Bangalore to Delhi Train
The fastest Bangalore to Delhi train is the KSR Bangalore Rajdhani (22692) — 33 hours 45 minutes, running Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday from KSR Bangalore City (SBC) to H. Nizamuddin (NZM). Karnataka Express (12628) runs daily from SBC to New Delhi (NDLS) in 38–42 hours. Distance: 2,150 km. Sleeper from ₹970, 3AC from ₹2,680.
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Bangalore to Delhi Train — Distance, Duration & Fares
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Rail Distance | ~2150 km |
| Journey Duration | 30–34 hours |
| Sleeper Class (SL) | From ₹970 approx. |
| 3 Tier AC (3AC / 3A) | From ₹2,680 approx. |
| 2 Tier AC (2AC / 2A) | From ₹3,840 approx. |
| Advance Booking Opens | 120 days before journey at 8:00 AM IST |
| Tatkal Booking Opens | 1 day before — AC at 10:00 AM, Non-AC at 11:00 AM IST |
* Fares are approximate base fares. Actual fares vary by train, quota, and season. Check live fares on IRCTC before booking.
How to Book Bangalore to Delhi Train Ticket
- Check seat availability first — use PNR Alert route search to see which trains have confirmed seats on your travel date and class.
- Choose train and class — Rajdhani is fastest, AC-only. For Sleeper class, choose Express or Superfast trains. Compare departure times, days, and classes.
- Book on IRCTC — go to irctc.co.in or IRCTC Rail Connect app. Log in, select train/class/quota, and pay. Book up to 120 days in advance at 8:00 AM.
- Note your PNR number — your 10-digit PNR appears in the IRCTC booking confirmation email and SMS. Enter it on PNR Alert to track status and get WhatsApp alerts.
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Fastest: KSR Bangalore Rajdhani (22692)
The KSR Bangalore Rajdhani (22692) is the fastest Bangalore–Delhi train — departing KSR Bangalore City (SBC) on Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday, arriving H. Nizamuddin (NZM) in approximately 33 hours 45 minutes. AC-only (3AC, 2AC, 1AC) with meals. As a 3-days-a-week train, seats sell out fast — book at the 120-day opening.
Daily Option: Karnataka Express (12628)
Karnataka Express (12628) runs daily from KSR Bangalore City (SBC) to New Delhi (NDLS), taking approximately 38–42 hours. Has Sleeper, 3AC, and 2AC classes. Karnataka Sampark Kranti (12650) is another option on select days. For daily guaranteed travel on the budget, Karnataka Express is the most reliable choice.
Arrival in Delhi: NZM vs NDLS
Rajdhani (22692) arrives at H. Nizamuddin (NZM) — south Delhi on the Pink Metro Line. Karnataka Express (12628) arrives at New Delhi (NDLS) — central Delhi on Yellow/Orange Metro. Plan your onward journey within Delhi from the correct station.
A 34–42 Hour Journey: Class Matters
This is one of India's longest major train corridors. For a 34-hour Rajdhani or 40-hour Karnataka Express journey, 3AC is strongly recommended — air-conditioned berths across multiple nights make a huge difference in comfort compared to Sleeper.
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