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11 found from BSB, DDU, DHE, BOY to IDG, SWM
| Train name and number | Starting station | Duration | Ending station | Classes | Train type | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
13237 - PNBE KOTA EXP Runs onMTWTFSS | 04:35 PM BSB Varanasi | 17h 46m 679 KM 29 stops | 10:21 AM IDG Indargarh | SL, 3E, 3A, 2A, 1A | Special Train | ||||||
13239 - PNBE KOTA EXP Runs onMTWTFSS | 04:35 PM BSB Varanasi | 17h 46m 679 KM 24 stops | 10:21 AM IDG Indargarh | SL, 3E, 3A, 2A, 1A | Special Train | Starting from ₹460 | |||||
19670 - HUMSAFAR EXPRESS Runs onMTWTFSS | 05:05 AM BSB Varanasi | 19h 8m 669 KM 23 stops | 12:13 AM SWM Madhopur 34 KM from IDG | SL, 3A | Others | Starting from ₹535 | |||||
12395 - ZIYARAT EXPRESS Runs onMTWTFSS | 11:05 PM DDU Mughalsarai 14 KM from BSB | 11h 40m 683 KM 16 stops | 10:45 AM SWM Madhopur 34 KM from IDG | 2S, SL, 3E, 3A, 2A, 1A | Special Train | Starting from ₹455 | |||||
20942 - GCT BDTS SF EXP Runs onMTWTFSS | 08:28 PM DHE Dodhi 31 KM from BSB | 16h 1m 666 KM 28 stops | 12:30 PM SWM Madhopur 34 KM from IDG | SL, 3A, 2A, 1A | Others | ||||||
22970 - BSBS OKHA SF EXP Runs onMTWTFSS | 10:35 PM BOY Bhadohi 43 KM from BSB | 12h 15m 625 KM 24 stops | 10:50 AM SWM Madhopur 34 KM from IDG | SL, 3A, 2A, 1A | Others | Starting from ₹435 | |||||
12315 - ANANYA EXPRESS Runs onMTWTFSS | 02:05 AM DDU Mughalsarai 14 KM from BSB | 11h 30m 683 KM 26 stops | 01:35 PM SWM Madhopur 34 KM from IDG | SL, 3A, 2A, 1A | Special Train | ||||||
12948 - AZIMABAD EXPRES Runs onMTWTFSS | 03:15 AM DDU Mughalsarai 14 KM from BSB | 13h 5m 683 KM 22 stops | 04:20 PM SWM Madhopur 34 KM from IDG | SL, 3A, 2A | Special Train | Starting from ₹455 | |||||
12942 - PARASNATH EXP Runs onMTWTFSS | 03:05 AM DDU Mughalsarai 14 KM from BSB | 13h 15m 683 KM 38 stops | 04:20 PM SWM Madhopur 34 KM from IDG | 2S, SL, 3A, 2A | Special Train | Starting from ₹270 | |||||
15636 - GHY OKHA EXP Runs onMTWTFSS | 10:10 AM BSB Varanasi | 16h 48m 669 KM 46 stops | 02:58 AM SWM Madhopur 34 KM from IDG | 2S, SL, 3A, 2A | Special Train | Starting from ₹445 | |||||
15668 - KYQ GIMB EXP Runs onMTWTFSS | 10:10 AM BSB Varanasi | 16h 48m 669 KM 38 stops | 02:58 AM SWM Madhopur 34 KM from IDG | 2S, SL, 3A, 2A | Special Train | Starting from ₹445 | |||||
20 found from DDU, BSB, DHE, ARJ, BOY to SWM, IDG
| Train name and number | Starting station | Duration | Ending station | Classes | Train type | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
02315 - KOAA UDZ SPL Runs onMTWTFSS | 02:05 AM DDU Mughalsarai 14 KM from BSB | 11h 30m 683 KM 22 stops | 01:35 PM SWM Madhopur 34 KM from IDG | 2S, SL, 3A, 2A, 1A | Special Train | ||||||
02395 - RJBP AII SPL Runs onMTWTFSS | 11:05 PM DDU Mughalsarai 14 KM from BSB | 11h 45m 683 KM 15 stops | 10:50 AM SWM Madhopur 34 KM from IDG | 2S, SL, 3A, 2A, 1A | Special Tatkal | ||||||
09070 - BSB OKHA SF SPL Runs onMTWTFSS | 09:55 PM BSB Varanasi | 12h 55m 669 KM 23 stops | 10:50 AM SWM Madhopur 34 KM from IDG | 2S, SL, 3A, 2A | Special Tatkal | ||||||
02948 - PNBE ADI SPL Runs onMTWTFSS | 03:15 AM DDU Mughalsarai 14 KM from BSB | 13h 5m 683 KM 19 stops | 04:20 PM SWM Madhopur 34 KM from IDG | 2S, SL, 3A, 2A | Special Train | ||||||
02942 - ASN BVC SPL Runs onMTWTFSS | 03:10 AM DDU Mughalsarai 14 KM from BSB | 13h 13m 683 KM 31 stops | 04:23 PM SWM Madhopur 34 KM from IDG | 2S, SL, 3A, 2A | Special Train | ||||||
09042 - GCT BDTS SPL Runs onMTWTFSS | 08:28 PM DHE Dodhi 31 KM from BSB | 16h 4m 666 KM 25 stops | 12:32 PM SWM Madhopur 34 KM from IDG | 2S, SL, 3A, 2A | Special Train | ||||||
09134 - GCT BL SPL Runs onMTWTFSS | 03:25 AM BSB Varanasi | 16h 30m 669 KM 18 stops | 07:55 PM SWM Madhopur 34 KM from IDG | 2S, SL, 3A, 2A | Special Tatkal | ||||||
09006 - BJU BDTS SPL Runs onMTWTFSS | 10:20 AM BSB Varanasi | 16h 38m 669 KM 15 stops | 02:58 AM SWM Madhopur 34 KM from IDG | 2S, SL, 3A, 2A | Special Tatkal | ||||||
00950 - GHY-OKHA PARCEL SPL TRAIN Runs onMTWTFSS | 12:50 AM BSB Varanasi | 16h 40m 669 KM 27 stops | 05:30 PM SWM Madhopur 34 KM from IDG | Special Train | |||||||
05698 - Agartala - Okha Special Fare One Way Special Runs onMTWTFSS | 12:50 AM BSB Varanasi | 16h 40m 669 KM 39 stops | 05:30 PM SWM Madhopur 34 KM from IDG | SL, 3A | Special Train | ||||||
05636 - GHY OKHA SPECIAL Runs onMTWTFSS | 10:10 AM BSB Varanasi | 16h 48m 669 KM 42 stops | 02:58 AM SWM Madhopur 34 KM from IDG | 2S, SL, 3A, 2A | Special Train | ||||||
05668 - KYQ GIMB SPECIAL Runs onMTWTFSS | 10:10 AM BSB Varanasi | 16h 48m 669 KM 34 stops | 02:58 AM SWM Madhopur 34 KM from IDG | 2S, SL, 3A, 2A | Special Train | ||||||
09182 - DNR BRC SF SPL Runs onMTWTFSS | 12:05 AM BSB Varanasi | 17h 25m 669 KM 19 stops | 05:30 PM SWM Madhopur 34 KM from IDG | 2S, SL, 3A, 2A | Special Tatkal | ||||||
03239 - PNBE KOTA SPL Runs onMTWTFSS | 04:35 PM BSB Varanasi | 17h 46m 679 KM 20 stops | 10:21 AM IDG Indargarh | 2S, SL, 3A, 2A | Special Train | ||||||
03237 - PNBE KOTA SPL Runs onMTWTFSS | 04:35 PM BSB Varanasi | 17h 46m 679 KM 27 stops | 10:21 AM IDG Indargarh | 2S, SL, 3A, 2A | Special Train | ||||||
09100 - MAU BDTS SPL Runs onMTWTFSS | 08:05 PM ARJ Aunrihar 31 KM from BSB | 18h 55m 686 KM 20 stops | 03:00 PM SWM Madhopur 34 KM from IDG | 2S, SL, 3A | Special Tatkal | ||||||
09136 - BGP RTM SPL Runs onMTWTFSS | 08:05 AM BSB Varanasi | 18h 55m 669 KM 26 stops | 03:00 AM SWM Madhopur 34 KM from IDG | 2S, SL, 3A, 2A | Special Tatkal | ||||||
09062 - BDTS HOLI SPL Runs onMTWTFSS | 07:10 PM BSB Varanasi | 19h 669 KM 23 stops | 02:10 PM SWM Madhopur 34 KM from IDG | SL, 3A, 2A | Special Tatkal | ||||||
09418 - PNBE ADI SPL Runs onMTWTFSS | 04:35 AM BSB Varanasi | 20h 18m 669 KM 27 stops | 12:53 AM SWM Madhopur 34 KM from IDG | SL, 3A, 2A | Special Tatkal | Starting from ₹605 | |||||
09184 - Banaras - Mumbai Central AC Special Fare Festival Special Runs onMTWTFSS | 03:17 PM BOY Bhadohi 43 KM from BSB | 21h 1m 625 KM 30 stops | 12:18 PM SWM Madhopur 34 KM from IDG | 3A, 2A, 1A | Special Train | ||||||
1 found from DHE to SWM
| Train name and number | Starting station | Duration | Ending station | Classes | Train type | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
19042 - Ghazipur City Bandra Terminus Bi Weekly Express Runs onMTWTFSS | 08:35 PM DHE Dodhi 31 KM from BSB | 16h 55m 666 KM 27 stops | 01:30 PM SWM Madhopur 34 KM from IDG | SL, 3A, 2A | Express | ||||||
Trains from Aktasa to Varanasi
| Train name and number | Starting station | Duration | Ending station | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
14863 - MARUDHAR EXP | 05:55 PM BCY Varanasi | 1d 1006 KM 33 stops | 05:55 PM JU Jodhpur | |||||||||
14865 - MARUDHAR EXP | 05:55 PM BCY Varanasi | 1d 1006 KM 35 stops | 05:55 PM JU Jodhpur | |||||||||
14853 - MARUDHAR EXP | 04:50 PM BCY Varanasi | 1d 1h 5m 1006 KM 38 stops | 05:55 PM JU Jodhpur | |||||||||
20904 - EKNR MAHAMANA | 05:25 AM BSB Varanasi | 1d 3h 50m 1022 KM 18 stops | 09:15 AM EKNR NARMADA | |||||||||
22467 - BSB GNC EXP | 03:15 PM BSB Varanasi | 1d 20m 1076 KM 14 stops | 03:35 PM GNC Gandhinagar | |||||||||
| Train name and number | Starting station | Duration | Ending station | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
12537 - MANDUADIH EXP | 05:45 AM BSB Varanasi | 15m 15 stops | 06:00 AM BSBS Varanasi | |||||||||
20929 - UDN BANARAS EXP | 08:40 PM BSB Varanasi | 20m 14 stops | 09:00 PM BSBS Varanasi | |||||||||
18611 - RNC BSBS EXP | 09:10 AM BSB Varanasi | 15m 22 stops | 09:25 AM BSBS Varanasi | |||||||||
12167 - LTT BANARAS EXP | 01:35 AM BSB Varanasi | 20m 15 stops | 01:55 AM BSBS Varanasi | |||||||||
01101 - CSMT NGP SF SPL | 10:30 PM BSB Varanasi | 15m 9 stops | 10:45 PM BSBS Varanasi | |||||||||
| Train name and number | Starting station | Duration | Ending station | |||||||||
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20452 - NDLS SGAC SF EX | 07:10 AM NDLS Delhi | 6h 15m 401 KM 8 stops | 01:25 PM SGAC Sogaria | |||||||||
| Train name and number | Starting station | Duration | Ending station | |||||||||
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12402 - DDN KOTA AC EXP | 08:45 AM SWM Madhopur | 1h 50m 100 KM 15 stops | 10:35 AM KOTA Kota | |||||||||
12060 - KOTA JANSHTABDI | 05:15 PM SWM Madhopur | 1h 39m 100 KM 10 stops | 06:55 PM KOTA Kota | |||||||||
09177 - MMCT BGP SPL | 06:10 PM SWM Madhopur | 1d 16h 49m 1068 KM 30 stops | 11:00 AM BGP Bhagalpur | |||||||||
09451 - FESTIVAL SPECIAL | 11:00 AM SWM Madhopur | 1d 9h 15m 1068 KM 38 stops | 08:15 PM BGP Bhagalpur | |||||||||
19721 - JP BXN EXP | 09:35 AM MLZ Malarna | 2h 45m 107 KM 23 stops | 12:20 PM BXN Bayana | |||||||||
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1 KM from BSBBCY, Varanasi City Railway Station
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30 KM from BSBLooking for Varanasi to Aktasa trains? You can choose from a large number of trains running regularly on this route. Varanasi to Aktasa trains is considered to be the most preferred and efficient mode of transportation for commuting between these two cities. There are frequent daily trains that run between these cities.On a weekly basis, there are 4 trains running between Varanasi to Aktasa.To get accurate information regarding Varanasi to Aktasa trains, Varanasi Aktasa Railway Timetable, and Varanasi to Aktasa Train Fare, you can visit the Goibibo app or website. You can also book train ticket online through Goibibo in a few steps. The user-friendly interface, easy booking process and attractive offers on train ticket booking help the travellers in booking their tickets at the most reasonable prices. You can also do tatkal train ticket booking for Varanasi to Aktasa Trains through Goibibo.
Varanasi to Aktasa train timings and fare are the two main factors that compel travellers to opt for Varanasi to Aktasa Trains for a hassle-free journey. 12315 - ANANYA EXPRESS is the fastest among the Varanasi to Aktasa Trains. It departs from Dd Upadhyaya Jn Railway Station(DDU) at 02:05 AM and arrives at Dd Upadhyaya Jn Railway Station(SWM) at 01:35 PM, covering the distance in just 11 hrs 30 mins .While looking for an early morning train from Varanasi to Aktasa, you can choose to travel via 12315 - ANANYA EXPRESS. It takes 11 hrs 30 mins to complete the journey, starting from Dd Upadhyaya Jn Railway Station(DDU) at 02:05 AM and reaching Aktasa at 01:35 PM.
The first train from Varanasi to Aktasa is 12315 - ANANYA EXPRESS departing at 02:05 AM from Dd Upadhyaya Jn Railway Station(DDU).Some popular weekly trains on Varanasi to Aktasa train route are 13237 - PNBE KOTA EXP, 20942 - GCT BDTS SF EXP, 22970 - BSBS OKHA SF EXP. Every Saturday 13237 - PNBE KOTA EXP departs from Varanasi at 04:35 PM and arrives at Agra at 04:25 PM covering the entire distance in 17 hrs 46 mins .The boarding station for all Varanasi to Aktasa trains are the Varanasi Junction(BSB), Dd Upadhyaya Jn Railway Station(DDU), Dodhi Railway Station(DHE), Bhadohi Railway Station(BOY), Aunrihar Junction(ARJ) while deboarding at Aktasa can be at Indargarh Railway Station(IDG), Sawai Madhopur Junction(SWM).For all of the trains running on this route, you can check the live train running status, running history and PNR status on the Goibibo app and the website. Goibibo in collaboration with Indian railways also offers IRCTC registration and signup through its IRCTC Create User Id page. The stations are well-connected with the rest of the city with easy conveyance options. The Varanasi to Aktasa train route witnesses regular rush of travellers. However, the large number of trains on this route provides direct and easy connectivity catering to the needs of all types of travellers.
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In order to explore the city’s places of interest, you can board the Varanasi to Aktasa train. You can book your train from Varanasi to Aktasa on Goibibo and enjoy a hassle-free trip. You can either make your bookings on Goibibo’s website or via the official app.
There are plenty of trains running on the Varanasi to Aktasa route everyday, so the train seat availability is sufficient. You can board a train to Aktasa from the popular railway stations of your city and reach there within a short period of time. Moreover, you will face no problem in boarding any Varanasi to Aktasa train, as the train journey is comfortable as well as secure.
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Which trains are running from Varanasi to Aktasa?
Total 31 trains runs from Varanasi and Aktasa. Popular Trains that run from Varanasi to Aktasa are 13237 - PNBE KOTA EXP, 13239 - PNBE KOTA EXP, 19670 - HUMSAFAR EXPRESS, 12395 - ZIYARAT EXPRESS, 20942 - GCT BDTS SF EXP. Book Now
How many Covid Special trains are currently running from Varanasi to Aktasa?
31 Covid Special trains are currently running from Varanasi to Aktasa. Book Now
Which is the fastest train from Varanasi to Aktasa?
Fastest train from Varanasi to Aktasa is 12315 - ANANYA EXPRESS which takes 11 hrs 30 mins to reach Aktasa. Book Train Tickets
When does the first Varanasi to Aktasa train leave?
The first train from Varanasi to Aktasa is 12315 - ANANYA EXPRESS with departure at 02:05 AM from Dd Upadhyaya Jn Railway Station(DDU). Book Now
Which is the last train to Varanasi from Aktasa ?
12395 - ZIYARAT EXPRESS is the last train between Varanasi from Aktasa with departure at 11:05 PM from Dd Upadhyaya Jn Railway Station(DDU). Book Now
What is the travel distance and travel time from Varanasi to Aktasa?
The approximate travel distance from Varanasi to Aktasa is 683 KM and minimum travel time is 11 hrs 30 mins .
From which all stations in Varanasi we can board trains to Aktasa?
Stations in Varanasi where we can board trains to Aktasa are the Varanasi Junction(BSB), Dd Upadhyaya Jn Railway Station(DDU), Dodhi Railway Station(DHE), Bhadohi Railway Station(BOY), Aunrihar Junction(ARJ). Book Now
How to get the latest online information about my booking from Varanasi to Aktasa Trains?
If you are travelling from Varanasi to Aktasa, you can check PNR STATUS for latest tickets information can be checked through Goibibo train app or Goibibo website.
How to book tatkal tickets from Varanasi to Aktasa?
You can book TATKAL TICKETS ONLINE, Booking starts from one day prior to the date of journey, from Varanasi to Aktasa