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.
Book on IRCTCApproximate fares for the 221 km journey. Actual fares vary by train, season, and booking time. Tatkal fares are higher.
| Class | Description | Approx. 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.
| 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.
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