Varanasi Cantt Station Taxi Fare & BSB Cab

Varanasi Cantt Station Taxi Service & BSB Railway Cab Booking (2026)

TL;DR: For a Varanasi Junction (Cantt - BSB) taxi, share your train details, destination, passengers and luggage with dispatch. Confirm the route fare, vehicle, practical meeting point and waiting terms before travel. Current sedan route fares: Godowlia ₹790, Assi Ghat ₹850, Sarnath ₹950 and Babatpur Airport ₹890. Call +91 99354 74730 or message on WhatsApp.

Varanasi Junction (Cantt) can be busy, particularly during peak arrival times. Request a Kashi Taxi quote before arrival. Confirm the vehicle, fare, meeting point and any waiting terms with dispatch.

Varanasi Cantt Taxi Fares (2026)

For station transfers, confirm the route, vehicle and final fare with dispatch before travel:

• Godowlia / Kashi Vishwanath: Current sedan route fare is ₹790. Confirm the final fare for your date and exact drop point with dispatch.
• Before you travel: Ask dispatch to confirm the station meeting point, train-status tracking availability, waiting terms, parking costs and luggage fit for your booking.
• Major City Drops: Assi Ghat / BHU ₹850 (SUV ₹1,150), Sarnath ₹950 (SUV ₹1,250), Babatpur Airport ₹890 (SUV ₹1,299).
• Request a quote: WhatsApp or call +91 99354 74730 with your train number or PNR, destination and luggage details.

Auto-Rickshaw Fare vs. AC Private Cab to Kashi Vishwanath

Many passengers step off at Varanasi Junction and wonder about the auto fare to Kashi Vishwanath Temple or Godowlia:

Transport Option	Typical Fare	Capacity & Luggage	Comfort & Coordination	Best For
Shared Auto-Rickshaw	₹30–₹50 per seat	6–8 crowded passengers, no boot space	High dust/heat; drops 1–1.5 km away at Godowlia barrier	Solo backpackers with light hand luggage
Reserved Auto-Rickshaw	₹150–₹250 per trip	Up to 3 passengers with 1–2 small bags	Open to traffic noise; fare and drop arrangements can vary; agree on both before departure	Short trips without heavy luggage
Self-Drive Scooty / Bike	₹550 per calendar day	Up to 2 riders with backpacks	Maximum independent mobility; 1 helmet included	Solo travelers & couples wanting total city freedom
Kashi Taxi AC Sedan	₹790 route fare	Ask dispatch to confirm passenger and luggage capacity	Private vehicle; confirm meeting point and trip terms before travel	Families or passengers preferring a private car

Compare the total fare, passenger and luggage capacity, drop point, and any transfer or waiting terms before choosing a vehicle.

[!TIP] Prefer Two-Wheeler Freedom? If you are traveling light, you can rent a scooty or bike near Varanasi Cantt Railway Station from ₹550 per calendar day. A ₹2,000 refundable deposit applies; delivery or collection is ₹100 per leg. Confirm the handoff point and helmet arrangement when booking.

Varanasi Cantt Station Taxi Fares & Transfer Hubs (2026)

Destination	Distance	Drive time (peak / early)	Sedan Fare (Dzire)	SUV Fare (Ertiga)	Key Drop Point
Kashi Vishwanath / Godowlia	4.5 km	25–40 min / 15 min	₹790	₹1,050	Maidagin or Godowlia Crossing (e-rickshaw to temple)
Assi Ghat / Lanka / BHU	6 km	30–45 min / 20 min	₹850	₹1,150	Assi Ghat vehicle barrier / BHU Main Gate
Sarnath Buddhist Circuit	9 km	35–50 min / 25 min	₹950	₹1,250	Dhamek Stupa / Tibetan Monastery parking
Varanasi Airport (Babatpur - VNS)	22 km	35–50 min / 30 min	₹890	₹1,299	Terminal 1 departures drop-off lane
Ramnagar Fort	14 km	45–60 min / 35 min	Quote on request	Quote on request	Confirm the practical drop point

The listed amounts are route fares. Confirm the quote, parking costs, waiting terms and luggage capacity for your trip with dispatch.

Which Varanasi Railway Station Is Your Train At? (Station Code Check)

Varanasi has three major railway hubs within 20 km of each other. Verify the 3-letter station code printed on your IRCTC ticket before leaving the station:

Station Name	Station Code	Key Trains Handled	Pickup Location	Fixed Sedan Fare to Godowlia
Varanasi Junction (Cantt)	BSB	Vande Bharat, Shiv Ganga, Poorva Express	Confirm with dispatch	₹790
Banaras Railway Station	BSBS	Manduadih Express, Kashi Vishwanath Exp	Confirm with dispatch	₹790
Pt. Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction	DDU	Rajdhani, Howrah Mail, Sealdah Express	Confirm with dispatch	₹1,200

If your ticket shows BSBS or DDU, tell dispatch the station code when requesting a quote so the pickup can be planned for the correct station. For a comprehensive overview of taxi transfers, tariffs, and platform layouts across all four Varanasi terminals, see our master guide: Varanasi Railway Station Taxi Service (All 4 Stations).

How our station pickup works

• Share train details: Send your train number or PNR when requesting a quote. Ask whether live arrival tracking is available for your booking.
• Driver details: Ask dispatch when driver and vehicle details will be shared for your booking.
• The meeting point: Confirm a practical station exit or meeting point with dispatch for your train, luggage and assigned vehicle. Do not assume that a car can enter the station or reach a particular platform gate.
• Luggage: Share the number and type of bags in advance and confirm vehicle capacity and any assistance you need.

Avoiding taxi scams at Cantt Railway Station

• Confirm the full trip: Before accepting any ride, agree on the total fare, destination, drop point and whether another vehicle or transfer is involved.
• Check temple information independently: For opening hours or access restrictions, consult official temple information. Agree your destination and route with the driver before departure.
• Agree on the meeting point: Ask dispatch to send the station exit or meeting-point instructions for your booking.

Services available at Cantt Station

• Station to Hotel / Ghat: Share the exact address and confirm the practical drop point with dispatch.
• Sarnath visit: Ask dispatch for a quote that states route, waiting time and total fare.
• Late-night arrivals: Ask dispatch to confirm vehicle availability and the pickup arrangements for your requested arrival time.
• Airport transfer: Current sedan route fare to Babatpur Airport (VNS) is ₹890. Confirm the route, vehicle and final fare with dispatch.

Sample Cantt station fares (fixed, sedan)

Route	Est. time	Fixed Sedan Fare	Mid SUV (Ertiga)
Cantt → Godowlia (Dashashwamedh access point)	20–35 mins	₹790	₹1,050
Cantt → Assi / Lanka / BHU	25–40 mins	₹850	₹1,150
Cantt → Sarnath Buddhist Circuit	30–45 mins	₹950	₹1,250
Cantt → Airport (Babatpur - VNS)	35–50 mins	₹890	₹1,299

Ask dispatch to state any night, waiting or parking charges in the quote.

Safety first at the station

• Ask dispatch what driver and vehicle details can be provided for your booking.
• Confirm the destination and any planned stops before the trip begins.
• Ask whether live location sharing or dispatch support is available for your trip.

Book taxi for Cantt Station

• Call dispatch: +91 99354 74730
• WhatsApp booking: 💬 wa.me/+91 70545 49988
• Share your train details and ask dispatch to confirm the meeting point and pickup instructions.

Varanasi Cantt taxi FAQs

Where can I meet my taxi at Varanasi Cantt Railway Station?

Ask dispatch to confirm a practical meeting point for your train, exit, luggage and vehicle. Do not assume a pickup inside the station or at a particular platform gate; follow the location confirmed for your booking.

Can I share my PNR or train number when booking?

You can share your train number or PNR when requesting a quote. Ask dispatch whether live status tracking is available for your booking and confirm the pickup time and meeting point.

What happens if my train is delayed?

Waiting time and any related charge depend on the confirmed booking terms. Ask dispatch to confirm how train delays will be handled before travel.

What are the current taxi fares from Varanasi Cantt?

Current sedan route fares are ₹790 to Godowlia, ₹850 to Assi Ghat / Lanka / BHU, ₹950 to Sarnath and ₹890 to Babatpur Airport. Ertiga route fares are ₹1,050, ₹1,150, ₹1,250 and ₹1,299 respectively. Confirm the fare for your date and exact drop point with dispatch.

How do I know which Varanasi station my train arrives at?

Check your IRCTC ticket code: BSB is Varanasi Junction (Cantt), BSBS is Banaras Station (formerly Manduadih), and DDU is Pt. Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction (Mughalsarai). If your train arrives at BSBS or DDU, tell dispatch the station code and request a quote for that pickup.

How should I plan a late-night pickup at Cantt Station?

For a late-night arrival, share your train details and ask dispatch to confirm vehicle availability, driver contact details and the meeting point before travel. Share your trip plan with someone you trust.

Just Arrived? Plan Your Kashi Trip

Plan your onward travel from the station:

• 🛶 Sunrise / morning boat ride and evening Ganga Aarti boat ride on the Ganges.
• 🏨 Hotel booking in Varanasi — riverside and budget stays near the ghats.
• 🚕 Varanasi tour packages — complete 2/3/4-day itineraries covering Kashi Vishwanath, Sarnath and the ghats.
• 🛕 Same Day Varanasi Tour — 8-hour sightseeing cab package for ₹2,499.

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Arriving at a different station? See our complete guide to all 3 Varanasi railway stations — including Manduadih (MUV/BSBS) and Varanasi City (BCY) pickup details.