The Agra Cantt-Banaras Vande Bharat Express offers the shortest route between the two cities, measuring 573 km, which is 3 km shorter than alternative paths. The journey takes a total travel time of 7 hours, including 4 scheduled halts along the way. With an average speed of 82 km/hr, this express service provides a swift and efficient connection between Agra and Banaras.
The Agra-Banaras Vande Bharat train, virtually inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, will begin its commercial run from September 23 and will be managed by Northeast Railway Varanasi Division.
Agra Cantt-Banaras Vande Bharat Express route and stoppages
Agra Cantt-Banaras Vande Bharat Express stops at a total of 6 stations – Agra Cantt, Tundla Junction, Etawah Junction, Kanpur Central, Prayagraj Junction and Banaras.
Agra Cantt-Banaras Vande Bharat Express schedule
The Agra Cantt-Banaras Vande Bharat Express will six days a week, except Friday.
Agra Cantt-Banaras Vande Bharat Express timings
The route between Agra Cantt. and Banaras features a total of 4 halts. The journey begins at Agra Cantt. (AGC), where the train departs at 06:00. The first stop is Tundla Junction (TDL), with an arrival at 06:48 and a brief halt until 06:50. Next, the train reaches Etawah Junction (ETW) at 07:40, departing shortly after at 07:42. Continuing onward, the train arrives at Kanpur Central (CNB) at 09:15, pausing for 5 minutes before moving on. The next major stop is Prayagraj Junction (PRYJ), where it arrives at 11:25 and departs at 11:30. Finally, the train arrives at its destination, Banaras (BSBS), at 13:00.
Agra Cantt-Banaras Vande Bharat Express coach composition
The Agra Cantt-Banaras Vande Bharat Express features a total of eight coaches and offers two kinds of seatings – chair car and executive class.