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Patna to Sarnath trains

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The average train between Patna and Sarnath takes 8h 29m and the fastest train takes 5h 29m. The train service runs several times per day from Patna to Sarnath. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

8h 29m
Duration
238 km
Distance
₹1,142
Average price
3 times a day
Frequency

Patna to Sarnath train times

Trains run 3 times a day between Patna and Sarnath. The earliest departure is at 3:40 AM at night, and the last departure from Patna is at 6:05 PM which arrives into Sarnath at 6:28 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 8h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Indian RailwaysIndian Railways13h 48m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Indian RailwaysIndian Railways6h 51m • 1 change
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    Indian RailwaysIndian Railways5h 29m • 1 change
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    Indian RailwaysIndian Railways13h 48m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Indian RailwaysIndian Railways5h 36m • 1 change
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    Indian RailwaysIndian Railways6h 24m • 1 change
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    Indian RailwaysIndian Railways12h 23m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Indian RailwaysIndian Railways6h 51m • 1 change
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    Indian RailwaysIndian Railways5h 29m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    Indian RailwaysIndian Railways13h 48m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Indian RailwaysIndian Railways6h 51m • 1 change
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    Indian RailwaysIndian Railways6h 24m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    Indian RailwaysIndian Railways13h 48m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Indian RailwaysIndian Railways9h 16m • 1 change
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    Indian RailwaysIndian Railways5h 29m • 1 change
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    Indian RailwaysIndian Railways12h 23m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Indian RailwaysIndian Railways5h 36m • 1 change
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    Indian RailwaysIndian Railways6h 24m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 238.2 km
  • Duration: 8h 29m

What companies run services between Patna, India and Sarnath, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Patna Jn to Varanasi Jn every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₹190–1,500 and the journey takes 4h 35m.

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