New Delhi to Varanasi night train
Everything you need to plan the New Delhi–Varanasi sleeper: operators, cabins, times, prices and rail-pass rules.
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Cabins & typical prices
Why take this train
Overnight link to Varanasi, India's holiest city on the Ganges- Cheapest overnight option in this dataset, with a non-AC Sleeper Class berth from around €4
- Avoids losing a full day of travel compared with the same-route daytime express
- Four fare tiers from basic non-AC berths to AC First private cabins
- Distance and exact schedule can vary slightly by specific train number — reconfirm on IRCTC before booking
Rail passes & reservations
No regional rail pass covers India. This overnight service (e.g. the Swatantrata Senani Express) is a separate, lower-tier train from the same-city-pair daytime Rajdhani — do not confuse the two when booking.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the New Delhi to Varanasi night train take?
The journey takes about 10h 50m, travelling overnight so you arrive the next morning.
How much does the New Delhi–Varanasi sleeper cost?
Fares start from around €4 and rise with demand and cabin type. Booking early gets the lowest prices.
Is the New Delhi to Varanasi train covered by Eurail or Interrail?
No — this operator does not accept Eurail or Interrail; buy a ticket directly.
What cabin types are available?
You can choose from Seat, Couchette, Sleeper Cabin, Private Cabin. A reservation for your berth is reservation required.
New Delhi 
15h 30m
Indian Railways
