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Varanasi Taxi Fare Calculator 2026

Official Varanasi Taxi rates (valid today): Start your ride for 50.00 ₹, plus 11.00 ₹ per kilometer. Click below to calculate your fare

Popular routes from Varanasi

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How is a taxi fare
calculated in Varanasi

Several factors impact the taxi fare in Varanasi

Taxi fare (2026)

Base fee (day)

50INR

Price per KM

11 INR

Waiting time per hour

100INR

Taxi rate calculation example

Let’s say you want to get from your hotel to Varanasi city center and the ride is 5km. You’re traveling by day and you have 1 luggage. Your total price will be 105 INR.

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Varanasi taxi fare - FAQ

How much is a taxi in Varanasi?

A 5km ride in Varanasi costs about 105 INR. Enter your route to get a more accurate price. In general the price is affected by several factors including the route length and the driver’s waiting time.

How do I order a taxi in Varanasi?

You can stop a taxi on the street in Varanasi or use a ride hailing app. We recommend using an app in Varanasi as these services monitor the quality of the drivers and taxis on an ongoing basis.

What other ways are there to get around in Varanasi?

if you can’t find a taxi Varanasi or the price is too high you can always take a bus, rent a scooter, a bicycle or a car. Walking is also a great option if it’s a short distance and the weather suits.

How do I calculate the taxi fare in Varanasi?

Simply enter your starting point and destination at gobytaxi.com. We’ll calculate the estimated price based on Varanasi taxi fares and your specific route. This will also work for destinations outside Varanasi.

What’s the price of Taxi in Varanasi per KM?

The starting price of a taxi in Varanasi is 50.0 INR. Each KM is then priced at 11.0 INR. if you need the driver to wait for you this will cost 100.0 INR per hour.

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