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Vande Bharat Express Delhi–Varanasi train timings
Vande Bharat Express Delhi–Varanasi timetable
4 stops · scheduled times| # | Station | Arrives | Departs | Halt | Km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New Delhi | — | 06:00 | 0 | |
| 2 | Kanpur Central | 09:26 | 09:28 | 2 min | 440 |
| 3 | Prayagraj Junction | 11:32 | 11:34 | 2 min | 634 |
| 4 | Varanasi Junction | 14:00 | — | 759 |
Published timetable, local time. “+1d” means the next day. Delays and platform changes are announced by Indian Railways on the day.
Vande Bharat Express Delhi–Varanasi: Delhi to Varanasi
Vande Bharat Express Delhi–Varanasi (12549) is a premium train run by Indian Railways between New Delhi and Varanasi Junction. The full journey covers 759 km and takes 8h 0m, with 2 intermediate stops.
It leaves New Delhi at 06:00 and reaches Varanasi Junction at 14:00. It runs on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. On the way it stops at Kanpur Central and Prayagraj Junction.
Vande Bharat Express (12549) is India's indigenous semi-high-speed train from New Delhi to Varanasi Junction, launched in 2019. Self-propelled EMU trainsets reach up to 160 km/h, covering 759 km in 8 hours. Features automatic doors, GPS-based passenger information, and bio-vacuum toilets — a flagship of Make in India.
How to book Vande Bharat Express Delhi–Varanasi tickets
Book through IRCTC (irctc.co.in or the IRCTC Rail Connect app); you need a verified IRCTC account. General reservations open 60 days before the journey date. Tatkal tickets open one day before travel: 10:00 for AC classes and 11:00 for non-AC classes.
Book on irctc.co.inVande Bharat Express Delhi–Varanasi: common questions
- What time does Vande Bharat Express Delhi–Varanasi leave Delhi?
- Vande Bharat Express Delhi–Varanasi departs New Delhi at 06:00 and arrives at Varanasi Junction at 14:00. Times are the published timetable in local time.
- How long does Vande Bharat Express Delhi–Varanasi take from Delhi to Varanasi?
- The scheduled journey time is 8h 0m for 759 km.
- Which stations does Vande Bharat Express Delhi–Varanasi stop at?
- Vande Bharat Express Delhi–Varanasi calls at New Delhi, Kanpur Central, Prayagraj Junction and Varanasi Junction.
- Does Vande Bharat Express Delhi–Varanasi run every day?
- No. It runs on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
- Where can I book Vande Bharat Express Delhi–Varanasi tickets?
- On Indian Railways's own site, irctc.co.in. TrainsTracking does not sell tickets.