Varanasi to Lumbini (Nepal)
320 km by road · 7–8 hours · billed as 750 km over 3 days
Birthplace of the Buddha, reached through the Sunauli crossing.
Why take an Urbania on this one
Seven to eight hours including the border, which is the longest day on any Varanasi itinerary. Every passenger needs photo ID at Sunauli, children included — a party one document short is turned back.
What it costs
Round trip including driver allowance. Excludes GST, toll, parking and state permit.
| Vehicle | Rate | Estimate |
|---|---|---|
| Force Urbania — 17 Seater17 seats · ₹400/day driver | ₹30/km | ₹23,700 |
| Maharaja Urbania — 9 Seater9 seats · ₹600/day driver | ₹37/km | ₹29,550 |
Billed kilometres include the 250 km per day minimum.
Quick answers
How far is Lumbini (Nepal) from Varanasi?
320 km one way by road, about 7–8 hours of driving.
Is Varanasi to Lumbini (Nepal) a same-day trip?
It is billed over 3 days: 640 km round trip against a 250 km/day minimum.
How much more than a tempo traveller?
For 17 people: ₹23,700 vs ₹18,300 for a standard tempo traveller — ₹318 more per person, for air suspension and a quieter cabin.
Smaller group?
The Maharaja Urbania — 9 Seater seats nine: about ₹29,550 round trip, ₹3,283 each when full.
What is not included?
GST, tolls, parking and state permits, at actuals. We do not sell temple darshan tickets.
Book Varanasi to Lumbini (Nepal)
Send the dates and we price it with the billed kilometres shown above.