Varanasi Delhi Sleeper Vande Bharat booking is expected to begin on October 27, 2026, giving passengers an opportunity to reserve berths for the proposed new overnight train service.
The train is expected to connect Varanasi and New Delhi, with a planned launch on October 31.
The new service is expected to provide an overnight travel option for passengers travelling between Uttar Pradesh and the national capital.
However, travellers should check the official railway reservation system for confirmed booking availability, fares and final operating details.
Varanasi Delhi Sleeper Vande Bharat Booking Date
Reservations for the Varanasi–New Delhi Sleeper Vande Bharat are reportedly scheduled to open on October 27. The proposed service is expected to begin operating on October 31, 2026.
Passengers planning to travel should verify their journey dates and seat availability through the official railway booking system once reservations open.
The launch date and operating arrangements should be confirmed through official railway announcements before making firm travel plans.
 Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Timings and Route
The proposed train is expected to operate under train numbers 27421 and 27422.
On the Varanasi-to-New Delhi route, the train is scheduled to depart Varanasi at 8:50 PM and arrive in New Delhi at approximately 5:55 AM the following morning.
On the return journey, the train is expected to leave New Delhi at 9:40 PM and reach Varanasi at around 6:45 AM the next day.
These timings are provisional and should be checked against the final timetable.
The planned intermediate stops include Prayagraj Junction and Kanpur Central.
The service is expected to operate six days a week, with the Varanasi-to-Delhi service not running on Saturdays and the Delhi-to-Varanasi service not running on Fridays.
Sleeper Vande Bharat Coaches and Facilities
The proposed train is expected to feature 16 air-conditioned coaches designed for overnight journeys.
The reported configuration includes one First AC coach, four Second AC coaches and 11 Third AC coaches.
The train is expected to accommodate approximately 823 passengers.
Its sleeping berths are intended to let travellers rest during the journey, offering a different experience from the chair-car seating found on conventional Vande Bharat services.
What Passengers Should Know About Ticket Fares
The official fare chart was not confirmed in the available reports at the time of publication.
Ticket prices may vary according to the travel distance and accommodation class, so passengers should avoid relying on unofficial fare estimates.
Once Varanasi Delhi Sleeper Vande Bharat booking becomes available, travellers should check the applicable fare, coach class, journey date and boarding station before completing their reservation.
The proposed overnight service is expected to improve rail connectivity between Varanasi, Prayagraj, Kanpur and New Delhi.
Passengers should rely on official railway updates for final confirmation of the launch, schedule and ticket prices.
