Cuttack to Varanasi Distance
The road distance between Cuttack and Varanasi is approximately 900+ km, and the drive usually takes around 19 hours by car or taxi, depending on traffic and road conditions. If you're travelling by air, Varanasi Airport is located in Varanasi. Flying is the fastest way to reach Varanasi, with a total travel time of approximately 4 hours. If you're planning a road trip, check weather and traffic updates before your journey, as monsoon showers or winter snowfall in hilly regions can increase travel time.

Via Bhubaneshwar
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FASTEST
Cuttack
Bhubaneshwar
Varanasi
Approx Travel Time
3h 32m
₹6,915
Onwards
Cuttack
Bhubaneshwar
Varanasi
Approx Travel Time
4h 30m
₹7,803
Onwards
Cuttack
Bhubaneshwar
Varanasi
Approx Travel Time
4h 20m
₹8,370
Onwards
Via Khordha, Bhubaneshwar
Cuttack
Khordha
Bhubaneshwar
Varanasi
Approx Travel Time
5h 36m
₹10,543
Onwards
Via Bhubaneshwar, Prayagraj(Allahabad)
Cuttack
Bhubaneshwar
Prayagraj(Allahabad)
Varanasi
Approx Travel Time
8h 15m
₹7,368
Onwards
Via Mughal Sarai
Cuttack
Mughal Sarai
Varanasi
Approx Travel Time
14h 45m
₹1,567
Onwards
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Cuttack
Mughal Sarai
Varanasi
Approx Travel Time
15h 6m
₹1,059
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Via Ranchi
Cuttack
Ranchi
Varanasi
Approx Travel Time
19h 15m
₹1,349
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Direct Cab
Cuttack
Varanasi
Approx Travel Time
19h 3m
₹18,018
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Via Jharsuguda
Cuttack
Jharsuguda
Varanasi
Approx Travel Time
21h 56m
₹9,198
Onwards
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the distance between Cuttack and Varanasi?
The distance between Cuttack and Varanasi is approximately 900+ km by road.
What is the straight-line (aerial) distance between Cuttack and Varanasi?
The straight-line distance is approximately 600+ km.
How long does it take to travel from Cuttack to Varanasi by road?
It takes around 19 hours by road.
What is the distance from Cuttack to Varanasi via Bhubaneshwar?
Via Bhubaneshwar, the distance is approximately 650+ km, taking around 4 hours.
Does the distance from Cuttack to Varanasi change by route?
Yes — the road distance varies from 900+ km via the direct route to 650+ km via Bhubaneshwar, depending on the path taken.
Does travel time between Cuttack and Varanasi vary by season?
Yes, travel time can increase during monsoon or winter due to road conditions in hilly or mountainous stretches.
What is the driving distance vs. straight-line distance between Cuttack and Varanasi?
The driving distance is 900+ km, while the straight-line distance is shorter at 600+ km, due to the road route following terrain and highways.

