Wondering what special about the Kaal Bhairav Mandir in Varanasi? The supremacy and authority this temple holds in Kashi can be experienced only by visiting, which can’t be described in words.
We Chiku Cab has helped thousands of visitors to safely reach the temple direct from the airport and seek the blessings of Kaal Bhairav or Kotval of Varanasi. We have served more than 6000+ satisfied customers in result having 4.8 rating on Google.
Exploring Kashi is not easy as it looks, lanes here are narrow, confusing and interlinked with so many different routes. One wrong lane will take you to a totally different or opposite area.
One should have local guidance with them, especially for the first time visitors. Our Taxi driver works as Kaal bhairav temple guide for you and will guide you at every point while darshan and exploring the temple.

Here is a detail Guide for you, that how will you explore the The Kaal Bhairav Mandir in Varanasi:
- Famous Aartis
- Entry fees
- Aarti Tickets
- Location
- Favourable time
- VIP Tickets
Why To Worship Kaal Bhairav?

Kaal Bhairav is a deity of Masan. We know him as a fierce energy of Lord Shiva born from his anger, but Kashi Kaal Bhairav has a softness and sense of authoritativeness even in his appearance.
Kaal is the protecting guardian of Kashi Bhumi, without his blessing nobody comes here. You are already blessed by him even if you don’t worship him, if you are coming to visit Kashi and Kaal Bhairav in Kashi.
Mahadev himself hand-over him the safety and control of Kashi in the hands of Kaal Bhairav.
What is Bhairav Tattva?
Bhairav tattva itself is the supreme deity of Kaliyuga, that crushes ego he is the only deity who will come to save you even if you don’t know the method to worship him.
You have surely heard from someone’s mouth that kaal Bhairav is a Ugra devta. And one should never worship him, he is not for normal human beings.
But the truth is, not what they say, Kaal Bhairav is not an ordinary deity , he is just opposite of what the definition of divine deities our society gave to us. In Hindu Dharma Brahma Hatya is Mahapatakas means the greatest sins in Hindu Dharma.
But some stories of Kaal Bhairava say that as soon as the form of Kaal Bhairava was manifested, he cut-off one of the heads of Brahma deva.
The tatva Bhairav shows that he is the supreme power and in this story The Brahma is our self ego, the maya and the greed we all have in this Mritu lok.
Kaal Bhairava Temple Location

Kaal bhairav Mandir is located near Visheshwarganj in Kashi gali. There are two ways you can reach to the Mahakal Mandir first from Kashi Vishwanath and second from Hartirath road.
Kaala Bhairava Scheduled- Aarti , Pooja time Charts:
- Temple Opening and Closing Time
| Particular | Time |
| Opening Time | 5:00 AM |
| Afternoon Break | 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM |
| Evening Reopen | 1:30 PM |
| Closing Time | 9:30 PM |
- Aarti Timing Chart:
| Aarti Name | Timing |
| Mangala Aarti | 5:30 AM |
| Bhog Aarti | 11:30 AM |
| Sandhya Aarti | 6:30 PM |
| Shayan Aarti | 8:30 PM |
Note:- There are no Entry fees as well as no Aarti fees in Kaal Bhairava Mandir.
- VIP Ticket / Booking System
| Facility | Status |
| VIP Darshan Ticket | Not Available |
| Online Booking | Not Available |
| Entry System | First-come, First Serve |
- Pooja / Darshan System
| Type | Detail |
| General Darshan | Free Walk-in |
| Special Pooja | Done through local pandits |
| Festival Pooja | Special on Ashtami, Mahashivratri |
| Best Day | Sunday & Tuesday |
Note:- Ashtami’s & Sundays are the most crowded.
- Bhog / Pooja Items
| Offerings | Importance |
| Mustard Oil | Main offering to Bhairav Baba |
| Black sesame | For Protection & Peace |
| Red Flower | Standard Pooja |
| Liquor | Unique offering to Baba |
| Bhairav Raksha Sutra | Protection Thread |
| Coconut | Believed to Auspicious |
Note:- You can Purchase these things from the Outside shop of Temple.
Best Time Of The Day To Visit Kaal Bhairav Temple:
| Time Slot | Crowd Level | Experience | Recommend-ation |
| 5:00am-7:30am | Low | Peace, Spiritual environment | Best-Time |
| 7:30am-10:30 | Medium | Normal Darshan | Okay |
| 10:30am-1:00pm | Very High | Long-Line,Very crowded | Avoid |
| 1:30pm-5:30pm | Medium | Medium line | Okay |
| 6:00pm-8:00pm | High | Highly crowded but Intense spiritual environment due to Sandhya Aarti | Crowded but,But recomm-ended |
| 8:00pm-9:30pm | Medium | Peaceful environment | Good |
Best Day, Time & Season To Visit Kaal Bhairav Temple:
| Factor | Best Choice |
| Best Time Of Day | Early Morning 5 to 7 AM |
| Best Day | Weekdays |
| Best Season | Winter ( Oct – Mar ) |
Kaal Bhairav Mandir Route from Varanasi airport to Kaal Bhairav Mandir:

- NH31 to Kaal Bhairav Mandir is the fastest.
- Panchkoshi to Kaal Bhairav Mandir is a peaceful drive.
- Shivpur to Kaal Bhairav Mandir and Ring road to Kaal Bhairav mandir route is suggested in peak hours.
Visit other Astha Bhairav Mandirs:
- Batuk Bhairav Temple
- Unmatta Bhairav Temple
- Krodhan Bhairav Temple
- Ruru Bhairav Temple
- Asitanga Bhairav Temple
- Bhishan Bhairav Temple
- Samhara Bhairav Temple
Tips to Travel conveniently-
- Start before sunrise
- Wear comfortable shoes
- Have a small denomination notes and coins for offering
- Dress modesty
- Don’t bring your phone while visiting these temples
- If necessity to bring phone then use mandirs official lockers
Kaal Bhairav Darshan Taxi Service:
This was the ultimate guide by Chiku Cab of Kaal Bhairav and Astha Bhairav Temples in Varanasi, so now you are pretty much aware of the history , belief, distance and travel time related to kaal Bhairava Mandir.
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Now Let’s discuss the Taxi Fare from Airport to Kaal Bhairav Mandir.
Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport To Kaal Bhairav Mandir:-
If you are a visitor from another state and you want to directly go to the Mahakal temple than Kashi Viashwanath Corridor then you can simply book a cab From Chiku Cab And we will directly Went to the temple. As our drivers are local they know all the steps and procedures of the darshan.
| City | Airport | Distance | Time | Cab-Fare | Book-now |
Varanasi | Lal Bahadur ShastriInternation-al airport | 24 km | 30 to 28 mins | ₹200 to ₹450 | Call / App |
Kaal Bhairav Mandir to Major Ghats – Distance, Time & Fare:
| Name OfGhat | Distance | Duration | Taxi Fare | Book Now |
| Dashashw-amedhGhat | 2.5 km | 10-15 min | ₹80-150 | Call / App |
| Assi Ghat | 5.5 km | 20-30 min | ₹120-250 | Call / App |
| Manikarnika Ghat | 2 km | 10-15 min | ₹70-140 | Call / App |
| Harishcha-ndraGhat | 4 km | 15-25 min | ₹100-200 | Call / App |
| Panchgan-ga Ghat | 1.5 km | 5-10 min | ₹60-120 | Call / App |
| Kedar Ghat | 3.5 km | 15-20 min | ₹90-180 | Call / App |
| Tulsi Ghat | 5 km | 20-25 min | ₹120-240 | Call / App |
FAQS
What offerings are made at Kaal Bhairav Temple?
Rather than just sweets and basic flowers , devotees offer Vada , dahi vada and jaggery to Kaal Bhairav temple.
Is Photography allowed inside Kaal Bhairav Temple?
Photography is generally not allowed inside the Garvgreh , so it’s best to respect the temple rules and focus on the Darshan.
Do I need to visit Kaal Bhairav Temple before starting the Astha Bhairav Yatra?
Yes, traditionally devotees begin their yatra at Kaal Bhairav Temple , as he is considered as guardian of the kashi and grants permission for the journey.
What is the best way to reach Kaal Bhairav Mandir from the Airport?
Book your intercity cab with Chiku cab, you will reach Kaal Bhairav Mandir on -time and safely.
Is there any entry fees or tickets required for Darshan?
Any entry ticket or fees is not required for Mandir darshans.
Can all eight Bhairav temples be covered in one day?
Yes, with an early start and well planned route will help you to complete the Astha Bhairav Yatra in one day.
What is the best time of day to start the Bhairav Yatra?
Early morning, around sunrise, is ideal as the temples are less crowded and the overall experience feels more spiritual.
Are ashta Bhairav temples far from each other?
Most temples are located within the city, but a few are spread across different areas, so using an auto or e-ricksaw helps save time.
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