The average train between Meerut and Kanpur takes 7h 10m and the fastest train takes 5h 55m. The train service runs several times per day from Meerut to Kanpur. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Meerut and Kanpur. The earliest departure is at 2:55 AM at night, and the last departure from Meerut is at 9:20 PM which arrives into Kanpur at 3:15 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 7h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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7h 23m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Meerut to Kanpur? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Meerut to Kanpur. However, there are services departing from Meerut station and arriving at Kanpur station via Ghaziabad. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 10m.
Meerut to Kanpur train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Meerut City station.
Meerut to Kanpur train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Kanpur Central station.
The distance between Meerut and Kanpur is 381.9 km. The road distance is 462 km.
You can take a train from Meerut City to Kanpur Central via Ghaziabad in around 6h 15m.