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Ranchi to Gorakhpur Trains

Q: What classes are available on Ranchi 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.

2 direct trains between Ranchi (RNC) and Gorakhpur (GKP) — fastest covers it in 18h 45m, cheapest from ₹450.

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2Total trains

1Run daily

788km

18h 45mFastest

₹450From (SL)

🎯 Route insight: For speed, take RNC GKP EXPRESS (18h 45m). For budget, the SL class on this route starts at ₹450. 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
18629	RNC GKP EXPRESS	16:50	11:35	18h 45m	1A, 2A, 3A, SL	Fri
15027	MAURYA EXPRESS	16:25	16:35	24h 10m	2A, 3A, SL	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many trains run from Ranchi to Gorakhpur?

There are 2 direct trains between Ranchi (RNC) and Gorakhpur (GKP), of which 1 run daily.

Which is the fastest train from Ranchi to Gorakhpur?

RNC GKP EXPRESS (18629) is the fastest, covering the route in 18h 45m (788 km).

What is the cheapest fare from Ranchi to Gorakhpur?

The lowest base fare is ₹450 in SL class. Tatkal and dynamic-fare trains may cost more depending on demand and booking date.

How do I check seat availability from Ranchi to Gorakhpur?

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 Ranchi to Gorakhpur trains?

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