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Curated Corridor Intelligence
Reverse: Varanasi ➔ Mumbai

Best Trains: Mumbai to Varanasi

Evaluating schedule convenience, track priority, and sleep ergonomics across 2 flagship trains.

Fastest Run24h 43m
Overnight Hotel Saver🌙 ~28h Sleep
Recommended StationsLTT ➔ DDU
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Route Fare Spectrum (Mumbai ➔ Varanasi)

Lowest starting rates on this corridor based on distance slabs

Statutory non-flexi rates
Sleeper (SL)Budget
₹680
LTT RAJGIR EXP
Economy AC (3E)-8% Base
₹1610
LTT RAJGIR EXP
2-Tier AC (2A)Spacious
₹2520
LTT RAJGIR EXP
Standard 3ARegular
₹1740
LTT RAJGIR EXP
#1 Recommended Pick
RAJDHANI

LTT RAJGIR EXP

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Best Overall: Hotel-Saver Overnight Journey

2:45 PM
LOKMANYATILAK
(LTT)
28h 23m
🌙 Overnight
7:08 PMNext Day
PT.DEEN DAYAL UPADHYAYA JN
(DDU)

Why We Recommend This Train:

Zero hotel expense: Departs 2:45 PM and arrives 7:08 PM (the next morning), preserving your entire working day.
Originating train: Starts from LOKMANYATILAK (LTT), allowing you to board comfortably 30 minutes in advance.
Smart Fare Value: Offers 3-Tier Economy (3E) at ₹1610 (8% cheaper base fare than regular 3A).
Premium track priority tier: Given signaling clearance ahead of regular passenger and freight services.
Classes:
1A2A3A3ESL
Ticket Fares:
SL: ₹6803E: ₹16103A: ₹17402A: ₹25201A: ₹4245
Runs Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun

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 Mumbai & Varanasi?

📍Boarding in Mumbai

  • Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT)Major Terminal

    South Mumbai flagship heritage terminal

  • Mumbai Central (MMCT)Major Terminal

    Western Railway flagship for Rajdhanis

  • Bandra Terminus (BDTS)Major Terminal

    Western suburbs, key for North-bound trains

  • Lokmanya Tilak Terminus (Kurla) (LTT)Major Terminal

    Eastern suburbs, major hub for long-distance

  • Dadar Central / Western (DR)

    Central transit interchange

🏁Arriving in Varanasi

  • Varanasi Junction (Cantonment) (BSB)Major Terminal

    Main central station in heart of the city

  • Banaras (formerly Manduadih) (BSBS)Major Terminal

    Modern terminal, very clean, near BHU

  • Banaras (BNRS)Major Terminal

    Modern terminal, very clean, near BHU (official IRCTC code BNRS)

  • Pt. Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Jn (Mughalsarai) (DDU)Major Terminal

    Major junction 16km from Varanasi, 24/7 train stop

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