The Siliguri to Guwahati train route covers approximately 458 km by rail and takes around 8.3 hours depending on the type of train. Indian Railways operates multiple daily services on this route, connecting West Bengal to Assam.
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 458 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 | ₹1,134 |
| 2AAC 2-Tier | Curtained berths, comfortable for overnight | ₹630 |
| 3AAC 3-Tier | Most popular AC class, good value | ₹453 |
| SLSleeper Class | Non-AC, budget-friendly with berths | ₹176 |
| 2SSecond Sitting | Non-AC reserved seating for short routes | ₹101 |
| CCAC Chair Car | AC seating for day trains like Shatabdi | ₹504 |
* 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
|
00:20 NJP |
08:15 GHY |
7h 55m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
KOLKATA - GUWAHATI Garib Rath Exp
#12517 · GR
|
08:00 NJP |
15:40 GHY |
7h 40m | Daily | 3A |
|
NEW DELHI - DIBRUGARH TOWN Rajdhani Exp
#12424 · Raj
|
11:05 NJP |
17:20 GHY |
6h 15m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A |
|
New Delhi-Guwahati Rajdhani Express
#22424 · Raj
|
11:05 NJP |
17:20 GHY |
6h 15m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A |
|
NEW DELHI - DIBRUGARH Rajdhani Exp
#12236 · Raj
|
12:05 NJP |
19:00 GHY |
6h 55m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A |
|
NEW DELHI - DIBRUGARH TOWN Rajdhani Exp
#12436 · Raj
|
12:05 NJP |
19:00 GHY |
6h 55m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A |
|
BENGALURU - NEW TINSUKIA Weekly Exp
#15901 · Exp
|
00:10 NJP |
08:15 GHY |
32h 05m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
TRIVANDRUM - GUWAHATI SF Exp
#12507 · SF
|
00:10 NJP |
07:55 GHY |
31h 45m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
MUMBAI LTT - GUWAHATI Exp
#15645 · Exp
|
01:25 NJP |
11:30 GHY |
10h 05m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
HOWRAH - GUWAHATI Saraighat SF Exp
#12345 · SF
|
02:00 NJP |
09:30 GHY |
7h 30m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
MUMBAI LTT - GUWAHATI Exp
#15647 · Exp
|
03:40 NJP |
13:00 GHY |
9h 20m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
KANNIYAKUMARI - DIBRUGARH Vivek Exp
#15905 · Exp
|
03:40 NJP |
13:45 GHY |
10h 05m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
OLD DELHI - DIBRUGARH Brahmaputra Exp
#14056 · Mail
|
04:45 NJP |
14:25 GHY |
9h 40m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
HOWRAH - DIBRUGARH Kamrup Exp
#15959 · Exp
|
06:30 NJP |
15:40 GHY |
9h 10m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Amritsar-DibrugarhTown Weekly Express
#15934 · Exp
|
08:00 NJP |
15:50 GHY |
7h 50m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
DELHI ANAND VIHAR - GUWAHATI North East Exp
#12506 · SF
|
08:35 NJP |
16:40 GHY |
8h 05m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Chandigarh-Dibrugarh Weekly Express
#15904 · Exp
|
10:35 NJP |
18:30 GHY |
7h 55m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
RAJENDRA NAGAR - GUWAHATI Capital Exp
#13248 · Exp
|
12:35 NJP |
GHY |
Daily | 2A,3A,SL | |
|
JHAJHA - DIBRUGARH Exp
#15941 · Exp
|
12:55 NJP |
22:15 GHY |
9h 20m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
PURI - GUWAHATI Exp
#15639 · Exp
|
12:55 NJP |
22:00 GHY |
9h 05m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
JAMMU TAWI - GUWAHATI Lohit Exp
#15652 · Exp
|
14:05 NJP |
22:55 GHY |
8h 50m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
JAMMU TAWI - GUWAHATI Amarnath Exp
#15654 · Exp
|
14:05 NJP |
22:55 GHY |
8h 50m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Bikaner Guwahati Express
#25631 · Exp
|
15:20 NJP |
23:15 GHY |
7h 55m | Daily | 3A,SL |
|
BARMER - GUWAHATI Exp
#15631 · Exp
|
15:20 NJP |
23:15 GHY |
7h 55m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Jivachh Link Express
#25610 · Exp
|
18:10 NJP |
04:00 GHY |
9h 50m | Daily | 3A,SL |
|
Awadh Assam Express
#15610 · Exp
|
18:10 NJP |
04:00 GHY |
9h 50m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
KOLKATA SEALDAH - GUWAHATI KanchanJungha Exp
#15657 · Exp
|
18:30 NJP |
04:30 GHY |
10h 00m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
CHENNAI EGMORE - DIBRUGARH Weekly Exp
#15929 · Exp
|
19:30 NJP |
04:55 GHY |
9h 25m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
CHENNAI EGMORE - GUWAHATI Exp
#15629 · Exp
|
19:30 NJP |
04:55 GHY |
9h 25m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
BENGALURU - GUWAHATI (Kaziranga) SF Express
#12509 · SF
|
21:45 NJP |
05:50 GHY |
8h 05m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
RIVANDRUM - GUWAHATI Exp
#12515 · SF
|
21:45 NJP |
05:50 GHY |
8h 05m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
SECUNDERABAD - GUWAHATI Exp
#12513 · SF
|
21:45 NJP |
05:50 GHY |
8h 05m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
OKHA - GUWAHATI EXP
#15635 · Exp
|
22:10 NJP |
07:05 GHY |
8h 55m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
* Schedule may vary. Check IRCTC for latest timings and availability. Scroll to see all 33 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