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Varanasi to Delhi Train Information

Distance
780 kms
Duration
11h 52m
Trains During Day
21
Trains At Night
44

Online Train Ticket Booking from Varanasi to Delhi

Looking to book Varanasi to Delhi trains? Booking a train ticket from Varanasi to Delhi is now easier than ever on redRail. Whether you want to check the timetable for Varanasi to Delhi trains or find the train seat availability from Varanasi to Delhi, redRail is one-stop for all train enquiries. Varanasi to Delhi are two of the popular cities in India, and trains are considered as one of the most efficient and convenient ways to travel between these cities.

To book a train from Varanasi to Delhi, all you need to do is to enter your travel details on the top of the page, choose from the list of trains available, check out the desired train seat availability, and proceed to train ticket booking by entering your details and paying the cost. You can then receive the confirmed tickets shortly. The easy-to-understand and adaptable interface, easy railway ticket booking process, and affordable train fare make redRail a great choice for those looking to book a Varanasi to Delhi train.

There are 65 trains running from Varanasi to Delhi covering an approximate distance of 780 kms. While some trains run on a daily basis, others run weekly. A large number of travelers choose to reach Delhi from Varanasi by train. The first train from Varanasi to Delhi is MLDT NDLS EXP (14003), departing at 00:05 from Varanasi Junction (BSB). RAJDHANI EXPRES (22823) is the fastest among the Varanasi to Delhi Trains. It departs from Pt Dd Upadhyaya Ju (DDU) at 00:45 and arrives at New Delhi (NDLS) at 09:55, covering the distance in just 9 hrs 10 mins. The last train from Varanasi to Delhi is MLDT ANVT EXP (13429), departing at 23:55 from Varanasi Junction (BSB). You can get detailed information about Varanasi to Delhi train timetable, availability, fare, running status, coach position, and PNR on redRail. 

Weekly Trains from Varanasi to Delhi

There are 22 trains running weekly from Varanasi to Delhi. Below is a list of trains running weekly from Varanasi to Delhi.
Train NameDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationMinimum Ticket Price
DURONTO EXPRESS (12281)21:0506:359 hrs 30 mins₹785
PORVOTR S KRNTI (14037)02:0012:3510 hrs 35 mins₹415
TEJAS EXPRESS (20501)01:3510:509 hrs 15 mins₹2000
HWH BKN SF EXP (12371)19:1009:5014 hrs 40 mins₹445
KYQ BGKT EXP (15624)19:1009:5014 hrs 40 mins₹250
BSB ADI EXPRESS (19408)15:3506:0514 hrs 30 mins₹435
SADBHAVANA EXP (14017)11:4504:4517 hrs 0 mins₹425
BUI ANVT SF EXP (22427)01:1012:2511 hrs 15 mins₹430
MLDT ANVT EXP (13429)23:5514:2514 hrs 30 mins₹415
GODA NDLS HMSFR (12349)02:0012:3510 hrs 35 mins₹1325
TRIPURA SUNDARI (14619)02:0012:5010 hrs 35 mins₹245
RNC NDLS RAJ EX (20407)01:4511:109 hrs 25 mins₹1945
RAJDHANI EXPRES (20817)00:4509:559 hrs 10 mins₹2030
RAJDHANI EXPRES (12305)00:5510:059 hrs 10 mins₹3305
SRC ANVT SF EXP (22857)22:4008:4010 hrs 0 mins₹440
BABA B DHAM EXP (22465)20:2206:2510 hrs 3 mins₹440
HLZ ANVT SF EXP (12443)22:4008:4010 hrs 0 mins₹440
ANVT GARIB RATH (22409)22:4008:4010 hrs 0 mins₹815
SAMPARK K EXP (12329)22:4008:4010 hrs 0 mins₹440
BBS ANVT S F (22805)08:4019:3510 hrs 55 mins₹440
CPR DLI EXP (15115)14:2511:2020 hrs 55 mins₹425
BUI ANVT SF SPL (04055)16:5506:3513 hrs 40 mins₹540

Daily Trains from Varanasi to Delhi

There are 17 trains running daily from Varanasi to Delhi. Below is a list of trains running daily from Varanasi to Delhi.
Train NameDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationMinimum Ticket Price
SWATANTRA S EXP (12561)04:5015:4010 hrs 50 mins₹430
LICHCHVI EXPRES (14005)14:4004:1513 hrs 35 mins₹400
BSBS NDLS SFEXP (12581)23:1011:3012 hrs 20 mins₹430
SHIV GANGA EXP (12559)22:1508:2510 hrs 10 mins₹430
KASHI V NATH EXP (15127)13:3005:4016 hrs 10 mins₹415
RAJDHANI EXPRES (12313)01:2510:509 hrs 25 mins₹1945
PURUSHOTTAM EXP (12801)17:0004:0011 hrs 0 mins₹445
MAHABODHI EXP (12397)17:2004:1010 hrs 50 mins₹445
RAJDHANI EXP (12423)01:0510:309 hrs 25 mins₹1935
MAGADH EXP (20801)22:0411:5013 hrs 46 mins₹445
S KRANTI SUP EX (12393)22:3207:559 hrs 23 mins₹445
RJPB TEJAS RAJ (12309)22:2207:409 hrs 18 mins₹1405
BRAHMAPUTRA EXP (15658)16:4504:3511 hrs 50 mins₹415
SIKKIMMAHANANDA (15483)07:0021:4514 hrs 45 mins₹415
NORTHEAST EXP (12505)10:0021:5011 hrs 50 mins₹440
VIKRAMSHILA EXP (12367)20:3507:2010 hrs 45 mins₹440
SEEMANCHAL EXP (12487)09:3520:4511 hrs 10 mins₹440

Varanasi to Delhi Train Ticket Price

The Varanasi to Delhi train ticket price varies based on the journey date, the type of coach, and your budget preferences. The minimum ticket price from Varanasi to Delhi is ₹415, while the maximum ticket price from Varanasi to Delhi is ₹2705.
Here are the cheapest train ticket prices from Varanasi to Delhi for all classes:
ClassMinimum Price
1A₹2705
2A₹1610
3A₹1125
SL₹415
3E₹1080

Varanasi to Delhi Train Timings

The total time taken by different trains running from Varanasi to Delhi can vary based on the type of train, number of stops and various other factors. The first train leaving from Varanasi to Delhi is at 00:05, while the last train is at 23:55.

About Varanasi

Varanasi, also known as Kashi, Benaras, and Banaras, is an Indian spiritual hub with an interesting history. Varanasi exudes opulence in every manner, from its rich festivals honouring Hindu gods and deities to its famed ceremonial ghats and delectable cuisine. A city with vibrant colours may appear overwhelming owing to the range of sights, sounds, and scents available. You are welcome to explore the spiritually charged labyrinth. Along these winding pathways are homes, historical buildings, shrines, and even businesses.

About Delhi

Delhi, India's capital, is the country's political and cultural centre. Delhi, often known as Dilli, is well known for its diversity. It serves as the focal point of every action in India. Travelling to Delhi includes more than simply studying the history; it also means comparing it to the present. Delhi is exuding with magnificent sights, noises, and scents. There is never enough time to truly appreciate India's mind-boggling capital city, no matter if your objective is to buy textiles, see historical landmarks, peruse crowded bazaar alleyways, or indulge in butter chicken in the region where the dish originated.

Major Railway Stations between Varanasi to Delhi

Gyanpur, Prayagraj, Lucknow, Kanpur, Aligarh, Ghaziabad, Amethi, Moradabad, Rae Bareli, and Rampur are just a handful of the stations where trains from Varanasi to Delhi halt. Most trains make a two to ten-minute stop at each station. However, depending on the rail route you take from Varanasi to Delhi, the stations on this list may change. This may be checked on the redRail app via redBus.

Popular Places to Visit in Delhi

  • The Akshardham Temple

The Akshardham Temple, which is situated in India's capital city of New Delhi, is an architectural marvel that exemplifies the vast cultural heritage of the nation. It is devoted to Lord Swaminarayan, a prominent avatar in Hinduism.

  • Tomb of Humayun

The Humayun's Tomb, one of Delhi's most beautiful structures, is a magnificent example of Mughal architecture and is ideally situated on the banks of the Yamuna River. The second Mughal emperor and father of Akbar the Great, Humayun, as well as several other members of the royal family, are interred in Humayun's Tomb.

  • Lodhi Garden

Spread over 90 acres, the Lodhi Garden is home to the tombs of many rulers from the Lodhi dynasty. It offers a break from Delhi’s noisy streets. A day picnic in Lodhi Garden is one of the most well-liked wintertime activities in Delhi.

  • India Gate

Edwin Lutyens built and constructed the India Gate in 1921. With an arched construction, the India Gate rises 42 metres high in the middle of the city. The monument is made of stones from Bharatpur that are light brown. This war memorial honours the tens of thousands of British Indian Army personnel who lost their lives in combat. It mimics both the Gateway of India in Mumbai and the Arc de Triomphe in Paris. Amar Jawan Jyoti, a smaller memorial with an unquenchable flame, is located just beneath the archway if you proceed up to it.

  • Lotus Temple

The Lotus Temple, a Bahá'i house of worship that was constructed in the shape of a lotus, is accessible to people of all groups and faiths. It is among the greatest locations for finding inner tranquillity, comfort, and mental and spiritual renewal.

  • Rashtrapati Bhavan

The president's formal house is also a famous tourist attraction, also known as the Viceroy's House and the Presidential House. According to historical sources, the Rashtrapati Bhavan was built as the residence of the British Viceroy after the decision to designate Delhi the new capital was made with certainty.

  • Red Fort

Shah Jahan, who relocated the Mughal empire's capital from Agra to Delhi in the middle of the 17th century, erected the sandstone stronghold known as the Red Fort. You may see the Red Fort and Jama Masjid on the same day because it takes around 10 minutes to walk between them.

  • Chandani Chowk:

Chandani Chowk is a food lover's paradise, with a wide selection of street cuisine that can make everyone salivate. You can try local delicacies like jalebis, rasmalai, and mishti doi and mouth-watering snacks like samosas, chole bhature, kachori, chaat, parathas, etc.

  • Dilli Haat

Operated by the DTTDC (Delhi Tourism and Transportation Development Corporation), Dilli Haat is a food court and craft mart. This location appears vivid and colourful and is constantly bustling with tourists because of the abundance of local handicrafts.

  • Nehru Planetarium:

Visiting the Nehru Planetarium is one of the kid-friendly activities to do in Delhi. The Nehru Planetarium, which is housed inside the same grounds as Teen Murti Bhavan, hosts presentations about the solar system, galaxy, cosmos, and the activities of numerous planets.

From October to March is the ideal season to visit Delhi. Particularly in the autumn (October to November) and spring (February to March), the skies are bright, and the temperature is pleasant too.

Connectivity to Delhi

Delhi, India's capital, is easily accessible from other Indian cities. It has a robust aviation, rail, and road network. The four main railway stations in Delhi are New Delhi Railway Station, Old Delhi Railway Station, Nizamuddin Railway Station, and Anand Vihar Railway Station. The Rajdhani Express departs from the New Delhi Railway Station for major Indian destinations such as Mumbai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Guwahati, Pune, Patna, Ahmedabad, and Indore. If you plan to travel by road from states like Punjab, Chandigarh, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, and Rajasthan to Delhi, make reservations for an overnight bus.

The Anand Vihar Terminal, Sarai Kale Khan ISBT, and Maharana Pratap Inter State Bus Terminal Kashmere Gate are Delhi's three primary bus terminals. At these bus stations, both air-conditioned and non-air-conditioned buses are available. The length of the trip varies depending on where you start.

Nearby Airport

The largest airport in India, Indira Gandhi International Airport, is situated in Delhi's western region. Through Terminal 1 of Indira Gandhi International Airport, often known as the New Delhi Airport, all major cities in the globe are connected. The same terminal serves flights to significant domestic cities.

FAQs

How many trains run from Varanasi to Delhi?
There are 65 trains that run from Varanasi to Delhi route. Some trains run on a daily basis. On the other hand, some trains run weekly and can be booked in advance. You can find the list of available trains when you enter the travel date while looking to book a train from Varanasi to Delhi.
How can I book a train from Varanasi to Delhi?
You can make an online train ticket booking from Varanasi to Delhi by entering the travel details like source, destination, and date of travel. From the list of available trains on the mentioned date, you can choose the most suitable one and check the seat availability. After this, you can continue to pay and wait to receive your train booking confirmation.
How many days in advance can I make a railway reservation?
Advance railway reservation generally opens 120 days before the date of journey. This excludes the date of the journey. So, you can start checking the seat availability during the period of 120 days and make a booking in advance.
What is the maximum number of passengers I can reserve the seats for in a single train ticket booking from Varanasi to Delhi?
A maximum of 6 seats can be booked in a single train ticket booking. Also, 2 children who are below 5 years of age are allowed with the ticket, but tickets will not be generated for them. Therefore, if you are booking a Tatkal ticket from Varanasi to Delhi, you can reserve seats for a maximum of 4 passengers.
Which documents are required for online railway reservation from Varanasi to Delhi?
When making a railway ticket booking, you do not require any special travel documents and only need to fill up the details required. However, during the train journey, you will need to carry valid ID proof such as Aadhar, Voter ID, Driving License, Pan Card, Passport etc..
How many railway stations are there in Varanasi?
There are 5 stations in Varanasi.
How many railway stations are there in Delhi?
There are 19 stations in Delhi.
How to get the cheapest train tickets from Varanasi to Delhi?
redRail offers you the best deal to book the cheapest IRCTC train tickets. Use code: BIGRAIL and get a flat Rs. 150 Off on your first ticket booking.
Which is the cheapest train from Varanasi to Delhi?
The cheapest train running from Varanasi to Delhi is 14619 (TRIPURA SUNDARI)
How can I reach redRail’s customer support for help with booking issues?
For any train ticket booking queries from Varanasi to Delhi, call the customer support of redRail at 9902977777.