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Festive special trains from Sarnath To Gaya

6 festive special trains found from BSB, DDU to GAYA


COVID special trains from Sarnath to Gaya

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Trains passing through Sarnath

Weekly Train Time Table from Sarnath to Gaya

Explore the latest weekly train timetable from Sarnath to Gaya, showing key departure and arrival times for trains that run on specific days of the week. This section helps you quickly check train timings, days of operation, and journey duration so you can plan your travel with confidence without having to dig through raw schedules. Typical entries include trains like PRATAP EXPRESS, departing at 02:35 and arriving at 04:55 on Friday with a travel time of around 2:15hrs. You can use this weekly train time table to find the best day and time that suits your plans, compare options, and see when each train leaves and reaches its destination. For frequent travelers or those booking ahead, this view of Sarnath to Gaya train timings makes it easy to pick the right service.

Train Name (No.)Day of DepartureOrigin StationTime of DepartureDestination StationTime of ArrivalTotal Time of Travel
PRATAP EXPRESS
(12495)
FridayDD UPADHYAYA JN02:35GAYA JN04:5502:15 hrs
BKN HWH SF EXP
(12372)
FridayVARANASI05:20GAYA JN09:0003:35 hrs
GWL KOAA SF EXP
(12320)
FridayPT.DEEN DAYAL UPADHYAYA JN.06:20GAYA JN08:4002:15 hrs

Daily Train Timings and Timetable from Sarnath to Gaya

For travelers who want flexible dates, the daily train timetable from Sarnath to Gaya lists all trains that run each day with their key timings. This includes trains like NETAJI EXPRESS, which departs from at 20:48 and reaches by 23:35 in approximately 2:42hrs. Having this daily train timing and timetable in one place helps you quickly check when trains depart, how long the journey takes, and plan connections or onward travel. Most passengers looking up Sarnath to Gaya daily train timings want simple clarity on schedules and duration — and this snapshot gives exactly that.

Train NameDeparture DayOrigin StationDeparture TimeDestination StationArrival TimeTotal Time
NETAJI EXPRESS
(12312)
DailyDD UPADHYAYA JN20:48GAYA JN23:3502:42 hrs
KOLKATA MAIL
(12322)
DailyDD UPADHYAYA JN23:05GAYA JN02:1503:05 hrs
MAHABODHI EXP
(12398)
DailyPT.DEEN DAYAL UPADHYAYA JN.23:30GAYA JN02:5503:25 hrs
PURUSHOTTAM EXP
(12802)
DailyDD UPADHYAYA JN10:00GAYA JN12:4002:35 hrs
BUDHPURNIMA EXP
(14224)
DailyVARANASI20:30GAYA JN01:3505:00 hrs
AII SDAH SF EXP
(12988)
DailyPT.DEEN DAYAL UPADHYAYA JN.05:03GAYA JN07:5502:47 hrs
KOLKATA EXPRESS
(13152)
DailyKASHI01:53GAYA JN06:1504:17 hrs
SEALDAH RAJDHNI
(12314)
DailyPT.DEEN DAYAL UPADHYAYA JN.01:42GAYA JN03:4802:03 hrs
GANGASATLUJ EXP
(13308)
DailyKASHI21:00GAYA JN01:1504:10 hrs
DOON EXPRESS
(13010)
DailyKASHI16:28GAYA JN20:5004:12 hrs

Sarnath to Gaya Trains - FAQs

  • How many trains run from Sarnath to Gaya on a daily basis?

    There are around 11 trains runs from Sarnath to Gaya on a daily basis. The following trains start from Sarnath to Gaya. GANGASATLUJ EXP (13308) , KOLKATA EXPRESS (13152) , DOON EXPRESS (13010) , BUDHPURNIMA EXP (14224) , SHRAMJIVI EXP (12392) etc.

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  • How many trains run from Sarnath to Gaya on a weekly basis?

    There are 10 weekly trains from Sarnath to Gaya. Following trains are running from Sarnath to Gaya on a weekly basis: NEELANCHAL EXP (12876) , DURGIANA EXP (12358) , BKN HWH SF EXP (12372) , PRATAP EXPRESS (12495) , HWH RAJDHANI (12302) etc.

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  • When does the first train leaves from Sarnath to Gaya?

    The first train from Sarnath to Gaya is DURGIANA EXP (12358) , which leaves around 01:10.

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  • When does the last train leaves from Sarnath to Gaya?

    The last train from Sarnath to Gaya is MAHABODHI EXP (12398) , which leaves around 23:30.

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  • Suggest the travel time by train between Sarnath to Gaya?

    Travel time by train between Sarnath to Gaya is 2h 15m.

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  • How many Sarnath to Gaya covid special trains are running currently?

    Currently 16 Sarnath to Gaya covid special trains are running.

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  • How to order food in train?

    Go to the MMT app on your mobile and click on Train & Buses icon> Food in Trains> Order Food> Enter your PNR and choose your food, pay online or COD and get the food delivered right at your seat.

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  • How many railway stations are there in Sarnath?

    The number of railway stations in Sarnath are 1.

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  • How many railway stations are there in Gaya?

    The number of railway stations in Gaya are 1.

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  • What is the distance to travel from Sarnath to Gaya by rail?

    To travel from Sarnath to Gaya by rail, the distance that needs to be covered is 214 kms.

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  • What is the duration between Sarnath to Gaya if travelled by train?

    The train journey between Sarnath to Gaya will take around 3:19 hrs.

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  • What are Sarnath to Gaya train timings?

    21 trains run Sarnath to Gaya, please find below their departure times:
    12358 train (DURGIANA EXP) - Departs at 01:10 hrs and running days ( Tue, Fri )
    12398 train (MAHABODHI EXP) - Departs at 23:30 hrs and running days ( Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat )

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People Also Ask About Trains from Sarnath to Gaya

  • Q. How to book Sarnath to Gaya train tickets?

    A: The process to book Sarnath to Gaya train tickets through MakeMyTrip, an official train ticket booking partner of IRCTC. Follow the steps given below:
    1. Go to the MakeMyTrip Trains website or the MMT Train Booking Android app / iOS app, then enter Sarnath and Gaya as your source and destination location.
    2. Then, provide the date of the journey and select your preferred travel class. At this step, you can also choose any applicable quota for train ticket booking and proceed.
    3. Proceed to browse through the available trains from Sarnath to Gaya for the route on the given journey date and choose a suitable one based on train timing, fares/prices, etc.
    4. Once you have checked seat availability and proceeded, you would then need to provide passenger details and follow up for payment with applicable offers and discounts.
    5. Then, after a quick IRCTC login, you can continue to pay the final fare amount and receive a booking confirmation.

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  • Q. How to book Tatkal tickets for Sarnath to Gaya train on MakeMyTrip?

    A: To book a Tatkal ticket for Sarnath to Gaya on MakeMyTrip, simply select ‘Tatkal’ as your booking quota under the journey details and start booking during the applicable timeline. You can then select your train number, check seat availability, enter passenger details and pay after proceeding with the booking through IRCTC login credential.
    You can book Tatkal tickets for trains from Sarnath to Gaya a day before the required journey date on MakeMyTrip.
    IRCTC provides a time slot for Tatkal ticket bookings daily between 10.00 am and 12.00 pm.
    If you need to book an AC ticket under the Tatkal quota, you can make your booking a day before the preferred journey date between 10.00 am and 11.00 am.
    For non-AC Sarnath to Gaya train tickets, Tatkal bookings can be made between 11.00 am and 12.00 pm.

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  • Q. How many days in advance can I book tickets for the Sarnath to Gaya train?

    A: As per the latest rules laid down by IRCTC, you can book tickets for the Sarnath to Gaya trains for at least 60 days in advance under the General quota. It is best to book your train ticket early on as it can allow seat selection in your preferred coach type with ample ticket availability.

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  • Q. How to cancel a Sarnath to Gaya train ticket?

    A: You can cancel your Sarnath to Gaya train ticket booked via the MakeMyTrip portal in the following few steps only:
    1. Log in to your user account with MakeMyTrip and go to the ‘Bookings/My Bookings’ option available on the dashboard.
    2. Then, open the Sarnath to Gaya train ticket you wish to cancel.
    3. There, you can select ‘Cancel Ticket’ as your service of choice and proceed with the cancellation steps.
    4. Once you have cancelled your booked Sarnath to Gaya train ticket, MakeMyTrip automatically initiates the refund as per the applicable refund rules.

    Before cancelling your booked train ticket, you must go through the cancellation policy to know about the applicable charges and deductions.

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  • Q. Which documents are required for online railway [IRCTC] reservation from Sarnath to Gaya?

    A: There are no specific documents required for online railway/IRCTC reservation from Sarnath to Gaya as IRCTC does not lay down any such requirements. However, you need to carry an original photo identity card issued by an eligible authority as proof of identity. Eligible identity documents to carry during your train journey include the likes of an Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Passport, Driving License, etc.

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Railway stations in Sarnath

Railway stations in Gaya

Near by Cities

  • LAHANGPUR
  • MIRZAPUR
  • CHARERU CHAUKATHA
  • SIGSIGI
  • MUHAMMADGANJ
  • BHAJANIA

More about Sarnath to Gaya route

Want to travel from Sarnath to Gaya? Know about the trains running on this route. Some of the trains that run on this route are Hwh NEELANCHAL EXP (12876),GANGASATLUJ EXP (13308),KOLKATA EXPRESS (13152),DOON EXPRESS (13010) etc. Time taken by different trains is approximately 2h 15m to 7h 40m. Choose your train according to your suitability from trains that run on daily basis like GANGASATLUJ EXP (13308) , KOLKATA EXPRESS (13152) , DOON EXPRESS (13010) , BUDHPURNIMA EXP (14224) , SHRAMJIVI EXP (12392) etc. You can also select train which are running on weekly basis NEELANCHAL EXP (12876) , DURGIANA EXP (12358) , BKN HWH SF EXP (12372) , PRATAP EXPRESS (12495) , HWH RAJDHANI (12302) etc. You can check live train running status, tatkal train tickets and PNR status on MakeMyTrip app and website. Choose MMT for the best Sarnath to Gaya train ticket price. Before booking your train, get all the important info about the route as well as the Sarnath to Gaya train fare.