarai?
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 Mughalsarai one-way drops?
Yes, a Varanasi to Mughalsarai 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 Varanasi to Mughalsarai taxi?
Message +91 99354 74730 on WhatsApp with your date, number of passengers and preferred vehicle — you get a fixed fare back instantly.