Varanasi to Sonepur Distance
The road distance between Varanasi and Sonepur is approximately 650+ km, and the drive usually takes around 15 hours by car or taxi, depending on traffic and road conditions. Flying is the fastest way to reach Sonepur, with a total travel time of approximately 9 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 Ranchi, Jharsuguda
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Varanasi
Ranchi
Jharsuguda
Sonepur
Approx Travel Time
9h 50m
₹16,699
Onwards
Varanasi
Ranchi
Jharsuguda
Sonepur
Approx Travel Time
10h 7m
₹21,372
Onwards
Via Sundargarh
Varanasi
Sundargarh
Sonepur
Approx Travel Time
17h 58m
₹1,410
Onwards
Direct Options
Varanasi
Sonepur
Approx Travel Time
15h 15m
₹9,663
Onwards
Via Bhubaneshwar
FASTEST
Varanasi
Bhubaneshwar
Sonepur
Approx Travel Time
9h 10m
₹10,433
Onwards
Via Jharsuguda, Bargarh
Varanasi
Jharsuguda
Bargarh
Sonepur
Approx Travel Time
17h 11m
₹1,440
Onwards
Via Raipur, Chhattisgarh
Varanasi
Raipur, Chhattisgarh
Sonepur
Approx Travel Time
22h 25m
₹1,800
Onwards
Via Jharsuguda
CHEAPEST
Varanasi
Jharsuguda
Sonepur
Approx Travel Time
17h 25m
₹1,390
Onwards
Varanasi
Jharsuguda
Sonepur
Approx Travel Time
17h 32m
₹6,063
Onwards
Via Rewa, Raipur, Chhattisgarh
Varanasi
Rewa
Raipur, Chhattisgarh
Sonepur
Approx Travel Time
14h 50m
₹7,039
Onwards
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the distance between Varanasi and Sonepur?
The distance between Varanasi and Sonepur is approximately 650+ km by road.
What is the straight-line (aerial) distance between Varanasi and Sonepur?
The straight-line distance is approximately 500+ km.
How long does it take to travel from Varanasi to Sonepur by road?
It takes around 15 hours by road.
What is the distance from Varanasi to Sonepur via Ranchi?
Via Ranchi, the distance is approximately 700+ km, taking around 10 hours.
Does the distance from Varanasi to Sonepur change by route?
Yes — the road distance varies from 650+ km via the direct route to 700+ km via Ranchi, depending on the path taken.
Does travel time between Varanasi and Sonepur 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 Sonepur?
The driving distance is 650+ km, while the straight-line distance is shorter at 500+ km, due to the road route following terrain and highways.
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