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Varanasi to Chitrakoot Cab & Tempo Traveller Service

Varanasi to Chitrakoot Cab & Tempo Traveller Service

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Distance

260 km

Travel Time

5.5 to 6.5 hours

Route

NH-19 via Prayagraj and Karwi

260 km via Prayagraj. Where Rama, Sita, and Lakshman spent 11 of their 14 exile years. Kamadgiri parikrama, Sphatik Shila, Hanuman Dhara. Sacred Ramayana site.

Chitrakoot — straddling the Uttar Pradesh / Madhya Pradesh border — is where Lord Rama, Sita, and Lakshman spent eleven of their fourteen exile years. The 260 km journey from Varanasi takes about 5.5–6.5 hours via Prayagraj and Karwi. Chitrakoot is dotted with sacred sites: Kamadgiri (a 5-km circumambulation on the holy hill — possible by car), Sphatik Shila where Rama is said to have rested, the Gupt Godavari caves where the rivers flow underground, Hanuman Dhara on a high cliff, Sati Anasuya Ashram, and Ramghat on the Mandakini for boat rides. The 2-night Chitrakoot extension is one of the most spiritually rich segments of any Ramayana Circuit.
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Trip Highlights

  • Kamadgiri parikrama (5 km — doable by car)
  • Sphatik Shila — Rama's resting place
  • Gupt Godavari underground caves
  • Hanuman Dhara cliff temple
  • Sati Anasuya Ashram
  • Ramghat boat ride on Mandakini

Stops Along the Way

  1. 1

    Prayagraj

    Halfway point. Optional 1-hour Sangam stop for a tarpan or boat ride.

  2. 2

    Karwi

    Last major town before Chitrakoot. Refresh and fuel stop.

  3. 3

    Chitrakoot

    Multiple temples spread across 8–10 km. At least a full day needed for the parikrama.

Fares by Vehicle

VehicleCapacityRound Trip (drop costs the same)
Swift Dzire (4-seater)1–4 pax₹12,500
Innova Crysta (6-seater)1–6 pax₹15,500
Tempo Traveller 12-seater6–12 pax₹18,500
Tempo Traveller 17-seater12–17 pax₹22,500
Maharaja Urbania (luxury)1–9 pax₹28,500

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

Drop only, or ending in another city? Our vehicles are based in Varanasi, so the driver comes back empty and a drop costs the same as the round trip. Staying longer or adding stops is billed on the full loop back to Varanasi at the vehicle's per-km rate, with a 250 km/day minimum, plus driver allowance. That's why most groups make it a 2–3 day circuit. See the circuits.

Travelling as a group of ten or more? Compare the 12, 17, 20 and 26-seater on our tempo traveller in Varanasi page, with fares for every route.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Chitrakoot from Varanasi?
260 km via NH-19 through Prayagraj and Karwi. Travel time is 5.5–6.5 hours including stops. The route is divided highway as far as Prayagraj and narrower for the last stretch to Chitrakoot.
Is Chitrakoot in UP or Madhya Pradesh?
Both. The town is split — Chitrakoot Dham in UP, and Karwi-area Chitrakoot in MP. Most temples (Kamadgiri, Sphatik Shila, Ramghat) are within walking distance across the border. The cab does not need any inter-state permit.
Can the Kamadgiri parikrama be done in a car?
Yes — the full 5 km parikrama road circles the hill. Most pilgrims do it on foot (90 minutes) or by car (15 minutes). Elderly pilgrims and groups with children take the car option. Walking allows multiple temple stops along the way.
What is the best time to visit Chitrakoot?
October to March (cool weather). Diwali and Ram Navami (April) are the most spiritually significant — but very crowded. Avoid May–June (40°C+) and the monsoon (heavy rain on hill paths).
Are there hotels in Chitrakoot?
Yes — budget dharamshalas (₹500–₹1,500/night) are abundant. Mid-range hotels (₹2,500–₹4,500/night) are limited but available near Ramghat. We can pre-book based on your sect, family size, and budget.
Can I combine Chitrakoot with Ayodhya or Khajuraho?
Yes — Chitrakoot → Khajuraho is 175 km (4 hrs) and Chitrakoot → Ayodhya via Prayagraj is 380 km. Both combinations are popular multi-day pilgrim circuits. Pricing on request.

Multi-Day Tour Packages on This Route

4 to 7 days

Ramayana Circuit Tour

₹5,000 onwards / person

7 to 14 days

Complete Pilgrimage Tour Package

₹12,000 onwards / person

Starting From

₹12,500 round trip

excl. driver allowance, tolls, GST

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  • Since 1993 — 33 years on this route
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