Planning an overnight trip between Varanasi and Delhi could soon get easier. Indian Railways is set to introduce a Vande Bharat Sleeper train connecting the two cities, allowing passengers to board at night and reach their destination the following morning. The new service is expected to begin on October 31, 2026, with Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw likely to flag it off.
Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Between Varanasi And Delhi?
According to NDTV, the new Vande Bharat Sleeper train will operate under train numbers 27421 and 27422, connecting Varanasi with New Delhi. The overnight service is designed to help passengers make the journey while they sleep, arriving at their destination early the next morning.
Here are the expected timings for both directions:
- Varanasi to New Delhi: Train number 27421 will depart Varanasi at 8:50 PM and arrive at New Delhi at 5:55 AM the following day.
- New Delhi to Varanasi: Train number 27422 will depart New Delhi at 9:40 PM and reach Varanasi at 6:45 AM the next morning.
The service is expected to run six days a week. The train will not depart from New Delhi on Fridays or from Varanasi on Saturdays.
As per reports, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw is expected to flag off the train on October 31.
Along with the Vande Bharat Sleeper service, three other trains are also expected to be flagged off on October 31. These include the Banaras City-Prayagraj Rambagh MEMU train, the Banaras City-Raja Talab MEMU train and the Varanasi-Sabarmati Superfast Express.
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What Can Passengers Expect From The Upcoming Train?
The Vande Bharat Sleeper train is scheduled to make two stops between Varanasi and New Delhi: Prayagraj and Kanpur Central. It will pass through Chhipiyana Buzurg without a scheduled passenger halt.
There have also been reports of Aligarh being considered as an additional stop, but an official confirmation is awaited.
Unlike the existing Vande Bharat trains, which primarily offer chair-car seating, the new sleeper version is designed specifically for overnight journeys. It will feature 16 air-conditioned coaches with sleeping berths and space for around 823 passengers.
The coach composition will include:
- First AC: One coach
- Second AC: Four coaches
- Third AC: Eleven coaches
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The sleeper train is intended to offer a more comfortable overnight travel experience, combining air-conditioned accommodation with modern train interiors.
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FAQs
When will the Vande Bharat Sleeper train between Varanasi and Delhi start?
The Vande Bharat Sleeper train connecting Varanasi and New Delhi is expected to be launched on October 31, 2026. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw is expected to flag off the service.
How many coaches will the Vande Bharat Sleeper train have?
The train is expected to have 16 air-conditioned coaches, comprising one First AC coach, four Second AC coaches and 11 Third AC coaches. It will accommodate approximately 823 passengers.
How many days a week will the Vande Bharat Sleeper train operate?
The train is expected to operate six days a week. The proposed schedule excludes Saturdays for departures from Varanasi and Fridays for departures from New Delhi.
