Indian Railways is preparing to flag off the Varanasi–New Delhi Sleeper Vande Bharat Express on October 31Operating as an overnight train with state-of-the-art facilities, the service promises reduced travel times and enhanced comfort for commutersKey details regarding the route, timetable, and ticket pricing have now emerged.
Published: October 24, 2026, 11:34 PM IST
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Vande Bharat sleeper train to run between Varanasi and New DelhiRepresentational Image
Indian Railways will flag off Uttar Pradesh’s first Sleeper Vande Bharat Express on October 31, connecting Varanasi, and New Delhi via an overnight high-speed serviceTicket bookings for the country’s second sleeper variant of the semi-high-speed train are slated to open on October 27, 2026.
The train will leave Varanasi and head to New Delhi, stopping at Prayagraj and Kanpur on the waySo far, every Vande Bharat has been a chair car serviceNow passengers get a sleeper version with modern amenities.
Delhi Varanasi Vande Bharat train schedule
Operating overnight between Varanasi and New Delhi, the new sleeper train offers a major convenience for passengers wanting to board in the evening and wake up at their destination early the next morning.
Pending final clearance from the Railway Board, preparations are in full swing amid strong passenger interestUttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw are likely to preside over the launch ceremony.
Estimated fare and base fare
Varanasi-Delhi Vande Bharat Sleeper Train: Based on the base fare per kilometer fixed by the Railways, the estimated total fare from Varanasi to New Delhi, i.e., including super fast charge, GST and catering, can be as follows.
The estimated total fare for the third AC coach is between 2,050 to Rs 2,150, while the estimated total fare for the second AC is for Rs 2,550 to Rs 2,650Finally, the estimated total fare for the first AC coach is between Rs 3,150 to Rs 3,250.
What is the tentative timetable and route?
According to the proposed timetable, the overnight service will run through the night to ensure passengers reach their destination in time for morning schedules.
Train number 7421 Varanasi to New Delhi schedule
Train number 7421 Varanasi will depart from Varanasi at 8:50 pmIt will arrive at Prayagraj at 10:35 pm and depart from there at 10:40 pmIt will make another stop at Kanpur Central at 12:20 am, departing from there at 12:45 amFinally, it will reach New Delhi at 6:55 am the next morning.
Train number 27422 New Delhi to Varanasi schedule
The train will leave from New Delhi at 9:40 while it will arrive at Prayagraj at 4:45 am and leave at 4:50 amAt Varanasi station, it will arrive at 6:45 am.
What is the train composition, coach capacity
Equipped with 16 state-of-the-art LHB air-conditioned coaches, the new Varanasi–New Delhi Sleeper Vande Bharat Express offers a total capacity of approximately 823 passengersThe train composition features 11 3AC coaches, 4 2AC coaches, and 1 First AC coachPrimary maintenance will be based in Varanasi, while Prayagraj and Kanpur Central serve as technical water-refilling halts.
