Varanasi to Prayagraj Trains

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Varanasi to Prayagraj Train Information

Distance
139 kms
Duration
02h 38m
Trains During Day
92
Trains At Night
142
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Varanasi to Prayagraj Online Train Ticket Booking

Several trains are running from Varanasi to Prayagraj based on your travel and budget preferences. Booking train tickets from Varanasi 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 Varanasi 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 Varanasi to Prayagraj train timetable, availability, ticket price, train running status, coach position, and PNR status on redRail.


Varanasi to Prayagraj Distance


There are 234 trains running from Varanasi to Prayagraj, covering an approximate distance of 139 kms km. While some trains run on a daily basis, others run weekly.


Varanasi to Prayagraj Timings


The first train from Varanasi to Prayagraj is JYG LTT EXP (11062) departing at 00:15 from Varanasi (BSB).

The last train from Varanasi to Prayagraj is RJPB NDLS SF SPL (02393), departing at 23:55 from Mughalsarai (DDU).

Weekly Trains from Varanasi to Prayagraj

There are 124 trains running weekly from Varanasi to Prayagraj. Below is a list of trains running weekly from Varanasi to Prayagraj.
Train NameDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationStarting Ticket Price
BHRIGU SUP EXP (22427)01:2304:0002 hrs 37 mins₹175
DBG PUNE EXP (11034)03:3006:2802 hrs 58 mins-
GKP PUNE EXP (11038)21:0500:1003 hrs 05 mins-
GKP LTT EXPRESS (11082)21:2000:2503 hrs 05 mins₹145
BSBS VRL SF EXP (12946)07:3009:5002 hrs 20 mins₹175
KASHI TAMIL EXP (16368)16:2019:2503 hrs 05 mins₹145
BSBS UBL EXPRES (17324)20:4000:2503 hrs 45 mins₹145
RNC LTT EXP (18609)07:3010:0002 hrs 30 mins₹145
BL SHRAMIK EXP (19052)05:2008:1502 hrs 55 mins₹145
BDTS HUMSAFAR (19092)02:3005:2502 hrs 55 mins₹165
PNBE ADI EXP (19422)15:3518:1802 hrs 43 mins-
MAHAKAL EXPRESS (20415)15:1517:2502 hrs 10 mins₹175
EKNR MAHAMANA (20904)05:2508:1502 hrs 50 mins₹195
BSBS UDHANA EXP (20930)04:5508:1503 hrs 20 mins₹175
BSBS UDN SF EXP (20962)17:5020:0002 hrs 10 mins₹175
GYAN GANGA EXP (22132)04:2506:2802 hrs 03 mins-
BSB GNC EXP (22467)15:1517:2002 hrs 05 mins₹175
BSBS RMM EXP (22536)20:0022:2002 hrs 20 mins₹175
PNBE ERS EXPRES (22670)21:0500:1003 hrs 05 mins₹175
BSBS OKHA SF EXP (22970)21:4500:4002 hrs 55 mins₹175
CPR J FEST SPL (07652)02:4505:0502 hrs 20 mins-
MAU BRC SF SPL (09196)01:3503:4002 hrs 05 mins₹415
NHLN HAPA SPL (09526)14:3017:1002 hrs 40 mins₹85
BSBS UBL SPL (07324)09:0011:4002 hrs 40 mins-

Daily Trains from Varanasi to Prayagraj

There are 36 trains running daily from Varanasi to Prayagraj. Below is a list of trains running daily from Varanasi to Prayagraj.
Train NameDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationCheapest Ticket Price
KAMAYANI EXP (11072)16:0019:1003 hrs 10 mins₹145
SECUNDERABAD EX (12792)17:0019:2302 hrs 23 mins₹555
JYG LTT EXP (11062)00:1502:3802 hrs 23 mins₹145
SWATANTRA S EXP (12561)04:4907:0502 hrs 16 mins₹175
BJU GONDIA EXP (15231)21:3501:2503 hrs 50 mins₹145
MAHANAGARI EXP (22178)10:0013:0003 hrs 00 mins₹175
BUNDELKHAND EXP (11108)16:3021:3905 hrs 09 mins₹145
SHIV GANGA EXP (12559)22:1500:3002 hrs 15 mins₹175
VIBHUTI EXPRESS (12333)09:5512:0002 hrs 05 mins₹175
LICHCHVI EXPRES (14005)15:2017:3502 hrs 15 mins₹145
GKP LTT EXP (15018)11:2016:3005 hrs 10 mins-
SARNATH EXPRESS (15159)12:3015:5503 hrs 25 mins₹145
CHAURICHAURA EXP (15004)04:4507:4302 hrs 58 mins₹145
BSBS LTT SF EXP (12168)10:1013:4303 hrs 33 mins₹175
PPTA LTT EXP (12142)14:5517:0302 hrs 08 mins₹175
DNR PUNE EXP (12150)02:4504:5002 hrs 05 mins₹175
SANGHA MITRA EX (12296)23:2001:3502 hrs 15 mins₹175
RJPB TEJAS RAJ (12309)22:2000:1001 hrs 50 mins₹1485
NETAJI EXPRESS (12311)08:1510:3502 hrs 20 mins₹175
MUMBAI MAIL (12321)10:1013:1503 hrs 05 mins₹175
MAHABODHI EXP (12397)17:2019:3002 hrs 10 mins₹175
RAJDHANI EXP (12423)01:0002:5301 hrs 53 mins₹840
SEEMANCHAL EXP (12487)09:3011:4002 hrs 10 mins₹175
NORTHEAST EXP (12505)09:5512:2502 hrs 30 mins₹175

Varanasi to Prayagraj Train Ticket Price

The Varanasi to Prayagraj train ticket price varies based on the journey date, the type of coach, and your budget preferences. The minimum ticket price from Varanasi to Prayagraj is ₹175, while the maximum ticket price from Varanasi to Prayagraj is ₹1255.
Here are the cheapest train ticket prices from Varanasi to Prayagraj for all classes:
ClassMinimum Price
2A₹760
3A₹555
SL₹175
1A₹1255
3E₹555
CC₹265

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.

Bus from Varanasi to Prayagraj

If your train ticket is not confirmed, need not worry. Alternatively, you can travel by bus from Varanasi to Prayagraj through redBus bus booking app. Book now!

FAQs

How many trains run from Varanasi to Prayagraj?
There are 234 trains that run from Varanasi 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 Varanasi to Prayagraj.
How can I book a train from Varanasi to Prayagraj?
You can make an online train ticket booking from Varanasi 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 Varanasi 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 Varanasi to Prayagraj, you can reserve seats for a maximum of 4 passengers.
Which documents are required for online railway reservation from Varanasi 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 Varanasi?
There are 5 stations in Varanasi.
How many railway stations are there in Prayagraj?
There are 10 stations in Prayagraj.
How to get the cheapest train tickets from Varanasi 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.