The Nagpur to Vijayawada train route covers approximately 730 km by rail and takes around 13.3 hours depending on the type of train. Indian Railways operates multiple daily services on this route, connecting Maharashtra to Andhra Pradesh.
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 730 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 | ₹1,807 |
| 2AAC 2-Tier | Curtained berths, comfortable for overnight | ₹1,004 |
| 3AAC 3-Tier | Most popular AC class, good value | ₹723 |
| SLSleeper Class | Non-AC, budget-friendly with berths | ₹281 |
| 2SSecond Sitting | Non-AC reserved seating for short routes | ₹161 |
| CCAC Chair Car | AC seating for day trains like Shatabdi | ₹803 |
* 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
DELHI H NIZAMUDDIN - MADURAI Tamil Nadu S Kranti
#12652 · SKr
|
00:15 NGP |
10:35 BZA |
10h 20m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
Delhi H.Nizamuddin-Chennai Central Rajdhani Expres
#12434 · Raj
|
05:35 NGP |
14:20 BZA |
8h 45m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A |
|
H Nizamuddin-Chennai Garib Rath Express
#12612 · GR
|
05:35 NGP |
14:20 BZA |
8h 45m | Daily | 3A |
|
Hazrat Nizamuddin-Chennai Duronto
#12270 · Drnt
|
06:05 NGP |
14:45 BZA |
8h 40m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
GAYA - CHENNAI EGMORE SF Exp
#12389 · SF
|
01:50 NGP |
12:40 BZA |
10h 50m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Kerala Express
#12626 · SF
|
04:00 NGP |
14:45 BZA |
10h 45m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Rapti Sagar Express
#12511 · SF
|
04:20 NGP |
15:50 BZA |
11h 30m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Ahilyanagari Express
#16325 · Exp
|
04:20 NGP |
15:50 BZA |
11h 30m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Raptisagar Express
#12521 · SF
|
04:20 NGP |
15:50 BZA |
11h 30m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
Korba Tiruvananthapuram Express
#16327 · Exp
|
04:45 NGP |
15:50 BZA |
11h 05m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Chandigarh Chennai Express
#22688 · SF
|
08:40 NGP |
19:05 BZA |
10h 25m | Daily | 3A,SL |
|
Himsagar Express Slip
#16318-Slip · Exp
|
08:40 NGP |
19:05 BZA |
10h 25m | Daily | 2A,SL |
|
Dehradun Chennai Express
#12688 · SF
|
08:40 NGP |
19:05 BZA |
10h 25m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Navyug Express
#16688 · Exp
|
08:40 NGP |
19:05 BZA |
10h 25m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Navyug Express Slip
#16688-Slip · Exp
|
08:40 NGP |
19:05 BZA |
10h 25m | Daily | 2A,SL |
|
Himsagar Express
#16318 · Exp
|
08:40 NGP |
19:05 BZA |
10h 25m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Lucknow Chennai Express
#16094 · Exp
|
10:45 NGP |
00:40 BZA |
13h 55m | Daily | 3A,SL |
|
Andaman Express
#16032 · Exp
|
10:45 NGP |
00:40 BZA |
13h 55m | Daily | 3A,SL |
|
GrandTrunk Express
#12616 · SF
|
12:30 NGP |
23:15 BZA |
10h 45m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
Jaipur-Coimbatore Express
#12970 · SF
|
14:10 NGP |
02:10 BZA |
12h 00m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
Jaipur-Chennai SF Express
#12968 · SF
|
14:10 NGP |
02:10 BZA |
12h 00m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
Tamil Nadu Express
#12622 · SF
|
14:30 NGP |
00:15 BZA |
9h 45m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
Bilaspur Tirunelveli SF Express
#12787 · SF
|
15:15 NGP |
02:50 BZA |
11h 35m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Bilaspur-Ernakulam Express
#22815 · SF
|
15:15 NGP |
02:35 BZA |
11h 20m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
PATNA - ERNAKULAM Express
#16360 · Exp
|
15:20 NGP |
02:50 BZA |
11h 30m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
LUCKNOW - YESVANTPUR SF Exp
#12540 · SF
|
16:50 NGP |
02:50 BZA |
10h 00m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Dakshin Link SF Express
#12722-Slip · SF
|
17:45 NGP |
06:45 BZA |
13h 00m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
PATLIPUTRA - BANGALORE Sanghamitra SF Exp
#12296 · SF
|
18:10 NGP |
06:05 BZA |
11h 55m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
DARBHANGA - MYSORE BAGMATI SF Exp
#12577 · SF
|
18:45 NGP |
07:10 BZA |
12h 25m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
New Delhi-Puducherry SF Exp
#22404 · SF
|
18:45 NGP |
07:10 BZA |
12h 25m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
CHHAPRA - CHENNAI CENTRAL Ganga Kaveri Exp
#12670 · SF
|
19:45 NGP |
07:10 BZA |
11h 25m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Swarna Jayanti Express
#12804 · SF
|
23:25 NGP |
11:05 BZA |
11h 40m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Swarna Jayanti Express
#12644 · SF
|
23:25 NGP |
11:00 BZA |
11h 35m | Daily | 3A,SL |
|
Millennium Express
#12646 · SF
|
23:25 NGP |
11:00 BZA |
11h 35m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
D H NIZAMUDDIN - KANYAKUMARI Thirukkural Exp
#12642 · SF
|
23:25 NGP |
10:35 BZA |
11h 10m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
* Schedule may vary. Check IRCTC for latest timings and availability. Scroll to see all 35 trains.
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Official resources for Indian Railways travel:
IRCTC — Book train tickets online, check PNR status
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Indian Railways — Official website of Ministry of Railways