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Varanasi to Patna Taxi & Cab Fare 2026: ₹5,081+ (Dzire → Tempo Traveller)
Planning a trip from Varanasi to Patna? Here are the car-wise Varanasi to Patna 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 capital-city visits, gaya/bodhgaya+patna circuits, work/exams/medical.
🚕 Fare snapshot: Varanasi to Patna by AC Swift Dzire is ₹5,081 one-way and ₹6,969 round-trip, covering 255-278 km (route-dependent) in about 5.5-6.5 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 Patna taxi service page. This page is the car-wise fare and rate card for the same route.
Why Travellers Book Varanasi to Patna
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: Varanasi to Patna Fare, Time & Route
| 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) |
Varanasi to Patna Taxi & Cab Fare — Full Rate Card
Here is the complete Varanasi to Patna 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 | ₹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 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 Patna
Not sure which car fits? Here is what each option costs on this route and who it suits best.
Varanasi to Patna in a Swift Dzire — 4-seater (Couples & small families; most economical AC sedan)
- Fare on this route: ₹5,081 one-way · ₹6,969 round-trip
- Capacity: 4 passengers · 2 bags · AC
- Who should pick this: Couples & small families; most economical AC sedan
Varanasi to Patna in a Maruti Ertiga — 6-seater (Families of 5-6 with luggage; comfortable mid SUV)
- Fare on this route: ₹7,049 one-way · ₹8,778 round-trip
- Capacity: 6 passengers · 3 bags · AC
- Who should pick this: Families of 5-6 with luggage; comfortable mid SUV
Varanasi to Patna in a Toyota Innova — 7-seater (Larger families & long outstation trips; proven reliability)
- Fare on this route: ₹7,847 one-way · ₹9,842 round-trip
- Capacity: 7 passengers · 4 bags · AC
- Who should pick this: Larger families & long outstation trips; proven reliability
Varanasi to Patna in a Toyota Innova Crysta — 7-seater (Premium comfort for family or business travel)
- Fare on this route: ₹8,911 one-way · ₹11,438 round-trip
- Capacity: 7 passengers · 4 bags · AC
- Who should pick this: Premium comfort for family or business travel
Varanasi to Patna in a Tempo Traveller (12 Seater) — 12-seater (Group tours & pilgrimages up to 12 passengers)
- Fare on this route: ₹12,502 one-way · ₹14,364 round-trip
- Capacity: 12 passengers · 12 bags · AC
- Who should pick this: Group tours & pilgrimages up to 12 passengers
Varanasi to Patna in a Tempo Traveller (17 Seater) — 17-seater (Larger groups & extended family pilgrimages)
- Fare on this route: ₹13,566 one-way · ₹16,492 round-trip
- Capacity: 17 passengers · 17 bags · AC
- Who should pick this: Larger groups & extended family pilgrimages
Varanasi to Patna in a Tempo Traveller (26 Seater) — 26-seater (Large tour groups & corporate/temple trips)
- Fare on this route: ₹15,428 one-way · ₹18,620 round-trip
- Capacity: 26 passengers · 26 bags · AC
- Who should pick this: Large tour groups & corporate/temple trips
Varanasi to Patna in a Force Urbania — 13-seater (Luxury group travel with premium reclining seats)
- Fare on this route: ₹17,290 one-way · ₹19,684 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 Patna?
- One-way (from ₹5,081 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 Patna.
- Round-trip (from ₹6,969) 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 Patna one-way drops — you are not forced to pay for an empty return leg.
What's Included in Your Varanasi to Patna 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 Patna Route: Roads, Stops & Landmarks
The usual route is GT Rd/NH-922/NH-30/NH-139 via Buxar.
Good places to stop on the Varanasi to Patna route:
- GT Road dhabas via Buxar / Ara
- Koilwar bridge over the Sone (photo stop)
Best Time to Leave Varanasi for Patna
The ideal departure is 5-7 am to stay ahead of traffic. Typical drive time is 5.5-6.5 hr, rising to 7+ hr during peak/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
Varanasi to Patna 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 Patna round-trip (Dzire) | ₹6,969 | Varies + surge | 30-50% more |
Why Book Varanasi to Patna 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 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 Your Varanasi to Patna 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 Patna
Capital-city visits, Gaya/Bodhgaya+Patna circuits, work/exams/medical.
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.
What is the Varanasi to Patna distance and travel time?
Varanasi to Patna is about 255-278 km (route-dependent), with a typical drive time of 5.5-6.5 hr (up to 7+ hr at peak).
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.