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Bodhgaya to Varanasi Cab & Tempo Traveller Service

Bodhgaya to Varanasi Cab & Tempo Traveller Service

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Distance

260 km

Travel Time

5.5 to 6 hours

Route

NH-19 via Sasaram and Gaya

260 km, 5.5–6 hours via NH-19 through Sasaram — the same corridor as the outbound Varanasi–Bodhgaya route, reversed. Swift Dzire from ₹11/km, tempo traveller from ₹24/km. The natural return leg after Mahabodhi Temple, on to Sarnath and Kashi Vishwanath.

The Bodhgaya (and Gaya) to Varanasi road journey retraces the 260 km NH-19 corridor used on the outbound trip, in reverse — via Sasaram, typically 5.5–6 hours. It is the natural return leg for Buddhist-circuit pilgrims who complete Mahabodhi Temple and the Bodhi Tree in Bodhgaya and continue on to Varanasi for Sarnath — where Buddha gave his first sermon — and Kashi Vishwanath Temple. Fares are per-km on the same fleet used on the outbound trip — Swift Dzire, Innova Crysta, tempo traveller, and Maharaja Urbania. One-way, round-trip, and combined Bodhgaya + Sarnath + Varanasi itineraries are all available.
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Trip Highlights

  • Sarnath — where Buddha gave his first sermon
  • Kashi Vishwanath Temple darshan on arrival
  • Evening Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat
  • Boat ride on the Ganges
  • Optional Sasaram (Sher Shah Suri's tomb) stop en route
  • Driver familiar with the Mahabodhi–Varanasi route both ways

Stops Along the Way

  1. 1

    Gaya

    Optional Vishnupad Temple stop for pind-daan pilgrims, 15 km from Bodhgaya.

  2. 2

    Aurangabad

    Lunch break recommended. Highway dhabas with vegetarian/non-veg options.

  3. 3

    Sasaram

    Sher Shah Suri's tomb — Mughal-era octagonal mausoleum in a lake. 30-min photo stop.

  4. 4

    Varanasi

    Sarnath, Kashi Vishwanath Temple, the ghats, and the evening Ganga Aarti — arrival point.

Fares by Vehicle

VehicleCapacityOne-WayRound Trip
Swift Dzire (4-seater)1–4 paxFrom ₹11/kmFrom ₹11/km
Innova Crysta (6-seater)1–6 paxFrom ₹16/kmFrom ₹16/km
Tempo Traveller 12-seater6–12 paxFrom ₹24/kmFrom ₹24/km
Tempo Traveller 17-seater12–17 paxFrom ₹23/kmFrom ₹23/km
Maharaja Urbania (luxury)1–9 paxFrom ₹37/kmFrom ₹37/km

* Fares exclude driver allowance, tolls, parking, and 5% GST. Round-trip rates assume single-day return.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Varanasi from Bodhgaya by road?
Bodhgaya to Varanasi is approximately 260 km via NH-19 — the same corridor as the outbound route, reversed. Travel time is 5.5–6 hours, passing Gaya, Aurangabad, and Sasaram.
How much does a traveller from Bodhgaya to Varanasi cost?
Fares are per-km: Swift Dzire from ₹11/km, Innova Crysta from ₹16/km, 12-seater tempo traveller from ₹24/km, 17-seater from ₹23/km, Maharaja Urbania from ₹37/km. The total depends on distance driven; driver allowance, tolls, and 5% GST are billed separately. WhatsApp +91 92503 31290 for an exact quote.
Can I book a Gaya to Varanasi cab one-way?
Yes — one-way, round-trip, and multi-day combined itineraries (Bodhgaya + Sarnath + Varanasi) are all available. Tempo traveller is the most-booked vehicle for Buddhist-circuit pilgrim groups making this return leg.
What can I see in Varanasi after arriving from Bodhgaya?
Sarnath — 12 km from central Varanasi, where Buddha gave his first sermon — pairs naturally with a Bodhgaya trip. Kashi Vishwanath Temple, the ghats, and the evening Ganga Aarti round out the visit.
Is the Bodhgaya to Varanasi route the same as Varanasi to Bodhgaya?
Yes — Bodhgaya to Varanasi uses the identical NH-19 corridor via Sasaram, just in the reverse direction. The distance and drive time are the same both ways.

Multi-Day Tour Packages on This Route

5 to 9 days

Buddhist Circuit Tour

₹8,000 onwards / person

3 to 5 days

Varanasi–Gaya–Prayagraj Tour

₹6,000 onwards / person

7 to 14 days

Complete Pilgrimage Tour Package

₹12,000 onwards / person

Starting From

From ₹11/km

excl. driver allowance, tolls, GST

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  • Since 1993 — 33 years on this route
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