Delhi to Gorakhpur Train
The fastest Delhi to Gorakhpur train is the Vande Bharat Express (22549) — approximately 9 hours from New Delhi (NDLS). Gorakhdham Express (12555) runs daily with Sleeper and AC classes. Distance: 788 km. Sleeper from ₹355, 3AC from ₹960. Gorakhpur is the gateway to Nepal (Sonauli border, 90 km away).
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Delhi to Gorakhpur Train — Distance, Duration & Fares
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Rail Distance | ~788 km |
| Journey Duration | 9–11 hours |
| Sleeper Class (SL) | From ₹355 approx. |
| 3 Tier AC (3AC / 3A) | From ₹960 approx. |
| 2 Tier AC (2AC / 2A) | From ₹1,380 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.
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- 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.
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Fastest Option: Vande Bharat Express (22549)
The Vande Bharat Express (22549) is the fastest Delhi–Gorakhpur train — covering 788 km in approximately 9 hours with modern semi-high-speed Chair Cars. Chair Car only (CC and Executive). Catering included. Departs New Delhi (NDLS) in the morning and arrives Gorakhpur Junction (GKP) by early evening.
Daily Overnight: Gorakhdham Express (12555)
The Gorakhdham Express (12555) runs daily from New Delhi (NDLS) to Gorakhpur Junction (GKP) with Sleeper, 3AC, and 2AC classes. Journey time is approximately 10–11 hours overnight. One of the most popular trains on this corridor — connects Delhi with Eastern UP and Bihar travellers via Gorakhpur.
Gorakhpur: Gateway to Nepal
Gorakhpur Junction (GKP) is the closest major railway station to the India-Nepal border at Sonauli (90 km away). From GKP station, taxis and buses run to Sonauli/Bhairahawa border. Nepal destinations reachable from here: Lumbini (30 km from Sonauli), Pokhara (200 km), and Kathmandu (380 km). Gorakhpur is also home to the famous Gorakhnath Mandir.
Gorakhpur Junction: India's Longest Platform
Gorakhpur Junction (GKP) holds the Guinness World Record for the longest railway platform in the world — approximately 1.35 km. It is a major junction with trains connecting to Lucknow, Varanasi, Patna, and Nepal border.
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