Ayodhya to Varanasi Car Rental with Driver (210 km)

Distance: About 210 km by road
Drive time: 4–4.5 hours one way
Pickup: Ayodhya
Destination: Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Trip type: One way, or stay over and return
Vehicles: Sedan, SUV, tempo traveller, coach

About the trip

Varanasi, also called Kashi, is one of the oldest living cities in the world and the most sacred place on the Ganga for Hindus. Pilgrims come for the ghats, the Kashi Vishwanath temple and the evening Ganga aarti, while others visit nearby Sarnath where the Buddha gave his first sermon. The road from Ayodhya runs south-east through Sultanpur and Jaunpur.

What to see in Varanasi

Dashashwamedh Ghat and Ganga aarti
Kashi Vishwanath Temple
Sunrise boat ride
Assi Ghat
Sarnath
Banaras Hindu University

On the road

The usual road is via Sultanpur and Jaunpur on NH 731 and NH 31. Leave by mid-morning to arrive in time for the evening aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat.

Choose your vehicle

SedanEtios, Dzire or similarUp to 4 guests

Airport runs, couples and small families on short trips.

SUVInnova Crysta6–7 guests

The usual pick for family trips, ghat roads and long days on the highway.

PremiumInnova Hycross, Fortuner4–6 guests

Extra room and comfort for special occasions and senior guests.

Tempo Traveller12 to 18 seatsGroups

Extended families, pilgrimage parties and office outings.

Mini coach & coach32 to 50 seatsLarge groups

Weddings, school trips and temple tours with a big party.

Every car is air-conditioned and comes with an experienced driver. Our quote is all-inclusive — fuel, tolls, parking, interstate permit and driver batta — and is confirmed in writing before you book.