Four New Vande Bharat Express Trains Inaugurated From Varanasi

The high-speed new Vande Bharat trains from Varanasi unveiled by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on November 8 2025, There is a big step forward for India’s rail travel. The Vande Bharat trains from Varanasi provide direct routes to the major religious centers and business districts and tourist destinations which bring about quicker travel times. The Varanasi train service now enables travelers to experience faster and premium train services which Skyline Holidayz recommends booking in advance to combine with their cultural tour.

Key New Vande Bharat Trains Varanasi Routes

The new Vande Bharat Express starting from Varanasi is the main among the newly introduced Vande Bharat trains that run from the Banaras railway station in the city of Varanasi. The train stops at Varanasi and after Prayagraj and Chitrakoot, the train reaches the Khajuraho temples which are also a UNESCO World Heritage Site making the total journey time shorter by 2 hrs and 40 mins.

The new Lucknow–Saharanpur Vande Bharat Express, Firozpur–Delhi Vande Bharat Express and Ernakulam–Bengaluru Vande Bharat Express, which were launched from Varanasi, enhance the connection between the sacred city and the rest of Indian cities. Introduction of the new Vande Bharat trains Varanasi project is not only serving but also a pursuit of a visionary dream of PM Modi to make world class railway infrastructure that will be a major booster for tourism and way forward to drive the economy in Uttar Pradesh and Punjab and in South Indian states.

Banaras-Khajuraho Route Details

The train runs every day but not on thursday from Varanasi to Khajuraho and back. Leaving Varanasi at 5:25 AM, the train reached Khajuraho at 1:10 PM halting at Banaras Cantonment and other major stations like Prayagraj(Allahabad), Satna and more.

The route provides major advantages to both pilgrims and tourists since it develops religious tourism which connects the ghats of Kashi with the erotic sculptures of Khajuraho. The guided temple tours provided by Skyline Holidayz allow visitors to experience the heritage sites without facing any difficulties from using the rail system.

Nationwide Extensions From Varanasi Event

The Lucknow–Saharanpur train which connects to Haridwar through Lucknow provides transit service which includes his 7-hour: 45minute journey, does not have a direct train. The Firozpur–Delhi route which operates at 6 hours and 40 minutes connects Bathinda and other Punjab cities to Delhi while the Ernakulam–Bengaluru route connects Kerala’s IT hubs to Karnataka.

The new Vande Bharat trains Varanasi routes decrease older train use which results in better trade and pilgrimage activities. Varanasi used to serve as the main center for rail modernization after more than 160 Vande Bharat trains began operating.

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New Vande Bharat Trains Number and Schedule

The explosive new Vande Bharat trains running from, through and to Varanasi have special train numbers which make it easy for passengers to go ahead and book their tickets. The Banaras-Khajuraho Vande Bharat Express operates as train number 26422 on the way out and as 26421 on the way in (Khajuraho to Varanasi, leaving at 3:05 PM, reaching at 10:50 PM).

Varanasi Train Timing Breakdown

In 2025 will be highlighted by the Banaras-Khajuraho: Trailing Varanasi to Khajuraho via Prayagraj and Chitrakoot, cuts down journey time by 2 hours 40 minutes.

Lucknow–Saharanpur: covers 7hr 45min The schedule caters to those who start their trip from Lucknow after finishing their Varanasi journey.

Firozpur–Delhi: It is the fastest train which takes you from Varanasi to Delhi in 6 hours and 40 minutes and this is the best for businessmen to get the exact vansan train timing as it matches with the flag off schedules.

Ernakulam–Bengaluru: 5.10 a.m. Bengaluru departure has over two hours travel time advantage when heading south.

The current new Vande Bharat train Varanasi train timing requires passengers to check IRCTC because the schedule contains slight updates which occur after the train service begins operation. For successful travel Skyline Holidayz recommends that customers must coordinate their train ticket bookings with their planned trips across multiple cities.

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New Vande Bharat Trains Varanasi Stations and Stops

The main train service for Varanasi stations uses Banaras Cantonment as its primary station while Shivajinagar functions as its secondary station. The Banaras-Khajuraho route provides stops at Prayagraj, Mirzapur, Satna, and Mahoba to improve access for passengers traveling to the new Vande Bharat trains Varanasi stations network.

Major Halts Across Routes

The western UP region can access the Sitapur, Shahjahanpur, Bareilly, Moradabad, Bijnor station stops which function as major transportation links.

The Punjabi-Delhi transportation network gains strength through three key stations which include Bathinda, Patiala, and Ludhiana.

The two stops which serve as key transportation links between Tamil Nadu and the Salem and Jolarpettai locations provide essential service to the professional workforce of Tamil Nadu.

The new Vande Bharat train Varanasi routes ensure accessibility to tier-2 cities while connecting them to major metropolitan areas. The modern amenities which include rotating seats and mini-pantries and sealed gangways elevate the passenger experience to a higher standard.

Impact of New Vande Bharat Trains Varanasi Projects

The new Vande Bharat trains Varanasi projects have established travel routes which cut down travel time by hours while attracting tourists who visit the spiritual sites of Varanasi and the historic sites of Khajuraho. The economic impact results in increased business activities within Punjab and Karnataka because IT professionals and traders benefit from faster travel times.

Skyline Holidayz uses the rail system to create custom travel packages which combine the fast Vande Bharat service with cultural experiences in Varanasi and Khajuraho and other locations from Indian and international origins. The economic development of the region quickens because pilgrims visit Haridwar and the border regions of Delhi join the area.

Features Enhancing Passenger Experience

Vande Bharat operates at semi-high speeds which reach up to 160 kmph and it provides European-style seating and automatic door operation and onboard entertainment facilities. The Vande Bharat Express trains from Varanasi provide passengers bio-vacuum toilets and Wi-Fi service to maintain their comfort during their journey on new Vande Bharat trains Varanasi routes.

Travelers experience less exhaustion which makes long-distance travel more pleasant. Skyline Holidayz provides additional services for customers through its station transfer and guided tour services which operate after customers reach the station.

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