Delhi-Varanasi Vande Bharat Sleeper to Launch on October 31; Check Timetable and Stoppages

A Vande Bharat Sleeper train is expected to begin operations between Delhi and Varanasi (or Prayagraj) starting October 31. However, official confirmation regarding the date, timings, and stoppages is still awaited.

If you are planning a train journey between Delhi and Varanasi or Prayagraj, this update about the Vande Bharat Sleeper train will be useful. According to the proposed schedule, the Vande Bharat Sleeper service is expected to commence on this route on October 31. Notably, this will offer passengers the option to travel overnight and reach their destination the following morning.

The train will provide facilities for a comfortable overnight journey. Please note that until the Railways officially confirms the timetable and stoppages, these details should be considered as a proposed schedule only.

What is the timetable for the Vande Bharat Sleeper?

According to information from the Railways, the train from Varanasi to New Delhi is numbered 27421, while the train from Delhi to Varanasi is numbered 27422.

Varanasi to New Delhi

Departure from Varanasi: 8:50 PM
Arrival at Prayagraj Junction: 10:35 PM
Departure from Prayagraj Junction: 10:40 PM
Arrival at Kanpur Central: 12:40 AM
Arrival at New Delhi: 5:55 AM

New Delhi to Varanasi

Departure from New Delhi: 9:40 PM
Arrival at Prayagraj Junction: 4:45 AM (the following day)
Departure from Prayagraj: 4:50 AM
Arrival at Varanasi: 6:45 AM

Where will the train make stops?

According to the proposed schedule, this train may have a stop at Prayagraj Junction, where it is expected to halt for about 5 minutes. Meanwhile, the duration of the stop at Kanpur Central is not yet clear based on the information currently available.

Most importantly, one should wait for an official announcement from the Railways regarding all the stops and timings, as the possibility of changes to the final schedule cannot be ruled out.

How many days a week will the Vande Bharat Sleeper operate?

The Delhi-Varanasi Vande Bharat Sleeper train may operate 6 days a week, as it is reported that the service will not be available on Saturdays. However, be sure to check the final schedule released by the Railways before planning your journey.

How will the fare for the Vande Bharat Sleeper be determined?

The fare for the Vande Bharat Sleeper train is determined based on the distance traveled and the class of the coach. According to a written response provided by Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw in the Lok Sabha, the fare for AC 3-tier was stated to be ₹2.40 per kilometer (excluding GST). Based on this, the base fare for a 1,000-kilometer journey could be approximately ₹2,400. There will be no facility for RAC (Reservation Against Cancellation) tickets on this train.