Kanpur to Prayagraj Trains

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Kanpur to Prayagraj Train Information

Distance
198 kms
Duration
02h 53m
Trains During Day
45
Trains At Night
80
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Kanpur to Prayagraj Online Train Ticket Booking

Several trains are running from Kanpur to Prayagraj based on your travel and budget preferences. Booking train tickets from Kanpur to Prayagraj is easy and convenient on redRail, an IRCTC-authorized platform offering a variety of train options. You can view a list of trains, including train number, name, travel class, duration, and departure or arrival timings when booking your railway tickets.

For booking Kanpur to Prayagraj train tickets with redRail, enter your journey details, select trains, check seat availability, use exclusive offers and get up to Rs 60 OFF on train tickets and make the payment to confirm your railway ticket booking.

You can get detailed information about the Kanpur to Prayagraj train timetable, availability, ticket price, train running status, coach position, and PNR status on redRail.


Kanpur to Prayagraj Distance


There are 125 trains running from Kanpur to Prayagraj, covering an approximate distance of 198 kms km. While some trains run on a daily basis, others run weekly.


Kanpur to Prayagraj Timings


The first train from Kanpur to Prayagraj is MARUDHAR EXP (14866) departing at 00:13 from Unnao (ON).

The last train from Kanpur to Prayagraj is LKU PRYJ SPL (04118), departing at 23:40 from Kanpur (CNB).

Weekly Trains from Kanpur to Prayagraj

There are 54 trains running weekly from Kanpur to Prayagraj. Below is a list of trains running weekly from Kanpur to Prayagraj.
Train NameDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationStarting Ticket Price
SBIB PNBE SPL (09457)14:4518:0003 hrs 15 mins-
MADHUPUR HUMSFR (12236)22:1700:2302 hrs 06 mins₹195
HAPA NHLN SPL (09525)05:3508:3002 hrs 55 mins₹385
PRATAP EXPRESS (12495)19:3522:0502 hrs 30 mins₹175
BGKT DNR SPL (04813)07:2010:3003 hrs 10 mins₹385
ANVT BUI SUP SPL (04056)00:3003:2502 hrs 55 mins₹415
KOLKATA RAJDHNI (12306)21:3723:4102 hrs 04 mins₹1420
ANANYA EXP (12316)19:3522:0502 hrs 30 mins₹175
GWL KOAA SF EXP (12320)00:5503:4002 hrs 45 mins₹175
GODA HUMSAFAR (12350)05:2507:5002 hrs 25 mins₹625
ZIYARAT EXPRESS (12396)14:0516:4002 hrs 35 mins-
HALDIYA EXPRESS (12444)01:1503:4502 hrs 30 mins₹175
RNC RAJDHANI (12454)20:5722:5802 hrs 01 mins₹1665
HWH GARBHA EXP (12937)19:3522:0502 hrs 30 mins₹175
PARASNATH EXP (12941)19:3522:0502 hrs 30 mins₹175
BANARAS SF EXP (12945)09:0512:1503 hrs 10 mins₹175
NDLS SCL EXP (14038)05:2507:5002 hrs 25 mins₹145
GODDA EXP (14050)20:1522:4002 hrs 25 mins₹145
TRIPURA SUNDARI (14620)05:2507:5002 hrs 25 mins₹145
BME GHY EXPRESS (15631)18:5521:2502 hrs 30 mins₹145
BKN GHY EXPRESS (15633)18:5521:2502 hrs 30 mins₹145
ANVT PURI EXP (18428)22:1700:2302 hrs 06 mins₹145
RNC RAJDHANI (20408)20:5722:5802 hrs 01 mins₹1025
MAHAKAL SUP EXP (20416)21:2000:4003 hrs 20 mins₹175

Daily Trains from Kanpur to Prayagraj

There are 24 trains running daily from Kanpur to Prayagraj. Below is a list of trains running daily from Kanpur to Prayagraj.
Train NameDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationCheapest Ticket Price
PNBE SUMMER SPL (04088)23:2002:2003 hrs 00 mins₹1040
RJPB TEJAS RAJ (12310)21:5700:0102 hrs 04 mins₹880
NETAJI EXPRESS (12312)13:5517:0503 hrs 10 mins₹175
MAHABODHI EXP (12398)18:0020:2502 hrs 25 mins₹175
UNCHAHAR EXP (14218)05:3510:3304 hrs 58 mins₹165
SHIV GANGA EXP (12560)01:0503:4502 hrs 40 mins₹175
PURUSHOTTAM EXP (12802)04:0506:5502 hrs 50 mins₹175
SEEMANCHAL EXP (12488)14:1516:5502 hrs 40 mins₹175
SWTANTRTA S EXP (12562)02:4005:2502 hrs 45 mins₹175
JAMMU MAIL (20434)09:3012:3503 hrs 05 mins-
CHAURICHAURA EXP (15003)17:0021:1304 hrs 13 mins₹145
MAHANANDA EXP (15484)14:5517:4002 hrs 45 mins₹145
PRAYAGRAJ EXP (12418)03:5507:0003 hrs 05 mins₹175
DDN SFG EXP (14114)03:1005:5502 hrs 45 mins₹145
KALINDI EXP (14118)09:3012:5503 hrs 25 mins₹145
SANGAM EXP (14164)04:2008:3004 hrs 10 mins₹145
MAGADH EXPRESS (20802)03:4506:2002 hrs 35 mins₹175
NORTH EAST EXP (12506)13:3516:0502 hrs 30 mins₹175
AII SDAH SF EXP (12988)23:1501:5002 hrs 35 mins₹175
REWA EXPRESS (12428)03:2006:1002 hrs 50 mins₹175
LICHCHIVI EXP (14006)00:2003:3003 hrs 10 mins₹145
BRAHMPUTRA MAIL (15657)05:3508:0002 hrs 25 mins₹145
DBRT RAJDHANI (12424)21:0723:0802 hrs 01 mins₹1025
DDN BSBS EXP (15120)06:0512:0506 hrs 00 mins₹175

Kanpur to Prayagraj Train Ticket Price

The Kanpur to Prayagraj train ticket price varies based on the journey date, the type of coach, and your budget preferences. The minimum ticket price from Kanpur to Prayagraj is ₹175, while the maximum ticket price from Kanpur to Prayagraj is ₹1665.
Here are the cheapest train ticket prices from Kanpur to Prayagraj for all classes:
ClassMinimum Price
1A₹1665
2A₹760
3A₹1025
SL₹175
EC₹1180
CC₹610
3E₹505

Things to Know About Prayagraj

Prayagraj, formerly Allahabad, is famous for its Kumbh Mela, Triveni Sangam, and rich Mughal heritage along the banks of the Ganges. Find out about the best places to visit with friends and family and multiple things to do in Prayagraj during the Kumbh Mela visit. Some of the best places to explore Prayagraj are Anand Bhawan, The Triveni Sangam, Fort of Allahabad, Khusro Bagh and many others. 

Prayagraj Kumbh Mela 2025

Prayagraj Kumbh Mela is celebrated from 13 January to 26 February 2025. The festivals celebrated during Kumbh Mela are Paush Purnima, Makar Sankranti, Mauni Amavasya (Somvati), Basant Panchami,  Maghi Purnima and  Mahashivratri. To visit Prayragraj for Kumbh Mela, you can book train tickets on redRail and save up to Rs 120 OFF using the coupon code KHUMBRAIL. Over 500+ trains are operating from various cities to Prayagraj for this year's Kumbh Mela.

How to Reach Prayagraj for Khumb Mela?

Prayagraj is linked to all the other major cities via air, rail, and road. 

  • Prayagraj Domestic Airport connects to major cities.

  • Prayagraj is connected to major cities through popular trains like Rajdhani Express and Vande Bharat Express from Delhi, Howrah-Prayagraj Express and Howrah-New Delhi Rajdhani from Kolkata, and Sanghamitra Express from Chennai.

  • Intraregional buses offer another easy way to reach Prayagraj.


A number of major tourist attractions in Prayagraj lure crowds into this city during the festive season. As the Kumbh Mela approaches, experience the festivities and join the celebrations by booking your train tickets on redRail.

FAQs

How many trains run from Kanpur to Prayagraj?
There are 125 trains that run from Kanpur to Prayagraj 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 Kanpur to Prayagraj.
How can I book a train from Kanpur to Prayagraj?
You can make an online train ticket booking from Kanpur to Prayagraj 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 Kanpur to Prayagraj?
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 Kanpur to Prayagraj, you can reserve seats for a maximum of 4 passengers.
Which documents are required for online railway reservation from Kanpur to Prayagraj?
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 Kanpur?
There are 4 stations in Kanpur.
How many railway stations are there in Prayagraj?
There are 10 stations in Prayagraj.
How to get the cheapest train tickets from Kanpur to Prayagraj?
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.