215 KM • 4.5 – 5 Hours • NH330 Highway
Varanasi to Ayodhya Taxi Service
Direct private AC cabs from Varanasi hotel or airport straight to Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Mandir, Ayodhya. Fixed fares from ₹3,820 one-way with zero return fare charges.
Doorstep Pickup at Hotel/Airport
Same-Day Return Available
Hanuman Garhi & Sarayu Aarti
Experienced Highway Driver
Varanasi to Ayodhya Cab Rates & Fares
All prices include vehicle, driver allowance, and fuel. Transparent toll policies.
| Vehicle Model | Best For | One-Way Fare | Same-Day Return |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swift Dzire (Sedan, 4 Pax) | Couples & small families | ₹3,820 | ₹5,160 |
| Maruti Ertiga (SUV, 6 Pax) | Families with moderate luggage | ₹5,375 | ₹6,450 |
| Toyota Innova (7 Pax) | Long distance comfort for families | ₹6,020 | ₹7,310 |
| Innova Crysta (7 Pax) | Premium comfort for families | ₹6,880 | ₹8,600 |
| Tempo Traveller (17 Seater) | Pilgrim group & joint families | ₹9,460 | ₹12,040 |
Suggested Same-Day Ayodhya Pilgrimage Itinerary
05:30 AM
Depart Varanasi
Doorstep pickup from hotel. Smooth morning highway drive via Jaunpur.
10:30 AM
Hanuman Garhi
Traditional protocol to seek blessings of Lord Hanuman before Ram Mandir.
01:00 PM
Ram Janmabhoomi
Darshan of Ram Lalla at the grand newly built temple complex.
05:00 PM
Sarayu Ghat & Return
Evening Sarayu Aarti at Naya Ghat before comfortable return drive to Kashi.
Got Questions?
Varanasi to Ayodhya Taxi FAQs
Common questions regarding Ayodhya cab bookings, travel duration, and temple parking.
How much does a taxi from Varanasi to Ayodhya cost?
A one-way AC sedan taxi (Swift Dzire) from Varanasi to Ayodhya starts at ₹3,820. A same-day round trip covering Ram Janmabhoomi, Hanuman Garhi, and Sarayu Ghat starts at ₹5,160. Larger 6-seater Ertiga cabs start at ₹5,375 one-way.
How long does the taxi drive from Varanasi to Ayodhya take?
The road distance is approximately 215 kilometers via the NH330 highway (via Jaunpur & Sultanpur). The drive usually takes 4.5 to 5 hours depending on traffic.
Can we complete the Ayodhya Ram Mandir darshan and return to Varanasi on the same day?
Yes! We recommend an early morning departure from Varanasi around 5:30 AM – 6:00 AM. You will reach Ayodhya around 10:30 AM, complete your darshan at Ram Janmabhoomi and Hanuman Garhi, have lunch, attend the Sarayu Aarti, and depart by 5:00 PM to reach Varanasi by 10:00 PM.
Where can the taxi park in Ayodhya?
Commercial vehicles park at designated Ayodhya authority parking hubs (such as Tedhi Bazar, Ram Katha Park, or Amaniganj). Electric e-rickshaws ferry pilgrims from the parking area to the Ram Mandir entry gate in 5 minutes.