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Varanasi to Patna Taxi & Cab Fare 2026: from ₹5,081
Need a fixed Varanasi to Patna 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 Capital-city visits, Gaya/Bodhgaya+Patna circuits, and work/exams/medical.
Why travellers book this route
Trips are mostly capital-city visits — work, exams, medical — and Gaya/Bodhgaya + Patna circuits. The Koilwar bridge over the Sone is a natural photo and break point.
Quick facts: distance, time and fare
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Distance | 255-278 km (route-dependent) (one-way) |
| Drive Time | 5.5-6.5 hr | 7+ hr at peak |
| Route / Highway | GT Rd/NH-922/NH-30/NH-139 via Buxar |
| Best Departure | 5-7 am |
| Tolls | Cars cross the Bihar NH plazas (Mohania, Sasaram, Aurangabad belt) for about ₹400–500 in tolls one-way. |
| State Tax | Extra as applicable (Bihar) |
| Cheapest AC option | Swift Dzire from ₹5,081 one-way |
| Luggage | No restrictions (SUV/Tempo for bulky bags) |
Full rate card — Varanasi to Patna
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 | ₹5,081 | ₹6,969 |
| Maruti Ertiga | 6 | Families of 5-6 with luggage; comfortable mid SUV | ₹7,049 | ₹8,778 |
| Toyota Innova | 7 | Larger families & long outstation trips; proven reliability | ₹7,847 | ₹9,842 |
| Toyota Innova Crysta | 7 | Premium comfort for family or business travel | ₹8,911 | ₹11,438 |
| Tempo Traveller (12 Seater) | 12 | Group tours & pilgrimages up to 12 passengers | ₹12,502 | ₹14,364 |
| Tempo Traveller (17 Seater) | 17 | Larger groups & extended family pilgrimages | ₹13,566 | ₹16,492 |
| Tempo Traveller (26 Seater) | 26 | Large tour groups & corporate/temple trips | ₹15,428 | ₹18,620 |
| Force Urbania | 13 | Luxury group travel with premium reclining seats | ₹17,290 | ₹19,684 |
Bihar tax: Bihar entry + green tax for a car is ~₹200–250 at the border, so total toll + tax is roughly ₹600–750 one-way.
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 Patna 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 ₹5,081 one-way) | Lowest fixed fare on this route |
| 4–6 with luggage | Ertiga (from ₹7,049 one-way) | Extra seats without jumping to SUV prices |
| 5–7 on a longer drive | Innova / Crysta (from ₹7,847 one-way) | More comfort once the road is 4+ hours |
| 8–12 / pilgrimage group | Tempo Traveller 12 (from ₹12,502 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 ₹5,081 in a Dzire) — best when you do not need the car back, for example a station/airport drop or a stay in Patna.
- Round-trip (from ₹6,969) — 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 GT Rd/NH-922/NH-30/NH-139 via Buxar.
Useful stops along the way:
- GT Road dhabas via Buxar / Ara
- Koilwar bridge over the Sone (photo stop)
Best time to leave Varanasi for Patna
Leave around 5-7 am to stay ahead of traffic. Typical drive time is 5.5-6.5 hr, rising to 7+ hr during peak or festival days.
Watch these slow stretches:
- Bridge approaches near Ara/Koilwar
- Patna entries (Danapur, Gandhi Maidan) rush hr
Varanasi to Patna: Pickup in Varanasi & Arrival in Patna
For your Varanasi to Patna 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 Patna we drop you right at what you came for:
- Mahavir Mandir
- Takht Sri Patna Sahib
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 Patna round-trip (Dzire) | ₹6,969 | 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 Patna
Rated 4.6/5 by 37 verified travellers on this route.
★★★★★
"Very smooth Patna 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."
— Kavita P., Mar 2026
★★★★☆
"Booked a Swift Dzire from Varanasi to Patna. 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."
— Anjali T., Jan 2026
★★★★☆
"Needed an early-morning drop to Patna and they arranged it without any fuss. Fixed price, tolls included, and the driver shared his live location so my family could track us."
— Ramesh C., Jun 2026
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 Patna
Patna is a common day or overnight trip from Varanasi. Travellers usually come for Capital-city visits, Gaya/Bodhgaya+Patna circuits, and work/exams/medical. 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 Patna taxi / cab fare?
The Varanasi to Patna fare is about ₹5,081 one-way and ₹6,969 round-trip in an AC Swift Dzire. An Innova is from ₹9,842 round-trip and a 12-seater Tempo Traveller from ₹14,364 round-trip. The fare is fixed and already includes fuel, tolls and the driver.
Is toll included in the Varanasi to Patna fare?
Yes — our quote includes an estimate for highway tolls. Cars cross the Bihar NH plazas (Mohania, Sasaram, Aurangabad belt) for about ₹400–500 in tolls one-way. Bihar entry + green tax for a car is ~₹200–250 at the border, so total toll + tax is roughly ₹600–750 one-way.
Is the Varanasi to Patna 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 Patna 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 ₹9,842 round-trip.
Is the Varanasi to Patna 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 Patna?
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 Patna one-way drops?
Yes, a Varanasi to Patna one-way drop is available (Dzire from ₹5,081). One-way is the cheaper option when you don't need the car to return.
How do I book a Varanasi to Patna taxi?
Message +91 99354 74730 on WhatsApp with your date, number of passengers and preferred vehicle — you get a fixed fare back instantly.