Varanasi to Chennai Trains: Book from 3 Trains, Check Fares, Timetable

Q: What are the details of the Varanasi to Chennai train time?

3 trains run from Varanasi to Chennai, please find below their departure times 12670 train (GANGAKAVERI EXP) - Departs at 01:20 hrs and running days ( Tue Thu ) 12296 train (SANGHA MITRA EX) - Departs at 23:20 hrs and running days ( Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat ) 22353 train (HUMSAFAR EXP) - Departs at 23:50 hrs and running days ( Thu )

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Varanasi to Chennai Trains

Train tickets available on 3 trains from Varanasi to Chennai for Thu, 2 Jul 2026

बनारस से चेन्नई के लिए ट्रेन (हिंदी में देखें)

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12670 GANGAKAVERI EXP

S M T W T F S

01:20 BSB

34h 50m

12:10 MAS

12670 Running Status

18 min ago

5 hrs ago

1 hrs ago

2 hrs ago

36 min ago

Nearby Station

12296 SANGHA MITRA EX

S M T W T F S

23:20 DDU

34h 20m

09:40 PER

12296 Running Status

17 min ago

₹5315

WL 2

Alternate Travel Plan

4 hrs ago

1 hrs ago

1 hrs ago

1 hrs ago

Nearby Station

22353 HUMSAFAR EXP

S M T W T F S

23:50 DDU

34h 25m

10:15 PER

22353 Running Status

39 min ago

₹2515

WL 50

Alternate Travel Plan

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Trains from Varanasi to Chennai

3 trains run between Varanasi and Chennai. Varanasi has 1 stations, from which you can easily book train tickets to Chennai.

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Varanasi to Chennai Train Distance

The distance between Varanasi and Chennai is approximately 2135km. Varanasi to Chennai distance by train is covered in about 34:50 hours. The fastest train between these cities takes approximately 34:50 hours and halts at a few stations. Some train services take longer to cover the Varanasi to Chennai train distance. To reduce your travel time, check train routes and train timetables before booking your ticket.

Varanasi to Chennai Train Ticket Price

If you are in search of affordable train tickets from Varanasi to Chennai, ConfirmTkt is the best platform. The Varanasi to Chennai train ticket price varies according to travel dates, coach type, and individual preferences. Travellers can find Varanasi to Chennai train fare priced between ₹880 and ₹5320, with the lowest price starting at ₹880. Below are the minimum Varanasi to Chennai train reservation ticket prices for all classes:

Class	Minimum Price
1A	₹5315
2A	₹3155
3A	₹2210
SL	₹875

First Train from Varanasi to Chennai

The first train from Varanasi to Chennai is GANGAKAVERI EXP. It starts from Varanasi at 01:20 and reaches Chennai at 12:10.

Last Train from Varanasi to Chennai

The last train from Varanasi to Chennai is GANGAKAVERI EXP. It starts from Varanasi at 01:20 and reaches Chennai at 12:10.

Fastest Train from Varanasi to Chennai

The fastest train from Varanasi to Chennai is GANGAKAVERI EXP. The total Varanasi to Chennai distance by train is 2135 km. It takes only 34:50 hours to cover.

Cheapest Train from Varanasi to Chennai

The cheapest train from Varanasi to Chennai is GANGAKAVERI EXP (12670). The lowest price for Varanasi to Chennai train ticket is ₹880.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What are the details of the Varanasi to Chennai train time?

3 trains run between Varanasi and Chennai. Please find below the details of Varanasi to Chennai train time:

12670 GANGAKAVERI EXP departs Varanasi at 01:20 and reaches Chennai at 12:10 Running days: Tue Thu
12296 SANGHA MITRA EX departs Varanasi at 23:20 and reaches Chennai at 09:40 Running days: Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
22353 HUMSAFAR EXP departs Varanasi at 23:50 and reaches Chennai at 10:15 Running days: Thu

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How many days in advance can I book tickets for the Varanasi to Chennai train?

You can book train tickets for the Varanasi to Chennai route up to 60 days in advance.

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Which factors influence the Varanasi to Chennai train ticket price?

The Varanasi to Chennai train ticket rate depends on the date of travel, seasonal demand, coach type, individual preferences and more. The ticket fare varies between ₹880 and ₹5320, with the lowest Varanasi to Chennai train ticket price starting at ₹880.