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Rajdhani Express Trains from New Delhi to Patna Jn

Q: What classes are available on New Delhi to Patna Jn 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.

8 Rajdhani Express direct trains between New Delhi (NDLS) and Patna Jn (PNBE) — fastest covers it in 11h 28m, cheapest from ₹399.

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8Total trains

2Run daily

976km

11h 28mFastest

₹399From (EC)

🎯 Route insight: For speed, take KOLKATA RAJDHNI (11h 28m). For budget, the EC class on this route starts at ₹399. 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
12306	KOLKATA RAJDHNI	16:50	04:18	11h 28m	1A, 2A	Fri
12310	RJPB TEJAS RAJ	17:10	04:38	11h 28m	1A, 2A	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
12424	DBRT RAJDHANI	16:20	04:00	11h 40m	1A, 2A, 3A	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
12274	HWH DURONTO EXP	12:35	00:43	12h 08m	1A, 2A, 3A, 3E, CC, EC	Tue, Sat
20502	AGTL TEJAS RAJ	19:50	08:03	12h 13m	1A, 2A, 3A	Wed
20506	DBRG RAJDHANI	11:25	03:17	15h 52m	1A, 2A, 3A	Thu, Sun
20504	DBRG RAJDHANI	11:25	03:17	15h 52m	1A, 2A, 3A	Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat
20508	SANG RAJDHANI	19:50	08:03	12h 13m	1A, 2A	Sun

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many Rajdhani Express trains run from New Delhi to Patna Jn?

There are 8 Rajdhani Express direct trains between New Delhi (NDLS) and Patna Jn (PNBE), of which 2 run daily.

Which is the fastest train from New Delhi to Patna Jn?

KOLKATA RAJDHNI (12306) is the fastest, covering the route in 11h 28m (976 km).

What is the cheapest fare from New Delhi to Patna Jn?

The lowest base fare is ₹399 in EC class. Tatkal and dynamic-fare trains may cost more depending on demand and booking date.

How do I check seat availability from New Delhi to Patna Jn?

Visit Ghumo.Live, 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 New Delhi to Patna Jn trains?

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

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.