The Warangal to Bhopal train route covers approximately 851 km by rail and takes around 15.5 hours depending on the type of train. Indian Railways operates multiple daily services on this route, connecting Telangana to Madhya 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 851 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 | ₹2,106 |
| 2AAC 2-Tier | Curtained berths, comfortable for overnight | ₹1,170 |
| 3AAC 3-Tier | Most popular AC class, good value | ₹842 |
| SLSleeper Class | Non-AC, budget-friendly with berths | ₹328 |
| 2SSecond Sitting | Non-AC reserved seating for short routes | ₹187 |
| CCAC Chair Car | AC seating for day trains like Shatabdi | ₹936 |
* 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Chennai Central-Delhi H.Nizamuddin Rajdhani Expres
#12433 · Raj
|
14:40 WL |
02:10 BPL |
11h 30m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A |
|
Chennai Central-H.Nizamuddin Garib Rath Express
#12611 · GR
|
14:42 WL |
02:10 BPL |
11h 28m | Daily | 3A |
|
Chennai-Hazrat Nizamuddin Duronto Express
#12269 · Drnt
|
14:51 WL |
01:38 BPL |
10h 47m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
MADURAI - DELHI H NIZAMUDDIN Tamil Nadu S Kranti
#12651 · SKr
|
19:16 WL |
08:10 BPL |
12h 54m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
Link Superfast Express
#12861 · SF
|
00:33 WL |
16:45 BPL |
16h 12m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Coimbatore-Jaipur Express
#12969 · SF
|
03:17 WL |
18:00 BPL |
14h 43m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
Chennai-Jaipur SF Express
#12967 · SF
|
03:17 WL |
18:00 BPL |
14h 43m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
Grand Trunk (GT) Express
#12615 · SF
|
05:05 WL |
19:20 BPL |
14h 15m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
Tamil Nadu Express
#12621 · SF
|
07:05 WL |
20:25 BPL |
13h 20m | Daily | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
|
Raptisagar Express
#12522 · SF
|
09:22 WL |
00:10 BPL |
14h 48m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Rapti Sagar Expres
#12512 · SF
|
09:22 WL |
00:10 BPL |
14h 48m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Ahilyanagari Express
#16326 · Exp
|
09:22 WL |
00:15 BPL |
14h 53m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Kerala Express
#12625 · SF
|
13:05 WL |
02:55 BPL |
13h 50m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Millennium Expres
#12645 · SF
|
17:35 WL |
06:35 BPL |
13h 00m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Swarna Jayanthi Express
#12643 · SF
|
17:35 WL |
06:35 BPL |
13h 00m | Daily | 3A,SL |
|
Visakhapatnam-Nizamuddin SwarnaJayanthi Express
#12803 · SF
|
17:35 WL |
06:35 BPL |
13h 00m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Chennai Lucknow Express
#16093 · Exp
|
18:00 WL |
10:05 BPL |
16h 05m | Daily | 3A,SL |
|
Andaman Express
#16031 · Exp
|
18:00 WL |
10:05 BPL |
16h 05m | Daily | 3A,SL |
|
KANYAKUMARI - D H NIZAMUDDIN Thirukkural Exp
#12641 · SF
|
19:23 WL |
08:10 BPL |
12h 47m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
TIRUNELVELI - KATRA Exp
#16787 · Exp
|
19:45 WL |
09:25 BPL |
13h 40m | Daily | 2A,SL |
|
Navyug Express
#16687 · Exp
|
19:45 WL |
09:25 BPL |
13h 40m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Himsagar Express
#16317 · Exp
|
19:45 WL |
09:25 BPL |
13h 40m | Daily | 3A,SL |
|
Chennai Dehradun Express
#12687 · SF
|
20:35 WL |
09:50 BPL |
13h 15m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
|
Chennai Chandigarh Express Slip
#12687-Slip · SF
|
20:35 WL |
09:50 BPL |
13h 15m | Daily | 3A,SL |
|
Puducherry-New Delhi SF Express
#22403 · SF
|
23:55 WL |
14:45 BPL |
14h 50m | Daily | 2A,3A,SL |
* Schedule may vary. Check IRCTC for latest timings and availability. Scroll to see all 25 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
