Delhi to Uttar Pradesh · 579 km · Compare flights, trains, buses & driving
| Train | Dep | Arr | Duration | Classes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jharkhand Sampark Kranti Express #12826 · SKr |
07:10 | 16:37 | 9h 27m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Orissa Sampark Kranti Express #12820 · SKr |
07:10 | 16:49 | 9h 39m | 2A,3A,SL |
| New Delhi-Bhubaneswar Duronto Express #12282 · Drnt |
13:00 | 21:13 | 8h 13m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| New Delhi-Howrah Duronto Express #12274 · Drnt |
13:00 | 20:34 | 7h 34m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| NEW DELHI - DIBRUGARH TOWN Rajdhani Exp #12424 · Raj |
14:00 | 20:39 | 6h 39m | 1A,2A,3A |
| New Delhi-Guwahati Rajdhani Express #22424 · Raj |
14:00 | 20:39 | 6h 39m | 1A,2A,3A |
| New Delhi-Ranchi Rajdhani Express #12454 · Raj |
16:10 | 23:28 | 7h 18m | 1A,2A,3A |
| New Delhi-Ranchi Garib Rath #12878 · GR |
16:10 | 23:08 | 6h 58m | 3A |
| NEW DELHI - RANCHI Rajdhani Exp #12440 · Raj |
16:10 | 23:27 | 7h 17m | 1A,2A,3A |
| NEW DELHI - KOL SEALDAH Rajdhani Exp #12314 · Raj |
16:30 | 23:42 | 7h 12m | 1A,2A,3A |
| AnandVihar Terminal-Bhagalpur Garib Rath #22406 · GR |
17:00 | 00:17 | 7h 17m | 3A,CC |
| New Delhi-Howrah Rajdhani Express #12302 · Raj |
17:00 | 23:42 | 6h 42m | 1A,2A,3A |
| New Delhi-Howrah Rajdhani Express #12306 · Raj |
17:00 | 23:42 | 6h 42m | 1A,2A,3A |
| Anand Vihar Terminus-Jaynagar Garib Rath Express #12570 · GR |
17:00 | 00:17 | 7h 17m | 3A |
| New Delhi Rajendra Nagar Rajdhani Express #12310 · Raj |
17:10 | 23:56 | 6h 46m | 1A,2A,3A |
| New Delhi-Bhubaneswar Rajdhani Express #22812 · Raj |
17:20 | 00:19 | 6h 59m | 1A,2A,3A |
| NEW DELHI - BHUBANESWAR Rajdhani Exp (Via Bokaro) #22824 · Raj |
17:20 | 00:19 | 6h 59m | 1A,2A,3A |
| West Bengal Sampark Kranti Express #12330 · SKr |
19:10 | 04:13 | 9h 03m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Anand ViharT Delhi-Sasaram GaribRath Express #22410 · GR |
19:15 | 03:55 | 8h 40m | 3A |
| New Delhi-Sealdah AC Duronto Express #12260 · Drnt |
20:05 | 03:13 | 7h 08m | 1A,2A,3A |
| New Delhi-Allahabad Duronto Express #12276 · Drnt |
23:00 | 06:20 | 7h 20m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| NEW DELHI - GUWAHATI Poorvottar Sampark Kranti Exp #12502 · SKr |
23:45 | 08:50 | 9h 05m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| DELHI ANAND VIHAR - REWA SF Exp #12428 · SF |
00:20 | 09:25 | 9h 05m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Jammu-Rourkela Express #18102 · Exp |
04:55 | 15:30 | 10h 35m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Jammu-Tata Muri Express Slip #18102-Slip · Exp |
04:55 | 15:30 | 10h 35m | 2A,3A,SL |
| New Delhi-Puri Superfast Express #12816 · SF |
06:30 | 15:10 | 8h 40m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Sikkim Mahananda Express #14084 · Exp |
06:40 | 17:55 | 11h 15m | 2A,3A,SL |
| DELHI ANAND VIHAR - GUWAHATI North East Exp #12506 · SF |
06:50 | 15:40 | 8h 50m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Kalka Mail #12312 · SF |
07:00 | 17:20 | 10h 20m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| New Delhi-Howrah SF Express #12324 · SF |
07:10 | 16:35 | 9h 25m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Seemanchal Express #12488 · SF |
07:40 | 16:50 | 9h 10m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Mahabodhi Express #12398 · SF |
14:10 | 22:40 | 8h 30m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Vikramshila Express #12368 · SF |
14:40 | 00:56 | 10h 16m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| Janata Express #13040 · Exp |
15:40 | 07:40 | 16h 00m | |
| Lichhavi Express #14006 · Exp |
15:45 | 02:30 | 10h 45m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Poorva Express #12382 · SF |
16:20 | 02:20 | 10h 00m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| Poorva Express #12304 · SF |
16:20 | 02:05 | 9h 45m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| Sampoorna Kranti Express #12394 · SF |
17:30 | 02:01 | 8h 31m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| Shiv Ganga Express #12560 · SF |
18:45 | 03:35 | 8h 50m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| Amritsar - Sealdah Superfast Express #12380 · SF |
19:10 | 04:11 | 9h 01m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Delhi Gaya S #03686 · SF |
19:10 | 03:45 | 8h 35m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Jharkhand Swarna Jayanti Express #12818 · SF |
19:50 | 04:20 | 8h 30m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Jharkhand Swarna Jayanti Express #12874 · SF |
19:50 | 04:20 | 8h 30m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Magadh Express #12402 · SF |
20:10 | 05:10 | 9h 00m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| Swatantrata Sainani Express #12562 · SF |
20:40 | 05:35 | 8h 55m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| Lal Quila Express #13112 · Exp |
20:50 | 10:45 | 13h 55m | 3A,SL |
| Prayagraj Express #12418 · SF |
21:25 | 06:45 | 9h 20m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| Chandigarh Allahabad Unchahar Express #14218 · Exp |
21:40 | 11:20 | 13h 40m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Purushottam SF Express #12802 · SF |
22:20 | 07:25 | 9h 05m | 2A,3A,SL |
| OLD DELHI - DIBRUGARH Brahmaputra Exp #14056 · Mail |
23:30 | 08:25 | 8h 55m | 2A,3A,SL |
| NewDelhi-Bhagalpur Weekly SF Express #12350 · SF |
23:45 | 08:50 | 9h 05m | 3A,SL |
The straight-line distance from Delhi to Prayagraj is approximately 579 km (360 miles). By road, the distance increases to about 652 km due to terrain, highways, and road networks connecting Delhi to Uttar Pradesh.
Flying is the fastest way to cover the 579 km distance. Flights from DEL to IXD take approximately 1 hrs 31 min including boarding and taxiing. Multiple airlines operate on this route, and fares vary depending on the season, time of booking, and class of travel.
For the best prices, book 2-3 weeks in advance and opt for mid-week departures (Tuesday, Wednesday) which are typically cheaper than weekend flights.
Search Delhi to Prayagraj FlightsIndian Railways connects Delhi and Prayagraj with multiple daily services. The journey takes approximately 10 hrs 2 min. Rajdhani and Shatabdi express trains are faster, while mail and passenger trains make more stops but cost less.
Book in advance through IRCTC, especially during festivals and holidays when seats fill up quickly.
Check Trains on IRCTCBus travel is a popular and affordable option for the Delhi to Prayagraj route. The journey takes approximately 13 hrs 2 min covering ~652 km. Both government and private operators service this route.
Night buses are popular for this distance — travel while you sleep and arrive fresh at your destination.
Search Delhi to Prayagraj BusesThe drive from Delhi to Prayagraj is a long one — approximately 652 km taking around 7 hrs 49 min. Plan at least one overnight halt. Fatigue driving on Indian highways is dangerous.
For official travel information, regulations, and booking services:
IRCTC — Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation — Book train tickets online
Airports Authority of India — Airport information and flight status
DGCA — Directorate General of Civil Aviation — Indian aviation regulator
Incredible India — Official tourism portal of India
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