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Kolkata to Gorakhpur Trains

Q: What classes are available on Kolkata to Gorakhpur trains?

Trains on this route offer various classes including Sleeper (SL), Third AC (3A), Second AC (2A), First AC (1A), Chair Car (CC), and more depending on the train.

7 direct trains between Kolkata (KOAA) and Gorakhpur (GKP) — fastest covers it in 17h 20m, cheapest from ₹465.

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7Total trains

1Run daily

856km

17h 20mFastest

₹465From (SL)

🎯 Route insight: For speed, take PURBANCHAL EXP (17h 20m). For budget, the SL class on this route starts at ₹465. Premium-class travellers should book 60+ days ahead during festival/holiday weeks; sleeper-class WL on this corridor often clears in the chart.

Train No.	Train Name	Departure	Arrival	Duration	Classes	Runs On
15047	PURBANCHAL EXP	14:35	07:55	17h 20m	1A, 2A, 3A, SL	Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat
15049	PURBANCHAL EXP	14:35	09:25	18h 50m	1A, 2A, 3A, SL	Wed, Sun
15051	PURBANCHAL EXP	14:35	08:15	17h 40m	1A, 2A, 3A, SL	Fri
05059	KOAA LKU SPL	05:00	02:35	21h 35m	1A, 2A, 3E, SL	Sat
04623	KOAA ASR SPL	05:00	02:15	21h 15m	2A, 3A, SL	Thu
13019	BAGH EXPRESS	21:40	17:55	20h 15m	2A, 3A, SL	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
15021	SHM GKP EXP	19:50	19:50	24h 00m	1A, 2A, 3A, SL	Tue

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many trains run from Kolkata to Gorakhpur?

There are 7 direct trains between Kolkata (KOAA) and Gorakhpur (GKP), of which 1 run daily.

Which is the fastest train from Kolkata to Gorakhpur?

PURBANCHAL EXP (15047) is the fastest, covering the route in 17h 20m (856 km).

What is the cheapest fare from Kolkata to Gorakhpur?

The lowest base fare is ₹465 in SL class. Tatkal and dynamic-fare trains may cost more depending on demand and booking date.

How do I check seat availability from Kolkata to Gorakhpur?

Visit Ghumo, select your travel date, and view real-time CNF/RAC/WL availability for all classes (SL, 3A, 2A, 1A, CC, EC) and quotas (GN, TQ, PT). The arrow buttons (‹ ›) flip dates without re-running the search.

What classes are available on Kolkata to Gorakhpur trains?

Available classes on this route: 1A, 2A, 3A, 3E, SL.

When should I book to get a confirmed ticket?

For premium classes (1A/2A/3A) on this route, book 60+ days ahead during festival/holiday weeks. For Sleeper, mid-week travel typically clears WL in the chart even when booked 2–3 weeks ahead. Use Waitlist Prediction to get specific odds for your train and date.