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Trains from Varanasi to Kanpur

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Trains from Varanasi to Kanpur

19 trains run between Varanasi and Kanpur. Varanasi has 2 stations, from which you can easily book train tickets to Kanpur.

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Varanasi to Kanpur Train Distance

The distance between Varanasi and Kanpur is approximately 336km. Varanasi to Kanpur distance by train is covered in about 7:00 hours. The fastest train between these cities takes approximately 3:26 hours and halts at a few stations. Some train services take longer to cover the Varanasi to Kanpur train distance. To reduce your travel time, check train routes and train timetables before booking your ticket.

Varanasi to Kanpur Train Ticket Price

If you are in search of affordable train tickets from Varanasi to Kanpur, ConfirmTkt is the best platform. The Varanasi to Kanpur train ticket price varies according to travel dates, coach type, and individual preferences. Travellers can find Varanasi to Kanpur train fare priced between ₹160 and ₹1750, with the lowest price starting at ₹160. Below are the minimum Varanasi to Kanpur train reservation ticket prices for all classes:


Class Minimum Price
1A ₹1360
2A ₹825
3A ₹585
SL ₹225

Weekly Trains from Varanasi to Kanpur

There are 3 weekly trains running between Varanasi and Kanpur. Check the details below:

Train Name (No.) Day of Departure Time of Departure Time of Arrival Origin Station Destination Station Total Time of Travel
BNRS VRL SF EXP (12946) Wed 07:30 12:45 Govindpuri 5:15 hrs
BNRS GNC EXP (22585) Wed 15:10 20:40 Govindpuri 5:30 hrs
BNRS UDN SF EXP (20962) Wed 17:50 22:35 Govindpuri 4:45 hrs

Daily Trains from Varanasi to Kanpur

A total of 6 trains run daily from Varanasi to Kanpur. See the details below:

Train Name (No.) Day of Departure Time of Departure Time of Arrival Origin Station Destination Station Total Time of Travel
CHAURICHAURA EXP (15004) Daily 04:30 11:30 Varanasi Junction Kanpur Central 7:00 hrs
SWATANTRA S EXP (12561) Daily 04:49 09:35 Varanasi Junction Kanpur Central 4:46 hrs
LICHCHVI EXPRES (14005) Daily 15:20 20:50 Varanasi Junction Kanpur Central 5:30 hrs
AMRIT BHARAT EXP (22589) Daily 18:15 23:10 Govindpuri 4:55 hrs
SHIV GANGA EXP (12559) Daily 22:15 02:45 Kanpur Central 4:30 hrs
SOU NDLS SPL (04071) Daily 22:40 06:10 Varanasi Junction Govindpuri 7:30 hrs

First Train from Varanasi to Kanpur

The first train from Varanasi to Kanpur is CHAURICHAURA EXP. It starts from Varanasi at 04:30 and reaches Kanpur at 11:30.


Last Train from Varanasi to Kanpur

The last train from Varanasi to Kanpur is BJU GWL SPL. It starts from Varanasi at 23:50 and reaches Kanpur at 05:10.


Fastest Train from Varanasi to Kanpur

The fastest train from Varanasi to Kanpur is VANDE BHARAT EXP. The total Varanasi to Kanpur distance by train is 336 km. It takes only 3:26 hours to cover.


Cheapest Train from Varanasi to Kanpur

The cheapest train from Varanasi to Kanpur is BJU GWL SPL (04138). The lowest price for Varanasi to Kanpur train ticket is ₹160.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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

19 trains run between Varanasi and Kanpur. Please find below the details of Varanasi to Kanpur train time:
  1. 15004 CHAURICHAURA EXP departs Varanasi at 04:30 and reaches Kanpur at 11:30 Running days: Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
  2. 12561 SWATANTRA S EXP departs Varanasi at 04:49 and reaches Kanpur at 09:35 Running days: Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
  3. 22415 VANDE BHARAT EXP departs Varanasi at 06:00 and reaches Kanpur at 09:26 Running days: Sun Mon Wed Thu Fri Sat
  4. 12946 BNRS VRL SF EXP departs Varanasi at 07:30 and reaches Kanpur at 12:45 Running days: Wed
  5. 12875 NEELACHAL SF EX departs Varanasi at 07:30 and reaches Kanpur at 15:15 Running days: Mon Wed Sat
  6. 15743 FARAKKA EXP departs Varanasi at 11:25 and reaches Kanpur at 21:40 Running days: Mon Wed Thu Sat
  7. 22435 VANDE BHARAT EX departs Varanasi at 15:00 and reaches Kanpur at 18:30 Running days: Sun Mon Tue Wed Fri Sat
  8. 22585 BNRS GNC EXP departs Varanasi at 15:10 and reaches Kanpur at 20:40 Running days: Wed
  9. 14005 LICHCHVI EXPRES departs Varanasi at 15:20 and reaches Kanpur at 20:50 Running days: Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
  10. 19314 INDORE EXPRESS departs Varanasi at 16:00 and reaches Kanpur at 00:30 Running days: Wed Fri
  11. 13239 PNBE KOTA EXP departs Varanasi at 16:35 and reaches Kanpur at 01:10 Running days: Mon Wed Thu Fri
  12. 14853 MARUDHAR EXP departs Varanasi at 17:10 and reaches Kanpur at 02:00 Running days: Mon Wed Sat
  13. 20962 BNRS UDN SF EXP departs Varanasi at 17:50 and reaches Kanpur at 22:35 Running days: Wed
  14. 22589 AMRIT BHARAT EXP departs Varanasi at 18:15 and reaches Kanpur at 23:10 Running days: Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
  15. 12381 POORVA EXPRESS departs Varanasi at 18:55 and reaches Kanpur at 00:02 Running days: Sun Wed Thu
  16. 12559 SHIV GANGA EXP departs Varanasi at 22:15 and reaches Kanpur at 02:45 Running days: Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
  17. 22581 BUI NDLS SF EXP departs Varanasi at 22:30 and reaches Kanpur at 03:50 Running days: Tue Wed
  18. 04071 SOU NDLS SPL departs Varanasi at 22:40 and reaches Kanpur at 06:10 Running days: Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
  19. 04138 BJU GWL SPL departs Varanasi at 23:50 and reaches Kanpur at 05:10 Running days: Sun Wed

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

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Which factors influence the Varanasi to Kanpur train ticket price?

The Varanasi to Kanpur train ticket rate depends on the date of travel, seasonal demand, coach type, individual preferences and more. The ticket fare varies between ₹160 and ₹1750, with the lowest Varanasi to Kanpur train ticket price starting at ₹160.

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