The Varanasi–Gorakhpur corridor is one of eastern Uttar Pradesh’s most-travelled intercity routes, connecting the spiritual capital of India with the gateway city to Nepal and a major Buddhist pilgrimage hub.
- Road Distance: 212–226 km
- Travel Time: 4.5–6 Hours (approx.)
- Main Route: NH-31 / Azamgarh
- Fare Starting From: ₹3,325
- Vehicle Options: 8+ types
- Key Stops En Route: Jaunpur, Azamgarh
Note: All fares are one-way base fares and include driver allowance and toll (for one-way trips). GST @ 5% is additional. Night charges (₹250–₹500) apply for travel between 10 PM–5 AM. Fares effective as of May 2025.
Fare Details by Vehicle
1. Swift Dzire (Sedan | 4+1 Seater) — Most Popular
| Trip Type | Included KMs | Base Fare | Driver Charge | Toll Tax | GST (5%) | Total Estimate |
| One Way | 210 km | ₹3,325 | ₹250 | ₹375 | ₹166 | ~₹4,116 |
| Round Trip | 420 km | ₹10/km | ₹250/day | As Actual | 5% | ~₹4,100+ |
| One Way (AC Off) | 210 km | ₹2,990 | ₹250 | ₹375 | ₹149 | ~₹3,764 |
| Airport Pickup (LBS) | 221 km | ₹3,375 | ₹250 | ₹375 | ₹168 | ~₹4,168 |
Extra km rate: ₹12/km (one-way). Night charge: ₹250 extra.
2. Toyota Innova Crysta (Premium SUV | 6+1 Seater) — Premium Choice
| Trip Type | Included KMs | Base Fare | Driver Charge | Toll Tax | GST (5%) | Total Estimate |
| One Way | 210 km | ₹6,875 | ₹250 | ₹375 | ₹344 | ~₹7,844 |
| Round Trip | 420 km | ₹18/km | ₹250/day | As Actual | 5% | ~₹8,000+ |
| One Way (AC Off) | 210 km | ₹6,500 | ₹250 | ₹375 | ₹326 | ~₹7,451 |
| Airport Pickup (LBS) | 221 km | ₹6,925 | ₹250 | ₹375 | ₹346 | ~₹7,896 |
Extra km rate: ₹20/km. Night allowance: ₹300.
3. Maruti Ertiga (MPV | 6+1 Seater) — Best Value 7-Seater
| Trip Type | Included KMs | Base Fare | Driver Charge | Toll Tax | GST (5%) | Total Estimate |
| One Way (AC) | 210 km | ₹4,125 | ₹250 | ₹375 | ₹206 | ~₹4,956 |
| Round Trip | 420 km | ₹13/km | ₹250/day | As Actual | 5% | ~₹5,000+ |
| One Way (Non-AC) | 210 km | ₹3,780 | ₹250 | ₹375 | ₹189 | ~₹4,594 |
Extra km rate: ₹14/km (AC). Night charge: ₹250.
4. 12-Seater Tempo Traveller (Mini Coach | 12 Pax) — Group Travel
| Trip Type | Capacity | Base Fare (Approx.) | Driver Allowance | Total Estimate |
| One Way (AC) | 12 Pax | ₹9,000–₹10,500 | ₹500 | ~₹10,000–₹12,000 |
| Round Trip | 12 Pax | ₹22/km | ₹500/day | ₹10,500–₹13,000 |
| One Way (Non-AC) | 12 Pax | ₹7,500–₹9,000 | ₹500 | ~₹8,500–₹10,000 |
Night halt charge: ₹500. Per passenger cost: ₹830–₹1,000 one-way.
5. 17-Seater Tempo Traveller (Standard Coach | 17 Pax) — Mid-Size Group
| Trip Type | Capacity | Base Fare (Approx.) | Driver Allowance | Total Estimate |
| One Way (AC) | 17 Pax | ₹11,500–₹13,000 | ₹500 | ~₹12,500–₹14,500 |
| Round Trip | 17 Pax | ₹26/km | ₹500/day | ₹12,500–₹16,000 |
| One Way (Non-AC) | 17 Pax | ₹9,500–₹11,000 | ₹500 | ~₹10,500–₹12,000 |
Per passenger cost: as low as ₹735 one-way. Night charge: ₹500.
6. 20-Seater Tempo Traveller (Large Coach | 20 Pax) — Large Group
| Trip Type | Capacity | Base Fare (Approx.) | Driver Allowance | Total Estimate |
| One Way (AC) | 20 Pax | ₹13,500–₹15,500 | ₹500 | ~₹14,500–₹17,000 |
| Round Trip | 20 Pax | ₹30/km | ₹500/day | ₹14,500–₹19,000 |
| One Way (Non-AC) | 20 Pax | ₹11,000–₹13,000 | ₹500 | ~₹12,000–₹14,500 |
Per passenger cost: as low as ₹725 one-way for a group of 20.
7. Luxury Tempo Traveller (Premium Coach | 9–12 Pax) — Luxury
| Trip Type | Capacity | Base Fare (Approx.) | Driver Allowance | Total Estimate |
| One Way | 9–12 Pax | ₹14,000–₹17,000 | ₹500 | ~₹15,000–₹18,500 |
| Round Trip | 9–12 Pax | ₹32–₹38/km | ₹500/day | ₹15,500–₹20,000 |
Features: Recliner seats, LCD TV, mini-fridge, curtains, premium AC. Night charge: ₹500.
8. Force Urbania Van (Premium Van | 13–17 Pax) — New & Trending
| Trip Type | Capacity | Base Fare (Approx.) | Driver Allowance | Total Estimate |
| One Way | 13 Pax | ₹14,500–₹17,000 | ₹500 | ~₹16,000–₹19,000 |
| One Way | 17 Pax | ₹17,000–₹20,000 | ₹500 | ~₹18,500–₹22,000 |
| Round Trip | 13–17 Pax | ₹34–₹42/km | ₹500/day | ₹18,000–₹25,000 |
Features: Aircraft-style individual seats, panoramic windows, per-seat AC vents, USB charging, flat floor, large luggage bay.
9. Minibus (Coach | 25–35 Pax) — Large Groups
| Trip Type | Capacity | Base Fare (Approx.) | Driver Allowance | Total Estimate |
| One Way (AC) | 25–27 Pax | ₹17,000–₹20,000 | ₹600 | ~₹18,500–₹22,000 |
| One Way (AC) | 32–35 Pax | ₹22,000–₹26,000 | ₹600 | ~₹24,000–₹28,500 |
| Round Trip | 25–35 Pax | ₹40–₹55/km | ₹600/day | ₹20,000–₹32,000 |
Per passenger cost: ₹620–₹815 one-way for groups of 35.
Complete Fare Comparison – All Vehicles
| Vehicle | Capacity | One Way Fare | Per Km (RT) | Per Pax Cost* | Best For |
| Swift Dzire | 4+1 | ₹3,325 | ₹10/km | ₹830 | Couples, Small Family |
| Innova Crysta | 6+1 | ₹6,875 | ₹18/km | ₹1,146 | Corporate, VIP, Senior Citizens |
| Ertiga | 6+1 | ₹4,125 | ₹13/km | ₹688 | Medium Families |
| 12-Seater Tempo | 12 | ~₹10,500 | ₹22/km | ₹875 | Small Groups, School Trips |
| 17-Seater Tempo | 17 | ~₹13,000 | ₹26/km | ₹765 | Wedding, Pilgrimage Groups |
| 20-Seater Tempo | 20 | ~₹15,500 | ₹30/km | ₹775 | College Tours, Yatras |
| Luxury Tempo | 9–12 | ~₹16,500 | ₹35/km | ₹1,375 | VIP Group, Corporate Luxury |
| Urbania (13 Pax) | 13 | ~₹17,500 | ₹36/km | ₹1,346 | Premium Corporate, Events |
| Urbania (17 Pax) | 17 | ~₹19,000 | ₹40/km | ₹1,118 | Premium Group Travel |
| Minibus (27 Pax) | 27 | ~₹20,000 | ₹46/km | ₹741 | Large Wedding, Tours |
| Minibus (35 Pax) | 35 | ~₹25,000 | ₹52/km | ₹714 | Large Yatra, College Trips |
*Per pax cost = Total one-way estimate ÷ seating capacity. Toll & GST additional.
What’s Included & Excluded
Included in Base Fare: Base travel fare, driver allowance (₹250–₹600), toll tax (for one-way trips), fuel charges, 5% GST (shown separately), 45 minutes free waiting at pickup, 24×7 customer support, GST invoice on request.
Charged Separately: State tax (if applicable), parking charges (as per actual), airport parking, night charge ₹250–₹500 (10 PM–5 AM), carrier charge ₹300 extra, waiting beyond 45 min (₹100–₹200/hr), extra km beyond included distance, driver halt charges (multi-day trips).
Routes & Toll Information
Route 1 – Via Jaunpur & Azamgarh (Recommended) Varanasi → Cholapur → Jaunpur → Shahganj → Azamgarh → Atraulia → Basti → Gorakhpur Distance: ~220 km | Time: 5–6 hours | Via NH-233 & NH-27 | Smooth highway, recommended for families & senior citizens.
Toll Plazas on Route 1:
- Kaithi Toll Plaza: ₹140–₹150 (car), ₹200–₹240 (Tempo)
- Amora / Moiddinpur Kala Toll: ₹100–₹115 (car), ₹150–₹185 (Tempo)
- Amdi Toll Plaza: ₹90–₹110 (car), ₹130–₹165 (Tempo)
- Aksada Toll Plaza: ₹45–₹55 (car), ₹70–₹90 (Tempo)
- Total One-Way Toll: ₹375–₹430 (car), ₹550–₹680 (Tempo)
Route 2 – Via Ghazipur & Deoria (Scenic) Varanasi → Saidpur → Ghazipur → Ballia → Deoria → Kushinagar → Gorakhpur Distance: ~250 km (longer) | Time: 6–7 hours | Great if visiting Ghazipur or Kushinagar en route. Passes near important Buddhist sites.
Places to Visit En Route & at Destination
- Jaunpur (~60 km from Varanasi) – Famous for the Atala Mosque, Shahi Bridge, and Jaunpuri style of Islamic architecture.
- Sarnath (~10 km from Varanasi) – Where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon. Dhamek Stupa and Sarnath Museum are must-sees.
- Kushinagar (~53 km from Gorakhpur) – Site of Buddha’s Mahaparinirvana. Mahaparinirvana Temple and Ramabhar Stupa.
- Gorakhnath Temple (Gorakhpur City) – One of the most significant Nath sect temples in India.
- Gita Press (Gorakhpur City) – World’s largest publisher of Hindu religious texts.
- Chandankati / Nepal Border (~90 km from Gorakhpur) – Lumbini (birthplace of Buddha) in Nepal is easily reachable.
Smart Booking Tips
- Book at Least 24 Hours in Advance – Guarantees preferred vehicle and pickup time, especially during festive seasons.
- Avoid Night Charges if Possible – Depart between 5 AM–10 PM to avoid the ₹250–₹500 night charge.
- Go Larger for Groups of 5–6 – Ertiga or Innova is only 10–15% more expensive than two Dzire bookings.
- Pay Online for Discounts & Invoice – UPI/card/net banking qualifies you for coupon codes and GST invoice.
- Use Coupon Code EDV1BL – Get up to ₹500 off on your first booking.
- Share Exact Pickup Location – Share your Google Maps pin to avoid pickup delays.
- Round Trip = Extra Savings – A round trip booking often saves 5–12% vs two one-way bookings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the distance from Varanasi to Gorakhpur by road? Approximately 212–226 km depending on the route. Via Jaunpur and Azamgarh it is around 220 km; via Ghazipur and Deoria it is around 248–255 km. Journey time: 4.5 to 6 hours.
Q: What is the Dzire cab fare? One-way starts at ₹3,325 (base) + ₹250 driver allowance + ₹375 toll + 5% GST = approximately ₹4,116 total. Round trip rate: ₹10/km.
Q: How much is the Innova Crysta fare? One-way starts at ₹6,875 + ₹250 driver allowance + ₹375 toll + 5% GST = approximately ₹7,844 total. Round trip rate: ₹18/km. Night allowance ₹300 applies for 10 PM–5 AM travel.
Q: What is the Tempo Traveller fare? 12-seater: ₹10,000–₹12,000 one-way. 17-seater: ₹12,500–₹14,500. 20-seater: ₹14,500–₹17,000.
Q: Is the Urbania Van available? Yes, in 13-seater and 17-seater configurations at ₹16,000–₹22,000 one-way. Features aircraft-style seating, per-seat AC vents, and USB charging.
Q: Are toll charges included? For one-way bookings, toll is included (typically ₹375–₹430 for sedans on Route 1). For round trips, toll is paid as actual by the passenger. State tax and parking are always separate.
Q: Can I book an airport pickup from Varanasi (LBS Airport) to Gorakhpur? Yes. Fare: ₹3,375 for Dzire, ₹6,925 for Innova Crysta. Airport parking charges are separate.
Q: Is there a night charge? Yes. ₹250 for Sedan/Hatchback, ₹300 for Innova Crysta, ₹500 for Tempo Travellers. One-time charge, no surge multipliers.
Q: How do I book? Call/WhatsApp: 844-844-5504 | Website: chikucab.com | App: instant ₹250 cashback. Minimum 2 hours advance booking; 24 hours recommended for group vehicles.
Q: Best vehicle for 10–12 people? 12-seater Tempo Traveller at ~₹10,000–₹12,000 one-way. For premium: Luxury Tempo Traveller (9–12 pax) with recliner seats at ₹15,000–₹18,500.
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