The Vadodara to Mathura train route covers approximately 990 km by rail and takes around 18 hours depending on the type of train. Indian Railways operates multiple daily services on this route, connecting Gujarat to Uttar Pradesh.
This is a medium-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 990 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 | ₹2,450 |
| 2AAC 2-Tier | Curtained berths, comfortable for overnight | ₹1,361 |
| 3AAC 3-Tier | Most popular AC class, good value | ₹980 |
| SLSleeper Class | Non-AC, budget-friendly with berths | ₹381 |
| 2SSecond Sitting | Non-AC reserved seating for short routes | ₹218 |
| CCAC Chair Car | AC seating for day trains like Shatabdi | ₹1,089 |
* 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
TRIVANDRUM - DELHI H NIZAMUDDIN Rajdhani Exp
#12431 · Raj
|
00:26 BRC |
11:03 MTJ |
10h 37m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A |
|
ERNAKULAM - DELHI H NIZAMUDDIN Duronto Exp
#12283 · Drnt
|
00:58 BRC |
13:48 MTJ |
12h 50m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
MADGAON - CHANDIGARH Goa Sampark Kranti Exp
#12449 · SKr
|
02:28 BRC |
14:59 MTJ |
12h 31m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
Pune - Hazrat Nizamuddin AC Duronto Express
#12263 · Drnt
|
18:13 BRC |
05:33 MTJ |
11h 20m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A |
|
Gujarat Sampark Kranti Express
#12917 · SKr
|
19:40 BRC |
08:00 MTJ |
12h 20m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
KOCHUVELI - CHANDIGARH Kerala Sampark Kranti Exp
#12217 · SKr
|
19:50 BRC |
08:31 MTJ |
12h 41m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
Mumbai Central-New Delhi Rajdhani Express
#12951 · Raj
|
21:22 BRC |
07:02 MTJ |
9h 40m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A |
|
Bandra Terminus- Hazrat Nizamuddin Garib Rath
#12909 · GR
|
21:51 BRC |
07:25 MTJ |
9h 34m | Daily | 3A,CC |
|
MumbaiCentral-H Nizamuddin August Kranti Rajdhani Express
#12953 · Raj
|
22:52 BRC |
09:00 MTJ |
10h 08m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A |
|
Maharashtra Sampark Kranti Express
#12907 · SKr
|
23:05 BRC |
11:45 MTJ |
12h 40m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Golden Temple Mail
#12903 · SF
|
03:03 BRC |
16:20 MTJ |
13h 17m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
Bandra T - Dehradun Express
#19019 · Exp
|
06:55 BRC |
02:20 MTJ |
19h 25m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Sarvodaya SF Express
#12473 · SF
|
13:50 BRC |
02:00 MTJ |
12h 10m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Hapa - Jammu Tawi Sarvodaya SF Express
#12475 · SF
|
13:50 BRC |
02:00 MTJ |
12h 10m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Jamnagar - Jammu Tawi SF Sindhu Express
#12477 · SF
|
13:50 BRC |
02:00 MTJ |
12h 10m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Mumbai Bandra (T.) - Jammu Tawi SF Swaraj Express
#12471 · SF
|
13:50 BRC |
02:00 MTJ |
12h 10m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Mumbai Firozpur Janata Express
#19023 · Exp
|
16:20 BRC |
09:35 MTJ |
17h 15m | Daily | SL |
|
Paschim Express
#12925 · SF
|
18:06 BRC |
07:45 MTJ |
13h 39m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
Paschim Express Slip
#12925-Slip · SF
|
18:06 BRC |
07:45 MTJ |
13h 39m | Daily | 3A,SL |
|
Kochuveli-Dehradun Weekly Express
#12287 · SF
|
19:50 BRC |
08:30 MTJ |
12h 40m | Daily | 3A,SL |
|
KOCHUVELI - AMRITSAR SF Exp
#12483 · SF
|
19:50 BRC |
08:31 MTJ |
12h 41m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Valsad-Haridwar Exp
#12911 · SF
|
19:50 BRC |
07:45 MTJ |
11h 55m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
BANDRA TERMINUS - JAMMU TAWI AC Suvidha Special (Starts 4 April)
#09021 · SF
|
23:05 BRC |
11:36 MTJ |
12h 31m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
* Schedule may vary. Check IRCTC for latest timings and availability. Scroll to see all 23 trains.
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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