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Trip Overview

The average train between Varanasi and Prayagraj takes 2h 49m and the fastest train takes 1h 30m. There is a train service every few hours from Varanasi to Prayagraj. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 49m
Duration
124 km
Distance
₹160
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Varanasi to Prayagraj train times

Trains run hourly between Varanasi and Prayagraj. The earliest departure is at 12:15 AM at night, and the last departure from Varanasi is at 11:50 PM which arrives into Prayagraj at 1:40 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 2h 40m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 3h 5m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 4h 25m • Direct

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 2h 40m • Direct
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    train train 3h 40m • Direct
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    train train 3h 25m • Direct
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    train train 3h 40m • Direct
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 2h 40m • Direct
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    train train 2h 45m • Direct
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    train train 3h 10m • Direct
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    train train 3h 40m • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    train train 2h 40m • Direct
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    train train 2h 45m • Direct
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    train train 3h 40m • Direct
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    train train 3h 40m • Direct
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    train train 2h 40m • Direct
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    train train 3h 40m • Direct
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    train train 3h 40m • Direct
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    train train 2h 11m • Direct
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    train train 2h 40m • Direct
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    train train 2h 45m • Direct
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    train train 3h 40m • Direct
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    train train 3h 30m • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    train train 2h 40m • Direct
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    train train 3h 40m • Direct
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    train train 3h 40m • Direct
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    train train 2h 11m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Varanasi to Prayagraj? 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.

Map of how to get from Varanasi to Prayagraj.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 124.4 km
  • Duration: 2h 49m

What companies run services between Varanasi, India and Prayagraj, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Varanasi Jn to Prayagraj Jn hourly. Tickets cost ₹150–1,200 and the journey takes 2h 11m.

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