The Vande Bharat Sleeper train is designed to make overnight travel more convenient, allowing passengers to complete their journey by the following morning. Travellers using this service will have access to various onboard amenities. Passengers can check the official Indian Railways website for timetable updates and information about scheduled stops.
Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Timetable
According to the available schedule details, two services are associated with the Varanasi–New Delhi route: Train No. 27421, running from Varanasi to New Delhi, and Train No. 27422, operating in the opposite direction.
Train No. 27421 will depart from Varanasi at 8:50 PM. It is scheduled to reach Prayagraj Junction at 10:35 PM and leave at 10:40 PM. The train will then arrive at Kanpur Central at 12:40 AM before reaching New Delhi at 5:55 AM.
In the reverse direction, Train No. 27422 will leave New Delhi at 9:40 PM. It is expected to arrive at Prayagraj Junction at 4:45 AM the next day and depart at 4:50 AM. The train is scheduled to reach Varanasi at 6:45 AM.
Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Stoppages
Prayagraj Junction is listed as a scheduled stop, with a halt of approximately five minutes in each direction. Although Kanpur Central is mentioned in the Varanasi-to-Delhi timetable, the available details do not clearly establish its final stopping status.
Indian Railways has yet to issue a final official announcement confirming the complete timetable and all scheduled stoppages. Passengers should therefore verify the latest details through official railway channels before making travel arrangements.
How Many Days a Week Will the Train Run?
The Delhi–Varanasi Vande Bharat Sleeper service is expected to operate six days a week, with Saturday excluded from its operating schedule. Passengers should check the latest official timetable to confirm the operating days before booking their tickets.
Vande Bharat Sleeper Ticket Fare
The ticket price will depend on the distance travelled and the selected coach category. According to Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, the fare for AC 3-tier accommodation is ₹2.40 per kilometre. At this rate, a journey covering 1,000 kilometres would cost ₹2,400.
The train will not offer the Reservation Against Cancellation (RAC) facility. Passengers should check the applicable fare and reservation rules through official railway channels before booking.
Disclaimer
The timetable, stoppage information, operating days and fare details mentioned in this article are based on the information available at the time of writing. These details may change following official announcements by Indian Railways. Readers are advised to consult official railway sources for the latest confirmed schedule, ticket prices and booking conditions before planning their journey.