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Gorakhpur to Varanasi Train

Schedule, Fares & Booking Information
🚆 ~4 hours 💰 from ₹85 🚌 ~221 km
Gorakhpur to Varanasi trains. Journey time: approximately 4 hrs. Compare flights and buses as alternatives on FareEagle.
~4 hrs
Journey time
~221 km
Distance
₹85+
Sleeper fare
Daily
Frequency
🚆 Gorakhpur to Varanasi train route

The Gorakhpur to Varanasi train route covers approximately 221 km by rail and takes around 4 hours depending on the type of train. Indian Railways operates multiple daily services on this route, connecting Uttar Pradesh to Uttar Pradesh.

This is a short-distance route with day trains being the most convenient option. Multiple train types operate on this route — from premium Rajdhani and Vande Bharat to affordable Sleeper and General class services.

Train tickets can be booked on IRCTC up to 120 days in advance. During peak seasons (October-March, festivals, summer holidays), tickets sell out quickly — book early for confirmed berths.

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💰 Gorakhpur to Varanasi train fare (approximate)

Approximate fares for the 221 km journey. Actual fares vary by train, season, and booking time. Tatkal fares are higher.

ClassDescriptionApprox. Fare
1AAC First Class Private 2-berth cabins with door, premium bedding ₹547
2AAC 2-Tier Curtained berths, comfortable for overnight ₹304
3AAC 3-Tier Most popular AC class, good value ₹219
SLSleeper Class Non-AC, budget-friendly with berths ₹85
2SSecond Sitting Non-AC reserved seating for short routes ₹49
CCAC Chair Car AC seating for day trains like Shatabdi ₹243

* Fares are approximate and may vary. Check IRCTC for exact pricing. Tatkal charges, GST, and dynamic pricing may apply.

🚆 Trains from Gorakhpur to Varanasi (52 trains)
Train Departure Arrival Duration Runs Classes
GUWAHATI - NEW DELHI Poorvottar Sampark Kranti Exp
#12501 · SKr
MKA
MGS
Daily 1A,2A,3A,SL
Bhagalpur - Delhi AnandVihar T. Garib Rath Express
#22405 · GR
17:05
MKA
22:42
MGS
5h 37m Daily 3A,CC
Jaynagar-Delhi AnandViharT Garib Rath
#12569 · GR
17:22
MKA
22:42
MGS
5h 20m Daily 3A
Guwahati-New Delhi Rajdhani Express
#22423 · Raj
19:47
MKA
01:00
MGS
5h 13m Daily 1A,2A,3A
DIBRUGARH TOWN - NEW DELHI Rajdhani Exp
#12423 · Raj
19:47
MKA
01:00
MGS
5h 13m Daily 1A,2A,3A
Howrah-New Delhi Rajdhani Express
#12305 · Raj
19:52
MKA
00:50
MGS
4h 58m Daily 1A,2A,3A
KAMAKHYA - MUMBAI LTT AC Exp
#12520 · SF
MKA
MGS
Daily 2A,3A,SL
Howrah-Amritsar Express
#13049 · Exp
00:06
MKA
07:20
MGS
7h 14m Daily 3A,SL
GUWAHATI - DELHI ANAND VIHAR North East Exp
#12505 · SF
00:51
MKA
07:05
MGS
6h 14m Daily 2A,3A,SL
Bapudham Express
#12537 · SF
01:50
GKP
05:38
BSB
3h 48m Daily 3A,SL
KAMAKHYA - GANDHIDHAM Exp
#15668 · Exp
02:05
MKA
09:05
MGS
7h 00m Daily 2A,3A,SL
Howrah-Amritsar Mail
#13005 · Mail
02:18
MKA
08:10
MGS
5h 52m Daily 1A,2A,3A,SL
GUWAHATI - OKHA DWARKA EXP
#15636 · Exp
02:28
MKA
08:55
MGS
6h 27m Daily 2A,3A,SL
Guwahati Barmer Express Slip
#15632-Slip · Exp
02:28
MKA
08:55
MGS
6h 27m Daily 2A,3A,SL
GUWAHATI - BARMER Exp
#15632 · Exp
02:28
MKA
08:55
MGS
6h 27m Daily 2A,3A,SL
Vibhuti Express
#12333 · SF
02:47
MKA
08:40
MGS
5h 53m Daily 2A,3A,SL
Farakka Express
#13413 · Exp
03:04
MKA
10:05
MGS
7h 01m Daily 2A,3A,SL
Farakka Express
#13483 · Exp
03:04
MKA
10:05
MGS
7h 01m Daily 2A,3A,SL
Lal Quila Express
#13111 · Exp
04:40
MKA
12:10
MGS
7h 30m Daily 3A,SL
Gorakhpur -Kolhapur Slip
#15018-Slip · Exp
05:30
GKP
11:05
BSB
5h 35m Daily 2A,3A,SL
GORAKHPUR - MUMBAI LTT Kashi Exp
#15018 · Exp
05:30
GKP
11:05
BSB
5h 35m Daily 2A,3A,SL
Krishak Express
#15008 · Exp
06:35
GKP
12:45
BSB
6h 10m Daily 1A,2A,3A,SL
Himgiri Express
#12331 · SF
07:54
MKA
13:45
MGS
5h 51m Daily 2A,3A,SL
GUWAHATI - MUMBAI LTT Exp
#15646 · Exp
10:45
MKA
17:40
MGS
6h 55m Daily 2A,3A,SL
Kamakhya - Mumbai LTT (Weekly) Special
#05650 · Exp
10:45
MKA
18:00
MGS
7h 15m Daily 3A,SL
Sealdah-Varanasi Express
#13133 · Exp
11:17
MKA
20:40
MGS
9h 23m Daily SL
DIBRUGARH - OLD DELHI Brahmaputra Exp
#14055 · Mail
11:20
MKA
16:40
MGS
5h 20m Daily 2A,3A,SL
BHAGALPUR - MUMBAI LTT SF Exp
#12335 · SF
11:57
MKA
17:40
MGS
5h 43m Daily 2A,3A,SL
GUWAHATI - MUMBAI LTT Exp
#15648 · Exp
11:57
MKA
17:40
MGS
5h 43m Daily 2A,3A,SL
BHAGALPUR - SURAT Tapti Ganga Exp
#19048 · Exp
12:33
MKA
17:55
MGS
5h 22m Daily 3A,SL
Nautanwa-Durg Nautanwa Express
#18202 · Exp
13:40
GKP
18:30
BSB
4h 50m Daily 2A,3A,SL
Bhojpuri Express
#15022 · Exp
13:40
GKP
18:20
BSB
4h 40m Daily 2A,3A,SL
KOLKATA SEALDAH - AMRITSAR Akal Takht Exp
#12317 · SF
14:29
MKA
19:30
MGS
5h 01m Daily 2A,3A,SL
Gorakhpur Varanasi Passenger
#55119 · Pass
14:30
GKP
23:40
BSB
9h 10m Daily
KOLKATA CHITPUR - NANGAL DAM Gurumukhi Exp
#12325 · SF
14:32
MKA
19:30
MGS
4h 58m Daily 2A,3A,SL
Poorva Express
#12303 · SF
14:35
MKA
19:40
MGS
5h 05m Daily 1A,2A,3A,SL
Vikramshila Express
#12367 · SF
14:58
MKA
20:19
MGS
5h 21m Daily 1A,2A,3A,SL
GORAKHPUR - PUNE Exp
#11038 · Exp
15:30
GKP
20:55
BSB
5h 25m Daily 2A,3A,SL
Gorakhpur Manduadih Intercity Express
#15103 · Exp
16:00
GKP
21:25
BSB
5h 25m Daily 3A
Pratham Swatantrata Sangram Express
#11105 · Exp
16:08
MKA
23:02
MGS
6h 54m Daily 3A,SL
New Farakka-New Delhi Express
#14003 · Exp
16:08
MKA
23:05
MGS
6h 57m Daily 2A,3A,SL
Udyan Abha Toofan Express
#13007 · Exp
18:44
MKA
02:25
MGS
7h 41m Daily 3A,SL
DARBHANGA - MYSORE BAGMATI SF Exp
#12577 · SF
18:55
MKA
23:35
MGS
4h 40m Daily 2A,3A,SL
Kumbh Express
#12369 · SF
19:28
MKA
00:30
MGS
5h 02m Daily 2A,3A,SL
Upasana Express
#12327 · SF
19:28
MKA
00:30
MGS
5h 02m Daily 2A,3A,SL
Ananya Express
#12315 · SF
20:25
MKA
01:50
MGS
5h 25m Daily 2A,3A,SL
Bhagalpur-NewDelhi Weekly SF Express
#12349 · SF
20:43
MKA
01:48
MGS
5h 05m Daily 3A,SL
Sikkim Mahananda Express
#14083 · Exp
21:53
MKA
03:45
MGS
5h 52m Daily 2A,3A,SL
Chauri Chaura Express
#15004 · Exp
22:30
GKP
04:40
BSB
6h 10m Daily 1A,2A,3A,SL
RAXAUL - MUMBAI LTT Karmabhoomi Exp
#12545 · SF
23:08
MKA
05:15
MGS
6h 07m Daily
Gorakhpur Manduadih Passenger
#55149 · Pass
23:15
GKP
06:15
BSB
7h 00m Daily SL,FC
ASANSOL - MUMBAI CST SF Exp
#12361 · SF
23:34
MKA
05:15
MGS
5h 41m Daily 2A,3A,SL

* Schedule may vary. Check IRCTC for latest timings and availability. Scroll to see all 52 trains.

💡 Train booking tips for Gorakhpur to Varanasi
📅
Book 120 days early
IRCTC opens bookings 120 days before journey date. Book early for popular routes — confirmed tickets sell out fast.
Tatkal at 10 AM / 11 AM
Tatkal booking opens at 10:00 AM for AC classes and 11:00 AM for non-AC, one day before travel. Be ready to book instantly.
💳
Carry valid photo ID
One passenger must carry original photo ID (Aadhaar, Passport, Voter ID, Driving License, or PAN card) during the journey.
📱
Use IRCTC app for faster booking
The IRCTC Rail Connect app is faster than the website for Tatkal bookings. Also try ConfirmTkt for PNR predictions and alternative routes.
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🔗 Useful railway resources

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Frequently asked questions
How long does the train take from Gorakhpur to Varanasi?
Trains from Gorakhpur to Varanasi take approximately 4 hours depending on the train type. Rajdhani and Shatabdi express trains are faster, while mail/passenger trains make more stops.
What is the train fare from Gorakhpur to Varanasi?
Fares vary by class: Sleeper from ₹85, AC 3-Tier from ₹219, AC 2-Tier from ₹304. Tatkal and premium tickets cost more.
How many trains run from Gorakhpur to Varanasi daily?
Multiple trains operate on the Gorakhpur to Varanasi route daily, including Superfast, Express, and Mail trains. Check IRCTC for the latest schedule and availability.
How to book Gorakhpur to Varanasi train tickets?
You can book train tickets through IRCTC (irctc.co.in) or authorized partners like ConfirmTkt. Booking opens 120 days before the journey date. Tatkal booking opens at 10 AM (AC) / 11 AM (Non-AC) one day before.
Is there a direct train from Gorakhpur to Varanasi?
Yes, there are direct trains on the Gorakhpur to Varanasi route. Some trains may require a connection depending on the schedule. Check IRCTC for direct train options.
What is the best time to travel by train from Gorakhpur to Varanasi?
For long routes, overnight trains (departing 6-10 PM) are popular as you save on hotel costs and arrive fresh. For short routes, morning Shatabdi or Vande Bharat trains offer comfortable daytime travel.
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