The average train between Patna and Sarnath takes 8h 25m 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.
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 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Patna to Sarnath. However, there are services departing from Patna station and arriving at Sarnath station via Varanasi Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 25m.
Patna to Sarnath train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Patna Jn station.
Patna to Sarnath train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Varanasi Jn station.
The distance between Patna and Sarnath is 213 km. The road distance is 238 km.
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.
