Varanasi to Banka Distance
The road distance between Varanasi and Banka is approximately 500+ km, and the drive usually takes around 11 hours by car or taxi, depending on traffic and road conditions. Flying is the fastest way to reach Banka, with a total travel time of approximately 7 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.
Direct Options
RECOMMENDED
Varanasi
Banka
Approx Travel Time
10h 41m
₹10,345
Onwards
Via Purnia
FASTEST
Varanasi
Purnia
Banka
Approx Travel Time
6h 40m
On Demand
Via Patna, Bhagalpur
Varanasi
Patna
Bhagalpur
Banka
Approx Travel Time
7h 37m
On Demand
Varanasi
Patna
Bhagalpur
Banka
Approx Travel Time
8h
On Demand
Varanasi
Patna
Bhagalpur
Banka
Approx Travel Time
6h 41m
₹15,096
Onwards
Via Deoghar
CHEAPEST
Varanasi
Deoghar
Banka
Approx Travel Time
9h 26m
₹2,049
Onwards
Varanasi
Deoghar
Banka
Approx Travel Time
9h 13m
₹9,170
Onwards
Via Begusarai
Varanasi
Begusarai
Banka
Approx Travel Time
9h 51m
On Demand
Via Chhapra
Varanasi
Chhapra
Banka
Approx Travel Time
9h 54m
On Demand
Via Durgapur
Varanasi
Durgapur
Banka
Approx Travel Time
8h 38m
₹17,246
Onwards
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the distance between Varanasi and Banka?
The distance between Varanasi and Banka is approximately 500+ km by road.
What is the straight-line (aerial) distance between Varanasi and Banka?
The straight-line distance is approximately 400+ km.
How long does it take to travel from Varanasi to Banka by road?
It takes around 11 hours by road.
What is the distance from Varanasi to Banka via Purnia?
Via Purnia, the distance is approximately 450+ km, taking around 7 hours.
Does the distance from Varanasi to Banka change by route?
Yes — the road distance varies from 500+ km via the direct route to 450+ km via Purnia, depending on the path taken.
Does travel time between Varanasi and Banka 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 Varanasi and Banka?
The driving distance is 500+ km, while the straight-line distance is shorter at 400+ km, due to the road route following terrain and highways.
What are the major cities on the way from Varanasi to Banka by road?
Major cities on the road route from Varanasi to Banka include: • Jehanabad • Bihar Sharif
What are the major restaurants on the way from Varanasi to Banka by road?
Major restaurants on the road route from Varanasi to Banka include: • Rasoi • Hotel Rr Grand • Bittu's Restaurant • Domino's
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