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Varanasi Golden Temple

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Distance
800 KM
Duration
14 Hours via NH30
Best Time
October to March

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Train

PRICE₹500
TIME12 Hours
Bus

PRICE₹700
TIME16 Hours

🚆 Train Schedule

No.Train NameDepartureArrivalDays
12345Varanasi ExpressDaily
54321Kashi VishwanathDaily
67890Ganga MailDaily

Stays in Golden

Best budget & couple friendly options
Hotel Sapphire

Opposite Golden Temple, Amritsar, Punjab 143001

Golden Temple: 0.1km | Jallianwala Bagh: 0.3km
₹2700 /night
Hotel HKJ Residency

Near Golden Temple, Amritsar, Punjab 143001

Golden Temple: 0.2km | Market: 0.1km
₹2500 /night
Hotel CJ International

Near Golden Temple, Amritsar, Punjab 143001

Golden Temple: 0.1km | Jallianwala Bagh: 0.4km
₹3500 /night

📖 Detailed Travel Guide

Travel Guide: Varanasi to Golden Temple

Embarking on a journey from Varanasi, one of the oldest cities in the world, to the Golden Temple in Amritsar is a spiritual and cultural experience. This guide provides essential information to make your travel smooth and enjoyable.

Quick Info Table

DistanceTravel DurationBest Time
800 KM14 Hours via NH30October to March

Driving Route

The most common route from Varanasi to Golden Temple is via NH30. The drive offers beautiful landscapes and several towns to explore along the way.

Places to Visit

  • The Golden Temple: A must-visit for its stunning architecture and spiritual significance.
  • Jallianwala Bagh: A poignant memorial to the tragic events of 1919.
  • Wagah Border: Witness the daily flag-lowering ceremony at the border with Pakistan.
  • Partition Museum: Explore the history and impact of the Partition of India.

Plan your trip wisely, and enjoy the rich cultural heritage and spirituality that both Varanasi and Amritsar have to offer!

Frequently Asked Questions

The best time to visit is from October to March when the weather is pleasant.

The distance is approximately 800 kilometers.

Options include train, bus, flight, and car.

It takes about 12 hours by train.

Yes, there are direct flights available that take about 2 hours.
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