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Rajgir to Banaras Trains

Q: What classes are available on Rajgir to Banaras 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.

4 direct trains between Rajgir (RGD) and Banaras (BNRS) — fastest covers it in 6h 03m, cheapest from ₹225.

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4Total trains

3Run daily

311km

6h 03mFastest

₹225From (SL)

🎯 Route insight: For speed, take AZIMABAD EXPRES (6h 03m). For budget, the SL class on this route starts at ₹225. 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
15137	BUDH PURNIMA EXP	21:30	07:15	09h 45m	2A, 3A, SL	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
12391	SHRAMJEEVI EXP	07:45	15:05	07h 20m	1A, 2A, 3A, SL	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
12948	AZIMABAD EXPRES	21:00	03:03	06h 03m	2A, 3A, 3E, SL	Wed, Fri
13201	RGD LTT EXP	20:45	04:08	07h 23m	1A, 2A, 3A, 3E, SL	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many trains run from Rajgir to Banaras?

There are 4 direct trains between Rajgir (RGD) and Banaras (BNRS), of which 3 run daily.

Which is the fastest train from Rajgir to Banaras?

AZIMABAD EXPRES (12948) is the fastest, covering the route in 6h 03m (311 km).

What is the cheapest fare from Rajgir to Banaras?

The lowest base fare is ₹225 in SL class. Tatkal and dynamic-fare trains may cost more depending on demand and booking date.

How do I check seat availability from Rajgir to Banaras?

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 Rajgir to Banaras 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.