The Kanpur to Patna train route covers approximately 657 km by rail and takes around 11.9 hours depending on the type of train. Indian Railways operates multiple daily services on this route, connecting Uttar Pradesh to Bihar.
This is a medium-distance route with both day and overnight options available. 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 657 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 | ₹1,626 |
| 2AAC 2-Tier | Curtained berths, comfortable for overnight | ₹903 |
| 3AAC 3-Tier | Most popular AC class, good value | ₹650 |
| SLSleeper Class | Non-AC, budget-friendly with berths | ₹253 |
| 2SSecond Sitting | Non-AC reserved seating for short routes | ₹145 |
| CCAC Chair Car | AC seating for day trains like Shatabdi | ₹723 |
* 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
NEW DELHI - GUWAHATI Poorvottar Sampark Kranti Exp
#12502 · SKr
|
06:20 CNB |
DNR |
Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL | |
|
NEW DELHI - DIBRUGARH TOWN Rajdhani Exp
#12424 · Raj
|
18:39 CNB |
01:53 DNR |
7h 14m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A |
|
New Delhi-Guwahati Rajdhani Express
#22424 · Raj
|
18:39 CNB |
01:53 DNR |
7h 14m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A |
|
New Delhi-Howrah Rajdhani Express
#12306 · Raj
|
21:42 CNB |
04:43 DNR |
7h 01m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A |
|
New Delhi Rajendra Nagar Rajdhani Express
#12310 · Raj
|
21:52 CNB |
05:27 DNR |
7h 35m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A |
|
AnandVihar Terminal-Bhagalpur Garib Rath
#22406 · GR
|
22:17 CNB |
05:23 DNR |
7h 06m | Daily | 3A,CC |
|
Anand Vihar Terminus-Jaynagar Garib Rath Express
#12570 · GR
|
22:17 CNB |
05:23 DNR |
7h 06m | Daily | 3A |
|
MUMBAI LTT - KAMAKHYA AC Exp
#12519 · SF
|
KNW |
DNR |
Daily | 2A,3A,SL | |
|
Pratham Swatantrata Sangram Express
#11106 · Exp
|
01:30 CNB |
10:27 DNR |
8h 57m | Daily | 3A,SL |
|
Magadh Express
#12402 · SF
|
02:45 CNB |
10:42 DNR |
7h 57m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
Mumbai LTT - Kamakhya (Weekly) Special
#05649 · Exp
|
03:05 KNW |
22:23 DNR |
19h 18m | Daily | 3A,SL |
|
Janata Express
#13040 · Exp
|
03:55 CNB |
16:22 DNR |
12h 27m | Daily | |
|
Indore-Patna Express
#19313 · Exp
|
04:05 CNB |
16:10 DNR |
12h 05m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Indore-Rajendranagar Express
#19321 · Exp
|
04:05 CNB |
16:12 DNR |
12h 07m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Mathura Patna Express
#13238 · Exp
|
04:30 CNB |
16:58 DNR |
12h 28m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Mathura Patna Express
#13240 · Exp
|
04:30 CNB |
17:05 DNR |
12h 35m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Farakka Express
#13414 · Exp
|
05:45 CNB |
20:05 DNR |
14h 20m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Farakka Express
#13484 · Exp
|
05:45 CNB |
20:05 DNR |
14h 20m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
OLD DELHI - DIBRUGARH Brahmaputra Exp
#14056 · Mail
|
05:55 CNB |
14:33 DNR |
8h 38m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
MUMBAI BANDRA T - PATNA Exp
#19049 · Exp
|
06:17 KNW |
03:22 DNR |
21h 05m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
NewDelhi-Bhagalpur Weekly SF Express
#12350 · SF
|
06:20 CNB |
14:53 DNR |
8h 33m | Daily | 3A,SL |
|
Lal Quila Express
#13112 · Exp
|
07:00 CNB |
18:40 DNR |
11h 40m | Daily | 3A,SL |
|
PUNE - PATLIPUTRA SF Exp
#12149 · SF
|
07:25 KNW |
03:40 DNR |
20h 15m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
MUMBAI LTT - RAJENDRA NAGAR PATNA Janta Exp
#13202 · Exp
|
08:15 KNW |
09:03 DNR |
24h 48m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
MUMBAI LTT - PATLIPUTRA SF Exp
#12141 · SF
|
08:30 KNW |
03:57 DNR |
19h 27m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
DELHI ANAND VIHAR - GUWAHATI North East Exp
#12506 · SF
|
13:00 CNB |
21:41 DNR |
8h 41m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Ajmer-RajendraNagar Ziyarat Express
#12396 · SF
|
13:40 CNB |
22:23 DNR |
8h 43m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Seemanchal Express
#12488 · SF
|
13:55 CNB |
23:17 DNR |
9h 22m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Sikkim Mahananda Express
#14084 · Exp
|
15:20 CNB |
23:43 DNR |
8h 23m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
VASCO DA GAMA - PATNA SF Exp
#12741 · SF
|
17:00 KNW |
11:56 DNR |
18h 56m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
MUMBAI LTT - GUWAHATI Exp
#15647 · Exp
|
17:40 KNW |
11:44 DNR |
18h 04m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
MUMBAI LTT - GUWAHATI Exp
#15645 · Exp
|
17:40 KNW |
11:44 DNR |
18h 04m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
MUMBAI LTT - BHAGALPUR SF Exp
#12336 · SF
|
17:40 KNW |
11:44 DNR |
18h 04m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
SURAT - BHAGALPUR Tapti Ganga Exp
#19047 · Exp
|
18:00 KNW |
12:24 DNR |
18h 24m | Daily | 3A,SL |
|
Azimabad Express
#12947 · SF
|
19:05 CNB |
03:40 DNR |
8h 35m | Daily | 3A,SL |
|
Bikaner Guwahati Express
#25631 · Exp
|
19:05 CNB |
04:22 DNR |
9h 17m | Daily | 3A,SL |
|
BARMER - GUWAHATI Exp
#15631 · Exp
|
19:05 CNB |
04:23 DNR |
9h 18m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
OKHA - GUWAHATI EXP
#15635 · Exp
|
19:30 CNB |
10:32 DNR |
15h 02m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
GANDHIDHAM - KAMAKHYA Exp
#15667 · Exp
|
19:30 CNB |
10:26 DNR |
14h 56m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Ananya Express
#12316 · SF
|
20:05 CNB |
05:58 DNR |
9h 53m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
MUMBAI CST - ASANSOL SF Exp
#12362 · SF
|
20:40 KNW |
15:52 DNR |
19h 12m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
MUMBAI LTT - RAXAUL Karmabhoomi Exp
#12546 · SF
|
20:50 KNW |
16:34 DNR |
19h 44m | Daily | |
|
Vikramshila Express
#12368 · SF
|
21:44 CNB |
06:45 DNR |
9h 01m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
Sampoorna Kranti Express
#12394 · SF
|
23:25 CNB |
06:47 DNR |
7h 22m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
Poorva Express
#12304 · SF
|
23:40 CNB |
07:21 DNR |
7h 41m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
* Schedule may vary. Check IRCTC for latest timings and availability. Scroll to see all 45 trains.
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Official resources for Indian Railways travel:
IRCTC — Book train tickets online, check PNR status
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