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Delhi to Mumbai Train

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The fastest Delhi to Mumbai train is the Mumbai Rajdhani Express (12951) — daily from New Delhi (NDLS) at 16:25, arriving Mumbai Central (BCT) at 08:15 the next day in 15 hours 50 minutes. August Kranti Rajdhani (12954) is also daily. Distance: 1,386 km. Sleeper fare from ₹670, 3AC from ₹1,835. Rajdhani trains are AC-only with meals included.

1386 km 15–17 hours Sleeper from ₹670 3AC from ₹1,835 2AC from ₹2,630
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Popular Delhi to Mumbai Train Trains

12951
Mumbai Rajdhani Express New Delhi → Mumbai Central  ·  Runs: Daily
Rajdhani 12954
August Kranti Rajdhani Express Hazrat Nizamuddin → Mumbai Central  ·  Runs: Daily
Rajdhani 12214
Mumbai Duronto Express New Delhi → Mumbai Central  ·  Runs: Tue, Fri, Sun
Duronto

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Delhi to Mumbai Train — Distance, Duration & Fares

DetailInfo
Rail Distance~1386 km
Journey Duration15–17 hours
Sleeper Class (SL)From ₹670 approx.
3 Tier AC (3AC / 3A)From ₹1,835 approx.
2 Tier AC (2AC / 2A)From ₹2,630 approx.
Advance Booking Opens120 days before journey at 8:00 AM IST
Tatkal Booking Opens1 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 Delhi to Mumbai Train Ticket

  1. Check seat availability first — use PNR Alert route search to see which trains have confirmed seats on your travel date and class.
  2. Choose train and class — Rajdhani is fastest, AC-only. For Sleeper class, choose Express or Superfast trains. Compare departure times, days, and classes.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.

Booking Tips

Book exactly at 8:00 AM IST when the 120-day window opens — Mumbai Rajdhani 3AC can sell out within minutes on peak travel dates.
If 3AC is waitlisted on Rajdhani (12951), check August Kranti Rajdhani (12954) or 2AC on the same train — different quotas may still have confirmed seats.
Rajdhani trains have no Sleeper class. For Sleeper, use Paschim Express (12925, daily) or Mumbai Mail (11093).
Tatkal quota opens 1 day before departure — AC Tatkal at 10:00 AM and Sleeper Tatkal at 11:00 AM on IRCTC.
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Fastest Train: Mumbai Rajdhani Express (12951/12952)

The Mumbai Rajdhani Express (12951) is the fastest and most popular Delhi–Mumbai train. It departs New Delhi (NDLS) at 16:25 daily and arrives Mumbai Central (BCT) at 08:15 the next morning — a journey of 15 hours 50 minutes covering 1,386 km. The August Kranti Rajdhani Express (12954) also runs daily from NDLS at 17:55, arriving BCT at 10:22 (+1 day). Both Rajdhani trains are AC-only — 3AC, 2AC, and 1AC — with meals included in the fare. No Sleeper class is available on Rajdhani.

Budget Option: Trains with Sleeper Class

For Sleeper class travel, the Mumbai Duronto Express (12214) runs on Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday with limited halts. Superfast trains including the Paschim Express (12925) and Maharashtra Express (11093) also cover this route with Sleeper, 3AC, and 2AC classes at significantly lower fares, though journey time is 19–23 hours. For budget overnight travel outside Rajdhani, Paschim Express is a popular daily choice.

Which Station to Board in Delhi

Mumbai Rajdhani (12951) and August Kranti Rajdhani (12954) both depart from New Delhi (NDLS) — the main station in central Delhi, on the Yellow and Orange Metro lines. Mumbai Duronto (12214) also departs from NDLS. Always confirm your departure station from the IRCTC booking ticket — Delhi has four major stations and choosing the wrong one can mean missing the train.

Which Station in Mumbai Do Delhi Trains Arrive At

Rajdhani trains from Delhi typically arrive at Mumbai Central (BCT) in the western suburbs. Trains via the Central Railway route (like those from NDLS via Jhansi and Nagpur) arrive at CSTM (Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus). The Duronto and some overnight trains use LTT (Lokmanya Tilak Terminus). Your IRCTC ticket shows the exact destination station — always verify before travel.

Frequently Asked Questions — Delhi to Mumbai Train

Over 20 trains connect Delhi and Mumbai regularly. The most popular are Mumbai Rajdhani Express (12951, daily), August Kranti Rajdhani (12954, daily), Mumbai Duronto (12214, Tue/Fri/Sun), Paschim Express (12925/12926, daily), and Maharashtra Express (11093). Use PNR Alert route search to see all trains with live seat availability on your date.
The Mumbai Rajdhani Express (12951) is the fastest — departing New Delhi (NDLS) at 16:25 daily and arriving Mumbai Central (BCT) at 08:15 the next morning in 15 hours 50 minutes. August Kranti Rajdhani (12954) is the second fastest option, also running daily.
The rail distance from Delhi (New Delhi station) to Mumbai (Central/BCT) is approximately 1,386 km. Rajdhani covers this in 15h 50m; Superfast Express trains take 19–23 hours depending on the number of halts.
Sleeper class (SL) on non-Rajdhani trains starts from approximately ₹670. 3AC starts from about ₹1,835 and 2AC from ₹2,630. Note that Rajdhani has no Sleeper class — cheapest on Rajdhani is 3AC at ₹1,835 which includes meals. Fares vary by train, quota, and season.
Mumbai Rajdhani (12951) and August Kranti Rajdhani (12954) both depart from New Delhi (NDLS). Most Superfast and Express trains to Mumbai also depart from NDLS. A few trains depart from H. Nizamuddin (NZM). Always verify your departure station from the IRCTC booking confirmation.
Rajdhani trains from Delhi arrive at Mumbai Central (BCT) on the Western Railway. Central Railway trains (via Jhansi–Nagpur–Bhusaval route) arrive at CSTM. Duronto and some overnight trains arrive at LTT. Your IRCTC ticket shows the exact destination station.
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Yes. Tatkal quota is available on most Delhi–Mumbai trains including Rajdhani. AC Tatkal (3AC, 2AC, 1AC) opens at 10:00 AM one day before departure. Non-AC (Sleeper) Tatkal opens at 11:00 AM. Tatkal fares include a fixed surcharge on top of the base fare but offer confirmed seats when the regular quota is full.

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