12 Seater Tempo Traveller in Varanasi: Price & Booking Guide
12 Seater Tempo Traveller in Varanasi: Fare, Seating & Booking Guide (October 2026)
Last updated: 16 October 2026 · Fares from our current rate card · Written by Sachin Yadav, owner of Sachin Travels, Phulwariya, Mayur Vihar Colony, Varanasi (operating since 2011)
How much does a 12 seater Tempo Traveller cost in Varanasi?
A 12 seater Tempo Traveller in Varanasi costs ₹6,000 for an 8-hour/80 km local package, ₹7,000 for 12 hours/120 km and ₹3,000 for an airport transfer from Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport. Outstation trips are ₹25/km (250 km/day minimum, ₹500/day driver allowance); Varanasi to Ayodhya is ₹13,500. Tolls and parking are extra. WhatsApp your date and route for a confirmed fare.
A 12 seater Tempo Traveller in Varanasi fits the gap between “too big for an Innova” and “too small for a 17 seater”: families of 8–12 on a wedding, joint pilgrimage or Chhath trip. Splitting that group across two cars means two bills, two drivers and half the family arriving late. Below: fares, what each person pays, how it compares with Innova and Urbania, and the 2026 festival dates that fill group vehicles first.
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📅 Festival season 2026: book early
| Date (2026) | Occasion | Suggested: lock your vehicle by |
|---|---|---|
| Tue 20 Oct | Dussehra (Navratri 11–20 Oct) | This week |
| Sun 8 Nov | Diwali / Lakshmi Puja | Late Oct |
| Fri 13 – Mon 16 Nov | Chhath Puja (main day Sun 15 Nov) | Early Nov, earlier is safer |
| Fri 20 Nov | Dev Uthani Ekadashi (wedding season restarts) | Early Nov |
| Tue 24 Nov | Dev Deepawali (Kartik Purnima) | First week of Nov |
Chhath ends eight days before Dev Deepawali, so many families stay for both. Ask for a multi-day quote with the same vehicle and driver.
12 Seater Tempo Traveller Fare Chart (Varanasi, October 2026)
Fares include driver and fuel. Tolls, parking and state entry tax are billed at actuals and confirmed before the trip.
| Package | Distance / time | Fare | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Airport transfer (VNS → city) | ~26 km / 45 min | ₹3,000 | ✔ Confirmed |
| Local 8 hours / 80 km | Within Varanasi | ₹6,000 | ✔ Confirmed |
| Local 12 hours / 120 km | Within Varanasi | ₹7,000 | ✔ Confirmed |
| Varanasi → Ayodhya (Ram Mandir) | 230–250 km each way / 4–5 hrs | ₹13,500 | ✔ Confirmed |
| Varanasi → Prayagraj | ~125–135 km / ~3 hrs | ≈ ₹7,000–8,000 | ≈ Indicative |
| Varanasi → Gorakhpur | ~230–250 km / 4–5 hrs | ≈ ₹12,000–13,500 | ≈ Indicative |
| Varanasi → Bodh Gaya / Gaya | ~250–300 km / 5–6 hrs | ≈ ₹14,500–17,000 | ≈ Indicative |
| Varanasi → Lucknow | ~310 km / 5.5 hrs | ≈ ₹16,000–17,500 | ≈ Indicative |
| Varanasi → Delhi | ~820 km / 13 hrs | ≈ ₹42,500–46,000 | ≈ Indicative (multi-day) |
| Mathura / Vrindavan | ~700+ km / 11–12 hrs | Ask for quote | Multi-day |
🧮 Cost per person
Pick a trip and group size.
Without JavaScript: divide the fare by your number of passengers. Example: Ayodhya ₹13,500 ÷ 12 = ₹1,125 per person.
| Trip | Fare | 12 people | 10 people | 8 people |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airport transfer | ₹3,000 | ₹250 | ₹300 | ₹375 |
| Local 8 hrs / 80 km | ₹6,000 | ₹500 | ₹600 | ₹750 |
| Local 12 hrs / 120 km | ₹7,000 | ₹583 | ₹700 | ₹875 |
| Varanasi → Ayodhya | ₹13,500 | ₹1,125 | ₹1,350 | ₹1,688 |
12 Seater Tempo Traveller vs Two Innovas for 10 People
For a group of 10, one 12 seater Tempo Traveller costs ₹25/km outstation and ₹3,000 for an airport transfer. Two Innova Crysta cars cost ₹40/km (2 × ₹20) and ₹4,000 (2 × ₹2,000), so the Tempo Traveller is about 37% cheaper per km and keeps everyone together. Two Ertigas (₹18/km each) come to ₹36/km, which is still more than one Tempo Traveller.
12 Seater vs Innova vs Force Urbania vs 17 Seater
| Feature | Innova Crysta | Tempo Traveller (12) | Force Urbania (12) | Tempo Traveller (17) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ideal group | 4–6 | 8–12 | 8–12, comfort-first | 13–16 |
| Outstation rate | ₹20/km | ₹25/km | ₹35/km | Confirm |
| Airport transfer | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 | Confirm |
| Varanasi → Ayodhya | ₹10,000 | ₹13,500 | ₹17,000 | Confirm |
| Best for | Couples, small families | Joint families, pilgrim groups, small weddings | Long routes, elders | Large tours, big weddings |
The Urbania costs about ₹3,500 more than this Tempo Traveller on the Ayodhya run, roughly ₹292 per person for 12. Read the Tempo Traveller vs Force Urbania comparison or the Force Urbania guide to decide. Above 12 people, don’t overload this vehicle: move up to the 17 seater Tempo Traveller.
Seating & Luggage
The 12 seater carries 12 passengers plus the driver in pushback seats, with overhead racks and a rear luggage area. A full group with big suitcases gets tight, so tell us your bag count when booking and we’ll advise whether to share fewer, bigger bags or take the 17 seater.
Where a 12 Seater Is Used Most
- Airport and station pickups: Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, Varanasi Junction and Cantt for arriving families.
- Kashi darshan and Sarnath: one vehicle for the whole group on 8- or 12-hour local packages.
- Pilgrimage circuits: Ayodhya, Prayagraj Sangam and Bodh Gaya. For the order to visit them in, see the Kashi–Gaya–Prayag–Ayodhya circuit guide.
- Weddings: guest shuttles and out-of-town arrivals once the season restarts after 20 November.
What’s Included & Charges to Confirm
- Driver, fuel and vehicle for the package or route; AC throughout.
- Outstation: 250 km/day minimum, so a 150 km day still bills at 250 km. Combine stops into one day if your plan is light.
- Tolls, parking, state entry tax and interstate permits (Delhi, Mathura, Nepal routes) are confirmed before departure.
- The ₹500/day driver allowance applies on outstation trips.
- Waiting beyond package hours is billed; ask for the rate when you book.
💡 Local tip: luggage on multi-stop circuits
Groups doing Kashi–Gaya–Prayag–Ayodhya bring puja items and prasad boxes too. One shared crate per family survives four days of loading better than loose bags and saves time at every stop.
💡 Local tip: narrow-lane hotels
If your hotel is in the lanes near Bengali Tola or Assi Ghat, a 12 seater usually can’t reach the door. Pickup is at the nearest wide road. Tell us the hotel name and we’ll confirm the meeting point on WhatsApp the day before.
💡 Local tip: Chhath and Dev Deepawali evenings
Expect traffic restrictions near the ghats and the Kashi Vishwanath corridor on 15–16 and 24 November. Agree a drop point and a walking-time buffer with the driver in advance, and keep the walking distance short for elderly passengers.
How to Book a 12 Seater Tempo Traveller
- WhatsApp your travel date, pickup point, destination and headcount.
- Get a confirmed fare, not a “starting from” price.
- Lock the vehicle: ask what is needed to confirm, especially for festival weeks.
- Receive driver and vehicle details before departure and save them on your phone.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a 12 seater Tempo Traveller cost in Varanasi?
₹6,000 for an 8-hour/80 km local package, ₹7,000 for 12 hours/120 km and ₹3,000 for an airport transfer. Outstation trips are ₹25 per km with a 250 km/day minimum and a ₹500/day driver allowance. Tolls and parking are extra. Fares checked 16 October 2026.
What is the fare from Varanasi to Ayodhya by 12 seater Tempo Traveller?
₹13,500 for the Varanasi to Ayodhya package, about 230–250 km each way and 4–5 hours. Tolls and parking are confirmed before the trip.
Is a 12 seater Tempo Traveller cheaper than two Innovas for 10 people?
Yes. Two Innova Crysta cars cost ₹40/km outstation (2 × ₹20) and ₹4,000 for an airport transfer (2 × ₹2,000), against ₹25/km and ₹3,000 for one 12 seater, and the group stays in one vehicle. Two Ertigas come to ₹36/km, still more than one Tempo Traveller.
How many people does a 12 seater Tempo Traveller carry?
12 passengers plus the driver in pushback seats, with overhead racks and a rear luggage area. Tell us your bag count when booking so we can advise on luggage or a 17 seater.
When should I book for Chhath Puja and Dev Deepawali 2026?
Chhath Puja runs 13–16 November 2026 and Dev Deepawali is on Tuesday 24 November 2026, with Diwali on 8 November. Group vehicles fill early around these dates, so send your date, route and group size on WhatsApp as soon as they are fixed.
What is the difference between a 12 seater and a 17 seater Tempo Traveller?
A 12 seater suits 8–12 people and has a lower per-km rate. A 17 seater has a longer wheelbase for 13–16 passengers and a higher rate. See the 17 seater guide and confirm the fare at quotation.
Is a Force Urbania worth it over a 12 seater Tempo Traveller?
The Urbania costs ₹35/km against ₹25/km. On the Ayodhya run that is ₹17,000 versus ₹13,500, about ₹292 more per person for 12. Choose the Tempo Traveller for budget and shorter trips, the Urbania for long routes or elderly passengers. See the Force Urbania guide.
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