Indian Railways Route Guide · Updated 2026-06-07

Delhi to Surat Train

Quick Answer

The best Delhi to Surat trains are Pashchim Express (12925) and Karnavati Express (19016) — from New Delhi or Hazrat Nizamuddin (NZM) to Surat (ST) in approximately 18–20 hours. Distance: ~1,155 km. Sleeper ₹455, 3AC ₹1,215. Trains travel via Vadodara on the Western Railway mainline.

1201 km 14–18 hours Sleeper from ₹515 3AC from ₹1,405 2AC from ₹2,015
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Delhi to Surat Train — Distance, Duration & Fares

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Rail Distance~1201 km
Journey Duration14–18 hours
Sleeper Class (SL)From ₹515 approx.
3 Tier AC (3AC / 3A)From ₹1,405 approx.
2 Tier AC (2AC / 2A)From ₹2,015 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 Surat 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

Multiple daily trains on this route — try different trains if one is waitlisted.
Book 30 days ahead for weekend travel.
Tatkal opens 1 day before at 10 AM (AC) and 11 AM (non-AC).

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Pashchim Express and Karnavati Express

Pashchim Express (12925/12926) and Karnavati Express (19015/19016) are the main Delhi–Surat trains, running via the Western Railway line through Vadodara. Both take ~18–20 hours. Multiple other Gujarat-bound expresses also stop at Surat.

Surat: Diamond and Textile Hub

Surat is Gujarat's second-largest city — the world's diamond cutting capital and a major textile manufacturing hub. Surat Junction (ST) is well-connected within the city by local transport.

Via Vadodara: Western Railway Route

All Delhi–Surat trains travel on the Western Railway main line via Rajasthan and Gujarat: Delhi – Kota – Vadodara – Bharuch – Surat. Vadodara (Baroda) is the major intermediate junction 105 km north of Surat.

Frequently Asked Questions — Delhi to Surat Train

~18–20 hours on most expresses.
Sleeper ₹455, 3AC ₹1,215.
Pashchim Express (12925), Karnavati Express (19016), and several other Gujarat-bound trains stop at Surat.

Railway Guides for This Journey

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