Kolkata → Lucknow
Search live fares, hotels or plan the whole trip
The Kolkata to Kanpur train route covers approximately 1,239 km by rail and takes around 22.5 hours depending on the type of train. Indian Railways operates multiple daily services on this route, connecting West Bengal to Uttar Pradesh.
This is a long-distance route with overnight trains being the most popular choice. 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 1,239 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 | ₹3,067 |
| 2AAC 2-Tier | Curtained berths, comfortable for overnight | ₹1,704 |
| 3AAC 3-Tier | Most popular AC class, good value | ₹1,227 |
| SLSleeper Class | Non-AC, budget-friendly with berths | ₹477 |
| 2SSecond Sitting | Non-AC reserved seating for short routes | ₹273 |
| CCAC Chair Car | AC seating for day trains like Shatabdi | ₹1,363 |
* 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Bhubaneswar-New Delhi Duronto
#12281 · Drnt
|
12:18 KGP |
00:40 CNB |
12h 22m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
Howrah-New Delhi Duronto Express
#12273 · Drnt
|
13:00 HWH |
01:03 CNB |
12h 03m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
West Bengal Sampark Kranti
#12329 · SKr
|
13:10 SDAH |
03:50 CNB |
14h 40m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
BHUBANESWAR - NEW DELHI RAJDHANI Express
#22823 · Raj
|
14:05 KGP |
05:20 CNB |
15h 15m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A |
|
Bhubaneshwar-New Delhi Rajdhani Express
#22811 · Raj
|
15:55 KGP |
05:20 CNB |
13h 25m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A |
|
KOL SEALDAH - NEW DELHI Rajdhani Exp
#12313 · Raj
|
16:50 SDAH |
05:10 CNB |
12h 20m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A |
|
Howrah-New Delhi Rajdhani Express
#12301 · Raj
|
16:55 HWH |
04:45 CNB |
11h 50m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A |
|
Sealdah-New Delhi AC Duronto Express
#12259 · Drnt
|
18:40 SDAH |
06:12 CNB |
11h 32m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A |
|
Orissa Sampark Kranti Express
#12819 · SKr
|
21:15 KGP |
13:40 CNB |
16h 25m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Purushottam SF Express
#12801 · SF
|
04:40 KGP |
22:10 CNB |
17h 30m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Poorva Express
#12381 · SF
|
08:20 HWH |
00:27 CNB |
16h 07m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
KOLKATA CHITPUR - AGRA CANTT SF Exp
#12319 · SF
|
13:10 KOAA |
03:50 CNB |
14h 40m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Sealdah - Amritsar Superfast Express
#12379 · SF
|
13:10 SDAH |
03:50 CNB |
14h 40m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
PURI - NEW DELHI Neelanchal SF Exp
#12875 · SF
|
17:35 KGP |
15:20 CNB |
21h 45m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Puri New Delhi Superfast Express
#12815 · SF
|
17:35 KGP |
10:10 CNB |
16h 35m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Howrah-NewDelhi SF Express
#12323 · SF
|
18:45 HWH |
10:10 CNB |
15h 25m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Kalka Mail
#12311 · SF
|
19:40 HWH |
12:30 CNB |
16h 50m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
HOWRAH - MUMBAI CST Mail (via Allahabad)
#12321 · SF
|
22:00 HWH |
00:55 KNW |
26h 55m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
KOLKATA CHITPUR - BIKANER Pratap Exp
#12496 · SF
|
22:40 KOAA |
14:00 CNB |
15h 20m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
HOWRAH - GANDHIDHAM Garbha Exp
#12938 · SF
|
23:00 HWH |
14:00 CNB |
15h 00m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Sealdah Ajmer Express
#12987 · SF
|
23:20 SDAH |
15:05 CNB |
15h 45m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Howrah-Jodhpur SF Express
#12307 · SF
|
23:30 HWH |
14:45 CNB |
15h 15m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Howrah-Bikaner Express
#12307-Slip · SF
|
23:30 HWH |
14:45 CNB |
15h 15m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
* Schedule may vary. Check IRCTC for latest timings and availability. Scroll to see all 23 trains.
Not sure if train is the best option? Compare with flights and buses for the Kolkata to Kanpur route:
Compare live fares, hotels and full trip bundles for your route.
Official resources for Indian Railways travel:
IRCTC — Book train tickets online, check PNR status
National Train Enquiry System — Live train status, schedule, seat availability
ConfirmTkt — PNR prediction and alternative route suggestions
Indian Railways — Official website of Ministry of Railways