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Reverse: Patna ➔ Delhi

Best Trains: Delhi to Patna

Evaluating schedule convenience, track priority, and sleep ergonomics across 4 flagship trains.

Fastest Run11h 28m
Overnight Hotel Saver🌙 ~11h Sleep
Recommended StationsNDLS ➔ DNR
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Route Fare Spectrum (Delhi ➔ Patna)

Lowest starting rates on this corridor based on distance slabs

Statutory non-flexi rates
Sleeper (SL)Budget
₹505
Sikkim Mahananda Express
Economy AC (3E)-8% Base
₹1285
Sampoorna Kranti Express
2-Tier AC (2A)Spacious
₹1945
Sikkim Mahananda Express
Standard 3ARegular
₹1330
Sikkim Mahananda Express
#1 Recommended Pick
SUPERFAST

Sampoorna Kranti Express

#12394

Best Overall: Hotel-Saver Overnight Journey

5:30 PM
New Delhi
(NDLS)
13h 05m
🌙 Overnight
6:35 AMNext Day
Patna Junction
(PNBE)

Why We Recommend This Train:

Zero hotel expense: Departs 5:30 PM and arrives 6:35 AM (the next morning), preserving your entire working day.
Originating train: Starts from New Delhi (NDLS), allowing you to board comfortably 30 minutes in advance.
Smart Fare Value: Offers 3-Tier Economy (3E) at ₹1285 (8% cheaper base fare than regular 3A).
Classes:
1A2A3A3ESL
Ticket Fares:
SL: ₹5403E: ₹12853A: ₹13902A: ₹20101A: ₹3375
Runs Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun

Key Decision Alternatives & Trade-Offs

#2 Smart Backup (If #1 is Waitlisted / Sold Out)#12310

Patna Tejas Rajdhani Express

The Best Plan B: Reliable operational alternative

5:10 PMNDLS
12h 05m
5:15 AMPNBE
  • Dependable seat allotment: Large general quota allocation from originating station.
  • Civilized morning arrival: Departs 5:10 PM and reaches destination at 5:15 AM (the next morning), saving an overnight hotel bill.
From ₹1390
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Please Note: HelpAdda recommendations are based on official scheduled timetables, travel ergonomics, and track priority. Train timings and running days are subject to Indian Railways operational revisions. Always confirm live seat availability and current running status on IRCTC or NTES before booking.

Station Navigation Advice

Which Station Should You Pick in Delhi & Patna?

📍Boarding in Delhi

  • New Delhi (NDLS)Major Terminal

    Central, connected to Airport Express Metro

  • Old Delhi (DLI)Major Terminal

    Historic terminal, connected to Yellow Line Metro

  • Hazrat Nizamuddin (NZM)Major Terminal

    South Delhi, connected to Pink Line Metro

  • Anand Vihar Terminal (ANVT)Major Terminal

    East Delhi, major hub for East-bound trains

  • Delhi Sarai Rohilla (DEE)

    West Delhi, hubs Rajasthan & Gujarat trains

  • Delhi Cantt (DEC)

    South-West Delhi, major Vande Bharat stop

🏁Arriving in Patna

  • Patna Junction (PNBE)Major Terminal

    Main terminal in the heart of Bihar's capital

  • Rajendra Nagar Terminal (RJPB)Major Terminal

    Modern origin terminal for Sampoorna Kranti & Rajdhani

  • Danapur Junction (DNR)Major Terminal

    West Patna hub, bypasses city center traffic

  • Patliputra Junction (PPTA)Major Terminal

    North-bound terminal towards North Bihar

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