Varanasi Ropeway Fares Set: Tickets Range from ₹10 to ₹50; 30% Discount on Passes

A ropeway service is set to launch between Varanasi Cantt Railway Station and Godowlia. Fares will range from ₹10 to ₹50, with a 30% discount offered to passengers holding passes.

There are several places in the country that everyone wishes to visit at least once in their lifetime, and Varanasi is one of them. A large number of tourists visit the city. Here is some important information for residents and visitors alike: a ropeway service is launching between Cantt Railway Station and Godowlia, and many are already curious about the fares.

What will the fare be?

Varanasi is set to launch the country's first urban ropeway service. The fares for this service, running between Cantt Railway Station and Godowlia, are quite affordable; passengers will need to purchase tickets ranging from ₹10 to ₹50 to use the service.

When will the ropeway service begin?

According to reports, the administration aims to launch the service around Diwali (November 2026). However, the final launch date has not yet been announced. If it does launch by November, the commute for passengers traveling between Cantt Railway Station and Godowlia will become significantly easier.

Multiple stations along the route

The ropeway route will connect Varanasi Cantt Railway Station to Godowlia, with several stations along the way, including:

Cantt
Kashi Vidyapith
Rathyatra
Girjaghar
Godowlia
30% discount on passes

A key highlight is that passengers holding passes may receive a discount of up to 30%. The launch of this ropeway will reduce travelers' reliance on auto-rickshaws and other vehicles. Furthermore, the stretch between the Cantt Railway Station and Godowlia is one of the most congested areas in Varanasi; however, the introduction of the ropeway service will help significantly alleviate traffic jams compared to the current situation.