The Force Urbania is the vehicle most groups ask for by name once they have seen one. It is a step above a standard tempo traveller, and on a long highway run the difference is obvious by the second hour.
This guide covers what the Urbania actually is, how many people it seats, what it costs to rent an Urbania in Varanasi, how much luggage fits, and whether it is worth the extra over a regular tempo traveller.
We run a 17 seater Force Urbania as part of our fleet, so the rates and the luggage figures here are ours, not estimates.
What Is the Force Urbania?
The Force Urbania is a premium passenger van built by Force Motors. People also call it the Urbania traveller or the Urbania van. It sits above the standard Force Traveller in every way that matters on a long journey.
What sets it apart:
- A monocoque body, which means less noise and vibration inside than a conventional tempo traveller
- Proper cabin height. Most adults can stand up and walk down the aisle
- Better suspension, so highway stretches are noticeably smoother
- Air conditioning throughout, with vents at each row
- Larger windows and a brighter interior
For a two hour trip the difference is nice to have. For a six hour run to Bodh Gaya or Lucknow, it changes how everyone feels when they arrive.
What Is the Urbania Seating Capacity?
The Force Urbania comes in several seating layouts. The seat count depends on the variant and how the interior is configured.
| Variant | Seating capacity | Typically used for |
|---|---|---|
| Urbania 10 seater | 10 | Small groups, extra legroom and luggage space |
| Urbania 12 seater | 12 | Families and small tour groups |
| Urbania 13 seater | 13 | Mid-size families |
| Urbania 16 seater | 16 | Group tours |
| Urbania 17 seater | 17 | The most common rental configuration |
The 17 seater is the standard for commercial rental across India, and it is the variant we run in Varanasi.
Seat counts usually exclude the driver. When you are working out whether your group fits, count your passengers only.
What Is the Urbania 17 Seater Like Inside?
The 17 seater is laid out in rows with an aisle down the middle, ending in a rear bench.
What you notice on a long trip:
- Standing headroom. You can get up and move to the back without crouching. On a six hour drive this matters more than people expect.
- Push-back seats with proper cushioning, not the upright benches in older tempo travellers.
- Individual AC vents at each row, so the back does not cook while the front is cold.
- Big windows. Better views and less of the closed-in feeling on long highway stretches.
- Low floor height, so getting in and out is easier. Worth knowing if you are travelling with older passengers.
That last point is the one families notice. If you have parents or grandparents in the group, an Urbania is easier on them than a high-step tempo traveller. Our senior citizen Kashi tour cab service uses the same reasoning.
Price of Urbania on Rent in Varanasi
Our Force Urbania is available on two billing bases.
Outstation, per kilometre:
| Vehicle | Seats | Per km rate | Minimum per day (250 km) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Force Urbania | 16 to 17 | ₹35/km | ₹8,750 |
| Tempo Traveller (17 seater) | 17 | ₹25/km | ₹6,250 |
| Maharaja Tempo Traveller | 9 to 12 | ₹34/km | ₹8,500 |
| Tempo Traveller (26 seater) | 26 | ₹32/km | ₹8,000 |
Local, within Varanasi:
| Package | Rate |
|---|---|
| Airport transfer | ₹6,500 |
| 8 hr / 80 km | ₹8,000 |
| 12 hr / 200 km | ₹11,000 |
The 8 hour package covers a full day of Varanasi sightseeing. The 12 hour package suits a longer day, or a day trip out to Sarnath and back with time at the ghats in the evening.
What is extra: toll, state tax, parking and driver night halt allowance for overnight trips, all as per actuals. Nothing hidden. The full fare is explained on call before you confirm.
For a like-for-like comparison, the Urbania is ₹10 per km more than a 17 seater tempo traveller. Over a 250 km day that is about ₹2,500 across the whole group. Split between fifteen or sixteen people, it is a small difference for a considerably better journey.
To check availability or get an exact fare for your dates, book a cab or call us on +91 78006 64900.
How Much Luggage Fits in an Urbania?
With all 17 seats occupied, the boot takes roughly 8 to 12 large suitcases.
That is the real figure from our own vehicle, not a brochure number. Most rental pages avoid this question entirely, which is unhelpful when you are trying to work out whether your group’s bags will actually fit.
A few practical notes:
- Soft bags pack better than hard shell cases. You will fit more of the same volume.
- If your group is under 17, the rear seats can hold overflow luggage.
- For airport or station runs with a full group and full luggage, tell us in advance. We will confirm honestly whether it fits rather than leaving you to find out at the kerb.
Our airport taxi service and railway station taxi both handle group arrivals where luggage is the deciding factor.
What Is the Urbania Mileage?
The Force Urbania returns roughly 10 to 12 km per litre of diesel under normal conditions, depending on load, terrain and driving style.
For a renter this is mostly background. Your fare is per kilometre, so fuel is our problem, not yours. It matters if you are comparing the cost of running one yourself against hiring one.
Urbania vs Tempo Traveller: Which Should You Book?
Both carry the same number of people. The difference is the journey.
| Force Urbania | Standard Tempo Traveller | |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 16 to 17 | 12 to 26 |
| Ride comfort | Monocoque body, better suspension, less vibration | Ladder frame, firmer ride |
| Cabin height | Standing headroom | Usually need to stoop |
| Seats | Push-back, well cushioned | Varies by vehicle and age |
| Entry step | Low, easier for elderly passengers | Higher |
| Rate | ₹35/km | ₹25/km |
Book the Urbania if: the trip is over three hours, you have elderly passengers, it is a corporate or wedding group, or comfort matters more than the last two thousand rupees.
Book a tempo traveller if: the trip is short, the group is on a tight budget, or you need more than 17 seats in one vehicle.
We will tell you straight on the phone which one suits your trip. On a two hour Varanasi to Vindhyachal run, the tempo traveller is fine and we will say so.
Best Routes From Varanasi for an Urbania
The Urbania earns its rate on longer journeys. These are the routes we run it on most:
| Route | Distance | Drive time |
|---|---|---|
| Varanasi to Ayodhya | 220 km | 4 to 5 hours |
| Varanasi to Prayagraj | 120 km | 3 to 4 hours |
| Varanasi to Bodh Gaya | 250 km | 6 to 7 hours |
| Varanasi to Lucknow | 320 km | 6 to 7 hours |
| Varanasi to Chitrakoot | 270 km | 6 to 7 hours |
| Varanasi to Patna | 250 km | 6 to 7 hours |
| Varanasi to Gorakhpur | 200 km | 5 to 6 hours |
| Varanasi to Vindhyachal | 70 km | 2 hours |
For local use, the Urbania also works for full-day sightseeing. See our Varanasi local sightseeing cab and Kashi Darshan cab package for what a day covers, and the one day and two day tour packages for fixed itineraries.
Who Books an Urbania in Varanasi?
Pilgrimage groups. Extended families doing Kashi, Prayagraj and Ayodhya together. Long days, elderly members, and the comfort is worth it. Our pilgrimage cab service covers the full circuit.
Corporate groups. Teams arriving for conferences or offsites who want everyone in one vehicle and a driver who knows the city.
Wedding parties. Baraat transport and guest transfers between hotel and venue.
Large families. Fifteen or sixteen people who would otherwise need three cars, with the added benefit that everybody stays together.
Foreign tour groups. Comfort and standing headroom matter more on longer itineraries, and the Urbania is closer to what most visitors expect.
Should You Rent or Buy an Urbania?
If you have landed here while researching the purchase price, the short version: a new Force Urbania runs into the tens of lakhs on road, plus commercial registration, insurance, driver salary, maintenance and parking.
For occasional group travel, renting makes obvious sense. At ₹8,750 for a 250 km day, you would need a great many trips before ownership came out ahead, and none of the running costs are yours.
If you are buying for a business, that is a different calculation and a Force dealer is the right place for it.
How to Book an Urbania in Varanasi
Call or WhatsApp us on +91 78006 64900, or use our booking page.
Tell us:
- Dates and pickup time
- Pickup point (hotel, airport, station)
- Destination or itinerary
- Number of passengers and rough luggage count
We confirm the exact fare, including tolls and driver allowance, before you commit. No estimate that changes at the end of the trip.
Book early for Dev Deepawali, Sawan and wedding season. We run one Urbania, and on those dates it goes weeks in advance.
Frequently Asked Questions About Urbania on Rent in Banaras
What is the seating capacity of a Force Urbania?
Depending on the variant, 10, 12, 13, 16 or 17 passengers, excluding the driver. The 17 seater is the standard rental configuration and the one we run in Varanasi.
How much does an Urbania cost to rent in Varanasi?
Within Varanasi, ₹8,000 for an 8 hour / 80 km package and ₹11,000 for 12 hr / 200 km. An airport transfer is ₹6,500. For outstation trips it is ₹35 per kilometre with a 250 km per day minimum, which works out to ₹8,750 per day. Toll, state tax, parking and driver night halt are extra as per actuals.
How much luggage fits in an Urbania 17 seater?
Roughly 8 to 12 large suitcases with all seats occupied. Soft bags pack better than hard cases.
What is the difference between an Urbania and a tempo traveller?
Same passenger count, better ride. The Urbania has a monocoque body, standing headroom, push-back seats and a lower entry step. It costs ₹10 per km more.
What mileage does the Force Urbania give?
Around 10 to 12 km per litre of diesel, depending on load and conditions.
Is the Urbania air conditioned?
Yes, with vents at each row so the rear stays as cool as the front.
Can I hire an Urbania for a wedding in Varanasi?
Yes. Baraat transport and guest transfers are among the most common bookings. Book well ahead during wedding season.
Is the Urbania suitable for elderly passengers?
Yes. The low entry step, push-back seats and smoother ride make it the easiest group vehicle we run for older travellers.
