Curated Corridor Intelligence
Reverse: Patna βž” Kanpur

Best Trains: Kanpur to Patna

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

Fastest Run6h 41m
Overnight Hotel SaverπŸŒ™ ~6h Sleep
Recommended StationsCNB βž” DNR
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Route Fare Spectrum (Kanpur βž” Patna)

Lowest starting rates on this corridor based on distance slabs

Statutory non-flexi rates
Sleeper (SL)Budget
β‚Ή350
Sikkim Mahananda Express
Economy AC (3E)-8% Base
β‚Ή945
Sampoorna Kranti Express
2-Tier AC (2A)Spacious
β‚Ή1390
Sikkim Mahananda Express
Standard 3ARegular
β‚Ή965
Sikkim Mahananda Express
#1 Recommended Pick
SUPERFAST

Sampoorna Kranti Express

#12394

Best Overall: Hotel-Saver Overnight Journey

10:30 PM
Kanpur Central
(CNB)
8h 05m
πŸŒ™ Overnight
6:35 AMNext Day
Patna Junction
(PNBE)

Why We Recommend This Train:

Zero hotel expense: Departs 10:30 PM and arrives 6:35 AM (the next morning), preserving your entire working day.
Smart Fare Value: Offers 3-Tier Economy (3E) at β‚Ή945 (8% cheaper base fare than regular 3A).
Classes:
1A2A3A3ESL
Ticket Fares:
SL: β‚Ή3803E: β‚Ή9453A: β‚Ή10152A: β‚Ή14501A: β‚Ή2435
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

9:57 PMCNB
7h 18m
5:15 AMPNBE
  • Dependable seat allotment: Large general quota allocation from originating station.
  • Civilized morning arrival: Departs 9:57 PM and reaches destination at 5:15 AM (the next morning), saving an overnight hotel bill.
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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 Kanpur & Patna?

πŸ“Boarding in Kanpur

  • Kanpur Central (CNB)Major Terminal

    Busiest railway junction in North India on Delhi-Howrah trunk route

  • Kanpur Anwarganj (CPA)

    Secondary terminal serving Farrukhabad & Kasganj branch

🏁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