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Varanasi to Gorakhpur Train

Schedule, Fares & Booking Information
🚆 ~4 hours 💰 from ₹85 🚌 ~221 km
Varanasi to Gorakhpur trains. Journey time: approximately 4 hrs. Compare flights and buses as alternatives on FareEagle.
~4 hrs
Journey time
~221 km
Distance
₹85+
Sleeper fare
Daily
Frequency
🚆 Varanasi to Gorakhpur train route

The Varanasi to Gorakhpur train route covers approximately 221 km by rail and takes around 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 short-distance route with day trains being the most convenient option. 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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💰 Varanasi to Gorakhpur train fare (approximate)

Approximate fares for the 221 km journey. Actual fares vary by train, season, and booking time. Tatkal fares are higher.

ClassDescriptionApprox. Fare
1AAC First Class Private 2-berth cabins with door, premium bedding ₹547
2AAC 2-Tier Curtained berths, comfortable for overnight ₹304
3AAC 3-Tier Most popular AC class, good value ₹219
SLSleeper Class Non-AC, budget-friendly with berths ₹85
2SSecond Sitting Non-AC reserved seating for short routes ₹49
CCAC Chair Car AC seating for day trains like Shatabdi ₹243

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

🚆 Trains from Varanasi to Gorakhpur (53 trains)
Train Departure Arrival Duration Runs Classes
NEW DELHI - GUWAHATI Poorvottar Sampark Kranti Exp
#12502 · SKr
MGS
MKA
Daily 1A,2A,3A,SL
New Delhi-Howrah Rajdhani Express
#12306 · Raj
01:55
MGS
06:28
MKA
4h 33m Daily 1A,2A,3A
AnandVihar Terminal-Bhagalpur Garib Rath
#22406 · GR
02:40
MGS
07:45
MKA
5h 05m Daily 3A,CC
Anand Vihar Terminus-Jaynagar Garib Rath Express
#12570 · GR
02:40
MGS
07:27
MKA
4h 47m Daily 3A
NEW DELHI - DIBRUGARH TOWN Rajdhani Exp
#12424 · Raj
23:00
MGS
04:01
MKA
5h 01m Daily 1A,2A,3A
New Delhi-Guwahati Rajdhani Express
#22424 · Raj
23:00
MGS
04:01
MKA
5h 01m Daily 1A,2A,3A
MUMBAI LTT - KAMAKHYA AC Exp
#12519 · SF
MGS
MKA
Daily 2A,3A,SL
Chauri Chaura Express
#15003 · Exp
00:40
BSB
06:50
GKP
6h 10m Daily 1A,2A,3A,SL
Bikaner Guwahati Express
#25631 · Exp
01:05
MGS
06:00
MKA
4h 55m Daily 3A,SL
BARMER - GUWAHATI Exp
#15631 · Exp
01:05
MGS
06:00
MKA
4h 55m Daily 2A,3A,SL
AKAL TAKHT Express
#12318 · SF
01:15
BSB
07:36
MKA
6h 21m Daily 2A,3A,SL
NANGAL DAM - KOLKATA CHITPUR Gurumukhi Exp
#12326 · SF
01:15
BSB
07:53
MKA
6h 38m Daily 2A,3A,SL
Udyan Abha Toofan Express
#13008 · Exp
01:25
MGS
08:49
MKA
7h 24m Daily 3A,SL
Ananya Express
#12316 · SF
03:00
MGS
07:54
MKA
4h 54m Daily 2A,3A,SL
Vikramshila Express
#12368 · SF
03:28
MGS
08:28
MKA
5h 00m Daily 1A,2A,3A,SL
Poorva Express
#12304 · SF
04:55
MGS
09:18
MKA
4h 23m Daily 1A,2A,3A,SL
Manduadih Gorakhpur InterCity
#15104 · Exp
05:45
BSB
11:10
GKP
5h 25m Daily 3A
OKHA - GUWAHATI EXP
#15635 · Exp
05:45
BSB
12:30
MKA
6h 45m Daily 2A,3A,SL
GANDHIDHAM - KAMAKHYA Exp
#15667 · Exp
05:45
BSB
13:09
MKA
7h 24m Daily 2A,3A,SL
MYSORE - DARBHANGA BAGMATI SF Exp
#12578 · SF
06:30
MGS
11:18
MKA
4h 48m Daily 2A,3A,SL
Pratham Swatantrata Sangram Express
#11106 · Exp
07:20
MGS
12:09
MKA
4h 49m Daily 3A,SL
Bapudham Express
#12538 · SF
07:55
BSB
11:35
GKP
3h 40m Daily 3A,SL
New Delhi-New Farakka Express
#14004 · Exp
08:15
BSB
15:43
MKA
7h 28m Daily 2A,3A,SL
Varanasi- Sealdah Express
#13134 · Exp
08:40
BSB
19:05
MKA
10h 25m Daily SL
MUMBAI LTT - GUWAHATI Exp
#15647 · Exp
09:15
MGS
15:01
MKA
5h 46m Daily 2A,3A,SL
MUMBAI LTT - GUWAHATI Exp
#15645 · Exp
09:15
MGS
15:01
MKA
5h 46m Daily 2A,3A,SL
MUMBAI LTT - BHAGALPUR SF Exp
#12336 · SF
09:15
MGS
15:01
MKA
5h 46m Daily 2A,3A,SL
SURAT - BHAGALPUR Tapti Ganga Exp
#19047 · Exp
09:50
MGS
15:16
MKA
5h 26m Daily 3A,SL
Kolkata Shalimar-Gorakhpur Bhojpuri Express
#15021 · Exp
10:45
MGS
16:20
GKP
5h 35m Daily 2A,3A,SL
Varanasi Gorakhpur Passenger
#55120 · Pass
11:10
BSB
18:55
GKP
7h 45m Daily
NewDelhi-Bhagalpur Weekly SF Express
#12350 · SF
11:32
MGS
16:24
MKA
4h 52m Daily 3A,SL
OLD DELHI - DIBRUGARH Brahmaputra Exp
#14056 · Mail
11:40
MGS
16:12
MKA
4h 32m Daily 2A,3A,SL
Janata Express
#13040 · Exp
12:15
MGS
19:59
MKA
7h 44m Daily
MUMBAI CST - ASANSOL SF Exp
#12362 · SF
12:35
MGS
18:22
MKA
5h 47m Daily 2A,3A,SL
MUMBAI LTT - RAXAUL Karmabhoomi Exp
#12546 · SF
12:35
MGS
18:31
MKA
5h 56m Daily
MUMBAI LTT - GORAKHPUR Kashi Exp
#15017 · Exp
13:00
BSB
19:10
GKP
6h 10m Daily 2A,3A,SL
Kolhapur-Gorakhpur Express Slip
#11039-Slip · Exp
13:00
BSB
19:10
GKP
6h 10m Daily SL
Kumbh Express
#12370 · SF
13:25
BSB
19:22
MKA
5h 57m Daily 2A,3A,SL
Upasana Express
#12328 · SF
13:25
BSB
19:22
MKA
5h 57m Daily 2A,3A,SL
Lal Quila Express
#13112 · Exp
14:15
MGS
22:03
MKA
7h 48m Daily 3A,SL
Durg-Nautanwa (via Varanasi)Express
#18201 · Exp
14:45
BSB
19:30
GKP
4h 45m Daily 2A,3A,SL
Farakka Express
#13414 · Exp
15:25
BSB
22:58
MKA
7h 33m Daily 2A,3A,SL
Farakka Express
#13484 · Exp
15:25
BSB
22:58
MKA
7h 33m Daily 2A,3A,SL
Amritsar Howrah Mail
#13006 · Mail
16:55
BSB
23:27
MKA
6h 32m Daily 1A,2A,3A,SL
Krishak Express
#15007 · Exp
17:00
BSB
22:40
GKP
5h 40m Daily 1A,2A,3A,SL
Vibhuti Express
#12334 · SF
18:10
BSB
00:01
MKA
5h 51m Daily 2A,3A,SL
DELHI ANAND VIHAR - GUWAHATI North East Exp
#12506 · SF
18:30
MGS
00:31
MKA
6h 01m Daily 2A,3A,SL
Mumbai LTT - Kamakhya (Weekly) Special
#05649 · Exp
19:15
MGS
01:23
MKA
6h 08m Daily 3A,SL
Amritsar Howrah Express
#13050 · Exp
19:15
BSB
04:00
MKA
8h 45m Daily 3A,SL
PUNE - GORAKHPUR Exp
#11037 · Exp
20:00
BSB
01:15
GKP
5h 15m Daily 2A,3A,SL
Himgiri Express
#12332 · SF
21:15
BSB
03:11
MKA
5h 56m Daily 2A,3A,SL
Sikkim Mahananda Express
#14084 · Exp
21:20
MGS
02:22
MKA
5h 02m Daily 2A,3A,SL
Manduadih-Gorakhpur Passenger
#55150 · Pass
23:15
BSB
07:15
GKP
8h 00m Daily

* Schedule may vary. Check IRCTC for latest timings and availability. Scroll to see all 53 trains.

💡 Train booking tips for Varanasi to Gorakhpur
📅
Book 120 days early
IRCTC opens bookings 120 days before journey date. Book early for popular routes — confirmed tickets sell out fast.
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.
💳
Carry valid photo ID
One passenger must carry original photo ID (Aadhaar, Passport, Voter ID, Driving License, or PAN card) during the journey.
📱
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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🔗 Useful railway resources

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Frequently asked questions
How long does the train take from Varanasi to Gorakhpur?
Trains from Varanasi to Gorakhpur take approximately 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 Varanasi to Gorakhpur?
Fares vary by class: Sleeper from ₹85, AC 3-Tier from ₹219, AC 2-Tier from ₹304. Tatkal and premium tickets cost more.
How many trains run from Varanasi to Gorakhpur daily?
Multiple trains operate on the Varanasi to Gorakhpur route daily, including Superfast, Express, and Mail trains. Check IRCTC for the latest schedule and availability.
How to book Varanasi to Gorakhpur 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 Varanasi to Gorakhpur?
Yes, there are direct trains on the Varanasi to Gorakhpur 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 Varanasi to Gorakhpur?
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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