Prayagraj to Aligarh Train from ₹241

~11.4 hrs

Journey time

~625 km

Distance

₹241+

Sleeper fare

Daily

Frequency

🚆 Prayagraj to Aligarh train route

The Prayagraj to Aligarh train route covers approximately 625 km by rail and takes around 11.4 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 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.

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💰 Prayagraj to Aligarh train fare (approximate)

Approximate fares for the 625 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	₹1,547
2AAC 2-Tier	Curtained berths, comfortable for overnight	₹859
3AAC 3-Tier	Most popular AC class, good value	₹619
SLSleeper Class	Non-AC, budget-friendly with berths	₹241
2SSecond Sitting	Non-AC reserved seating for short routes	₹138
CCAC Chair Car	AC seating for day trains like Shatabdi	₹688

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

🚆 Trains from Prayagraj to Aligarh (51 trains)

Train	Departure	Arrival	Duration	Runs	Classes
Rajendra Nagar-New Delhi Rajdhani Express #12309 · Raj	00:28 ALD	06:06 ALJN	5h 38m	Daily	1A,2A,3A
Jaynagar-Delhi AnandViharT Garib Rath #12569 · GR	00:55 ALD	06:07 ALJN	5h 12m	Daily	3A
Bhagalpur - Delhi AnandVihar T. Garib Rath Express #22405 · GR	00:55 ALD	06:05 ALJN	5h 10m	Daily	3A,CC
West Bengal Sampark Kranti #12329 · SKr	01:07 ALD	09:39 ALJN	8h 32m	Daily	2A,3A,SL
Sasaram-Anand ViharT Delhi GariRath Express #22409 · GR	01:25 ALD	09:32 ALJN	8h 07m	Daily	3A
Howrah-New Delhi Rajdhani Express #12301 · Raj	02:45 ALD	08:28 ALJN	5h 43m	Daily	1A,2A,3A
Howrah-New Delhi Rajdhani Express #12305 · Raj	02:45 ALD	08:28 ALJN	5h 43m	Daily	1A,2A,3A
Guwahati-New Delhi Rajdhani Express #22423 · Raj	02:55 ALD	08:42 ALJN	5h 47m	Daily	1A,2A,3A
DIBRUGARH TOWN - NEW DELHI Rajdhani Exp #12423 · Raj	02:55 ALD	08:41 ALJN	5h 46m	Daily	1A,2A,3A
KOL SEALDAH - NEW DELHI Rajdhani Exp #12313 · Raj	03:02 ALD	08:53 ALJN	5h 51m	Daily	1A,2A,3A
Bhubaneshwar-New Delhi Rajdhani Express #22811 · Raj	03:12 ALD	09:07 ALJN	5h 55m	Daily	1A,2A,3A
BHUBANESWAR - NEW DELHI RAJDHANI Express #22823 · Raj	03:12 ALD	09:07 ALJN	5h 55m	Daily	1A,2A,3A
Ranchi-New Delhi Rajdhani Express #12453 · Raj	03:40 ALD	09:24 ALJN	5h 44m	Daily	1A,2A,3A
RANCHI - NEW DELHI Rajdhani Exp #12439 · Raj	03:40 ALD	09:24 ALJN	5h 44m	Daily	1A,2A,3A
Ranchi-New Delhi Garib Rath #12877 · GR	03:44 ALD	09:24 ALJN	5h 40m	Daily	3A
Sealdah-New Delhi AC Duronto Express #12259 · Drnt	04:00 ALD	09:43 ALJN	5h 43m	Daily	1A,2A,3A
GUWAHATI - NEW DELHI Poorvottar Sampark Kranti Exp #12501 · SKr	04:20 ALD	11:13 ALJN	6h 53m	Daily	1A,2A,3A,SL
Orissa Sampark Kranti Express #12819 · SKr	10:40 ALD	18:47 ALJN	8h 07m	Daily	2A,3A,SL
Jharkhand Sampark Kranti Express #12825 · SKr	11:04 ALD	18:50 ALJN	7h 46m	Daily	2A,3A,SL
Bhubaneswar-New Delhi Duronto #12281 · Drnt	22:11 ALD	04:39 ALJN	6h 28m	Daily	1A,2A,3A,SL
Allahabad-New Delhi Duronto Express #12275 · Drnt	22:40 ALD	04:34 ALJN	5h 54m	Daily	1A,2A,3A,SL
Howrah-New Delhi Duronto Express #12273 · Drnt	22:44 ALD	04:45 ALJN	6h 01m	Daily	1A,2A,3A,SL
Magadh Express #12401 · SF	00:45 ALD	09:25 ALJN	8h 40m	Daily	1A,2A,3A,SL
Sealdah - Amritsar Superfast Express #12379 · SF	01:12 ALD	09:43 ALJN	8h 31m	Daily	2A,3A,SL
Swatantrata Sainani Express #12561 · SF	03:50 ALD	10:00 ALJN	6h 10m	Daily	1A,2A,3A,SL
Bhagalpur-NewDelhi Weekly SF Express #12349 · SF	04:20 ALD	11:11 ALJN	6h 51m	Daily	3A,SL
Jharkhand Swarna Jayanti SF Express #12817 · SF	04:45 ALD	12:07 ALJN	7h 22m	Daily	2A,3A,SL
Jharkhand Swarna Jayanti Express #12873 · SF	05:00 ALD	12:07 ALJN	7h 07m	Daily	2A,3A,SL
Sikkim Mahananda Express #14083 · Exp	06:35 ALD	15:00 ALJN	8h 25m	Daily	2A,3A,SL
Howrah-NewDelhi SF Express #12323 · SF	07:40 ALD	15:05 ALJN	7h 25m	Daily	2A,3A,SL
Puri New Delhi Superfast Express #12815 · SF	07:40 ALD	14:15 ALJN	6h 35m	Daily	2A,3A,SL
Rourkela-JammuTawi Express #18601 · Exp	09:05 ALD	17:55 ALJN	8h 50m	Daily	2A,3A,SL
Tatanagar Jammu Tawi Express #18101 · Exp	09:05 ALD	17:55 ALJN	8h 50m	Daily	2A,3A,SL
Kalka Mail #12311 · SF	09:30 ALD	17:30 ALJN	8h 00m	Daily	1A,2A,3A,SL
GUWAHATI - DELHI ANAND VIHAR North East Exp #12505 · SF	09:40 ALD	16:46 ALJN	7h 06m	Daily	2A,3A,SL
Seemanchal Express #12487 · SF	11:55 ALD	18:31 ALJN	6h 36m	Daily	2A,3A,SL
Unchahar Express #14217 · Exp	14:15 ALD	01:26 ALJN	11h 11m	Daily	2A,3A,SL
Lal Quila Express #13111 · Exp	15:30 ALD	23:59 ALJN	8h 29m	Daily	3A,SL
Sangam Express #14163 · Exp	17:45 ALD	03:00 ALJN	9h 15m	Daily	2A,3A,SL
Sangam Express Slip #14163-Slip · Exp	17:45 ALD	03:05 ALJN	9h 20m	Daily	2A,SL
DIBRUGARH - OLD DELHI Brahmaputra Exp #14055 · Mail	19:25 ALD	02:50 ALJN	7h 25m	Daily	2A,3A,SL
Lichhavi Express #14005 · Exp	19:35 ALD	02:25 ALJN	6h 50m	Daily	2A,3A,SL
Purushottam SF Express #12801 · SF	19:45 ALD	02:38 ALJN	6h 53m	Daily	2A,3A,SL
Mahabodhi Express #12397 · SF	20:10 ALD	02:20 ALJN	6h 10m	Daily	2A,3A,SL
REWA - DELHI ANAND VIHAR SF Exp #12427 · SF	21:00 ALD	03:40 ALJN	6h 40m	Daily	2A,3A,SL
Prayagraj Express #12417 · SF	21:30 ALD	04:20 ALJN	6h 50m	Daily	1A,2A,3A,SL
Poorva Express #12303 · SF	22:05 ALD	04:34 ALJN	6h 29m	Daily	1A,2A,3A,SL
Poorva Express #12381 · SF	22:05 ALD	04:34 ALJN	6h 29m	Daily	1A,2A,3A,SL
Shiv Ganga Express #12559 · SF	22:30 ALD	05:49 ALJN	7h 19m	Daily	1A,2A,3A,SL
Vikramshila Express #12367 · SF	22:35 ALD	06:05 ALJN	7h 30m	Daily	1A,2A,3A,SL
Sampoorna Kranti Express #12393 · SF	23:22 ALD	06:48 ALJN	7h 26m	Daily	1A,2A,3A,SL

* Schedule may vary. Check IRCTC for latest timings and availability. Scroll to see all 51 trains.

💡 Train booking tips for Prayagraj to Aligarh

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Book 120 days early
IRCTC opens bookings 120 days before journey date. Book early for popular routes — confirmed tickets sell out fast.

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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.

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Carry valid photo ID
One passenger must carry original photo ID (Aadhaar, Passport, Voter ID, Driving License, or PAN card) during the journey.

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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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Choose overnight trains
For this 625 km route, overnight trains save you a hotel night. Trains departing 6-10 PM arrive next morning.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does the train take from Prayagraj to Aligarh? ▼

Trains from Prayagraj to Aligarh take approximately 11.4 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 Prayagraj to Aligarh? ▼

Fares vary by class: Sleeper from ₹241, AC 3-Tier from ₹619, AC 2-Tier from ₹859. Tatkal and premium tickets cost more.

How many trains run from Prayagraj to Aligarh daily? ▼

Multiple trains operate on the Prayagraj to Aligarh route daily, including Superfast, Express, and Mail trains. Check IRCTC for the latest schedule and availability.

How to book Prayagraj to Aligarh 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 Prayagraj to Aligarh? ▼

Yes, there are direct trains on the Prayagraj to Aligarh 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 Prayagraj to Aligarh? ▼

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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